Department: Physician Assistant Program and Hudson Regional Cancer ProgramResponsible to: Manager, Medical Affairs and Division Lead, HematologyPosition SummaryThe Physician Assistant (PA) is a healthcare provider who always works under the supervision of a registered physician. The PA supports the physician as the principal medical decision-maker and the supervising physician is responsible for the direction of the PA's activities. PAs are highly skilled providers with the knowledge, skills, and experience to work as part of a physician-led team in a variety of clinical settings.The Hematology PA will provide dedicated clinical support to the Division of Hematology at Royal Victoria Regional Health Centre, working directly under the supervision of the on-call and attending Hematologists. The role is designed to assist with the growing inpatient and outpatient workload across malignant and non-malignant hematologic disease, including leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma, coagulopathies, and complex transfusion-dependent conditions. Clinical expert competencies are central to the function of the PA and draw on the other competencies of Communication, Collaboration, Management, Health Advocacy, Scholar, and Professionalism.QualificationsEducationSecondary School Diploma or EquivalentUndergraduate DegreeGraduate of a Canadian or US Accredited Physician Assistant Education ProgramEligible to challenge the National Physician Assistant Certificate Exam, or Canadian Physician Assistant Certification – MandatoryMust be registered with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) or eligible to register with the CPSO upon passing the Physician Assistant certification examination – MandatoryMust maintain active CPSO registration on an annual basis as a condition of continued employment – MandatoryBCLS and ACLSExperience2 years' experience managing inpatients preferredExperience in hematology, oncology, or internal medicine preferredFamiliarity with hematologic malignancies (leukemia, lymphoma, myeloma) and non-malignant conditions (coagulopathies, cytopenias) preferredIntegrate all core PA competencies to provide optimal, ethical, and patient-centred medical carePerform a complete and appropriate clinical assessment of a patient and formulate a clinical treatment planUse preventive and therapeutic interventions effectivelyDemonstrate proficient and appropriate use of diagnostic and procedural skillsRecognize their scope of practice while demonstrating effective and appropriate consultation practice with other healthcare professionals in respect to patient care, education, and legal opinionsResponsibilitiesInpatient Clinical SupportConduct inpatient rounds under the direction of the on-call Hematologist, including assessment of newly admitted patients and follow-up of active inpatientsObtain health history as appropriate, including patient demographics, chief complaint,



history of present illness, past medical, surgical, family, and relevant psychosocial history, medications, allergies, and systems reviewPerform comprehensive and focused physical assessments and interpret findings, including vital signs and examination of major body systemsUtilize assessment results to formulate a differential diagnosis and determine if further clinical investigation is required, in conjunction with the most responsible physicianFacilitate timely assessment and admission of Hematology patients from the Emergency Department and direct outpatient clinic pathwaysSupport discharge planning, including coordination of follow-up care, medication reconciliation, and patient educationComplete admission notes, progress notes, and discharge summaries as requiredOrder and complete preliminary interpretation of diagnostic tests, including hematology, microbiology, chemistry, serology, urinalysis, blood gas, ECG, and plain film x-rayDemonstrate at least an academic understanding of:Routine and micro-urinalysisBasic hematology and coagulation studiesChemistry and serology panelsMicrobiology cultures and sensitivitiesOutpatient Clinic SupportProvide clinical support in outpatient Hematology clinics, with priority given to the physician managing the highest clinic volumeManage follow-up visits for stable but complex Hematology patients under physician directionSupport urgent add-on appointments and same-day assessments as requiredProvide patient and family education regarding diagnosis, treatment plans, and follow-up expectationsCommunicationProvide relevant information and explanations, including proposed treatment plans, to the supervising physician and seek further direction where appropriateCommunicate with members of the healthcare team and other hospital departments, both orally, in writing, and electronicallyProvide education to patients, families, and other health providers as appropriate to the clinical settingMedical Documentation and Record KeepingMaintain clear, accurate, and appropriate records of patient encounters and management plansComplete consultation requests, admission notes, progress notes, discharge notes, and other documentation as requiredMultidisciplinary CollaborationCollaborate with nursing, pharmacy, social work, physiotherapy, and occupational therapy in the care of Hematology patientsLiaise with subspecialty consultants including Internal Medicine, Infectious Disease, Nephrology,



and Critical Care as requiredParticipate in case conferences, teaching rounds, and quality improvement initiatives as appropriateTeaching and EducationRoyal Victoria Regional Health Centre is a teaching hospital. As such, participation in the education of learners is an expectation of all clinical staff.Participate in the clinical supervision and teaching of Physician Assistant students on rotation when requiredServe as a clinical resource and role model for PA students, supporting their integration into the hematology clinical environmentContribute to the academic mission of the hospital by supporting learner objectives in alignment with affiliated PA education programsConfidentiality and PrivacyRoyal Victoria Regional Health Centre is committed to the protection of personal health information in accordance with the Personal Health Information Protection Act (PHIPA).Maintain strict confidentiality of all patient personal health information (PHI) accessed in the course of clinical dutiesAccess, use, and disclose patient health information only as required to perform assigned job responsibilities and in accordance with PHIPA, hospital policy, and professional obligationsAdhere to RVH's privacy policies and procedures, including appropriate use of electronic health records and clinical documentation systemsReport any actual or suspected privacy breaches to the immediate supervisor and Privacy Officer in accordance with hospital policyComplete all required privacy and confidentiality training as directed by the organizationEquity & InclusionRVH is committed to recruitment and selection practices anchored in principles of equity and inclusion that contribute to an anti-oppressive, respectful, and culturally secure workplace.We invite applications from individuals who belong to groups that have been historically marginalized on the grounds identified by the Ontario Human Right Code, including but not limited to race, disability, age, gender expression, gender identity, sexual orientation, religion, family or marital status, and status as a First Nation, Métis, or Inuk person.AccommodationsRVH is dedicated to ensuring every applicant has a fair and equitable opportunity to demonstrate their knowledge, skills, and abilities throughout our recruitment and selection process. We are continuously working to create an accessible, barrier-free process, and recognize each applicant's needs are different.We encourage applicants with a disability or circumstance that could be supported with an accommodation to contact People Recruitment at [email protected] does not use artificial intelligence (AI) to screen, assess, or select applicants.If you are interested in this position, please apply online before 11:00 p.M. EST on the Requisition Close Date. If there is no close date listed above, the requisition will remain open until filled.

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