The Physician Assistant (PA) is an unregulated health care provider who works under the supervision of a registered physician. The PA supports the physician as the principle medical‑decision maker and the supervising physician is responsible for the direction of the PA’s activities.

The Physician Assistant (PA) is an unregulated health care provider who works under the supervision of a registered physician. The PA supports the physician as the principle medical‑decision maker and the supervising physician is responsible for the direction of the PA’s activities. The goal of the PA is to provide health care to patients having first established a partnership of trust with the supervising physician that is then extended to the patients of the physician's practice. Under the supervision of a physician, PAs meet the needs of the patients by treating immediate illness, guiding patients through recovery, advising them on healthie rchoices, and educating them on disease prevention. The PA will report to the Transitional Care/Complex Continuing Care (CCC) Health Service which provides non‑acute care services to an adult (predominantly senior) population. Our service is committed to providing highquality, compassionate care, which respects and values each individual and focuses on informed health management, individual choice and quality of life. Kew Beach Unit/Transitional Care delivers are for patients awaiting transition home with supports and transfers to long‑term care or another facility, including seniors who are cognitively impaired requiring specialized setting and care. Undergraduate Degree in a health related field required.

Successful completion of a recognized Physician Assistant program

Member in good standing with the Canadian Association of Physician Assistants

Clinical Placements in in-patient medicine will be an asset.

Clinical and leadership experience an asset

Good computer skills





Demonstrated ability to collaborate with all members of the health care team

Flexible, organized, and self-directed within scope of practice, has initiative and independent judgement.

Demonstrated ability to multi-task and troubleshoot with critical and creative thinking.

Demonstrated interest in continuing education on an ongoing basis and commitment to quality improvement

All employees of Michael Garron Hospital (MGH), a division of Toronto East Health Network (TEHN) [formerly Toronto East General Hospital (TEGH)] agree to work within the legislated practices of the Occupational Health and Safety Act of Ontario.

All employees of MGH are responsible to contribute to a transparent culture of patient and staff safety by adhering to and abiding by patient and staff safety policies and procedures set by MGH.

All employees are accountableforprotecting the psychological health and safety of themselves and their co-workers through adherence to MGH's policies and practice.

EMPLOYMENT EQUITY & ACCESSIBILITY STATEMENT

Michael Garron Hospital (MGH) champions accessibility, diversity and equal opportunity through the creation of an inclusive and diverse work environment. At Michael Garron Hospital, we strive to be an equitable and inclusive employer. We encourage candidates from Black, First Nations, Métis and Inuit, racialized and LGBTQ2S+ communities, people of colour, women, people with disabilities and individuals who identify with the diverse communities that we serve, to join the MGH team.

Through our values of Compassion, Respect, Integrity, Inclusion and Courage, Michael Garron Hospital is committed to providing accessible employment practices that are in compliance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act (AODA) and Ontario Human Rights Code (OHRC). Should you require an accommodation at any stage of the recruitment process, please let us know how we can work with you to meet your needs.

As a result, artificial intelligence systems may be used as part of our process to screen, assess, and or select applicants for this position.

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📌 Clinical Health Assistant (Toronto)
🏢 Michael Garron Hospital
📍 Toronto