Position #: 9012928

Expected Start Date: September 21, 2026

Union: HSAS

Facility: Nipawin Hospital

City/Town: Nipawin

Department: Emergency

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Number of Hours per Rotation: 14 shifts of 8 hours per 3 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Hours of Work: Standard Hours

Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band Physician Assistant Degree $51.102 to $62.5

Travel Required: No

: Physician Assistants (PAs) are academically and clinically educated medical generalists who practice medicine within a formalized relationship with a physician. Regulated by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan (CPSS), PAs collect and interpret medical information, make appropriate clinical decisions and carry out diagnostic and therapeutic interventions within a formalized Physician/PA relationship agreement approved by the (CPSS).

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

- Clinical experience working as a PA in a related clinical field, is an asset

Education

- Completion of an accredited PA degree program recognized by PACCC

Licenses

- Eligible for registration with CPSS (for applicants outside of Saskatchewan).
- Membership and Licensure in good standing with the CPSS as a Physician Assistant
- Physician Assistant - Certified (PA-C) through the NCCPA.
- Canadian Certified Physician Assistant (CCPA) through PACCC; or

Memberships

- Canadian Association of Physician Assistants

Competencies

- Communication skills
- Intermediate Computer Skills
- Interpersonal skills
- Organizational skills
- Analytical skills
- Leadership skills
- Technical skills

Knowledge and Abilities

- Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm
- Strong analytical and problem solving skills
- Demonstrated written and spoken competence in English language
- Knowledge in principles of patient and family centered care
- Ability to treat patients with compassion and empathy




- Mobilizes people, inspires and sets an example for others
- Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
- Has demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills.
- Works independently, effectively and cooperatively with a multidisciplinary team

Other Information

- Travel within Saskatchewan
- Valid Class 5 driver's license
- Current ATLS Certification (Advanced Trauma Life Support), is an asset
- Ability to travel when required
- Pediatric Advanced Cardiac Life Support certification (PALS) an asset
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support certificate (ACLS) an asset

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a energetic healthcare setting. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred. Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.

> We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.

> We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.

> We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.

> We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

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