Physician Assistant

1. 0.6 FTE (21 hours/week)

Primary location of work: SSFHO: 36 Grey St. N., Southampton, ON

The Kincardine Family Health Team (KFHT) is seeking a Physician Assistant (PA) to join our team. The KFHT is a group of allied healthcare professionals with a mission to provide comprehensive team-based primary patient care that is responsive to the needs of the community. As a PA with the KFHT, you will have a passion for providing primary care in a rural community including primary care, emergency room diversion, chronic disease management, health promotion, and working with a supportive and collaborative interdisciplinary team.

Position Summary

The PA will work under the direct supervision of our physician partners and work collaboratively with an interdisciplinary team of health professionals to provide comprehensive primary care. This role offers a unique opportunity to demonstrate the value and scope of the PA profession within primary care, contributing to prevention, chronic disease management, health promotion, and episodic care for individuals and families of the Saugeen Shores Family Health Organization. The PA will work within the full scope of practice set out by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) and report to the Director of Clinical Operations and Consulting Physicians.

Roles and Responsibilities

- Provide comprehensive patient assessments, including medical history, physical examinations, and diagnostic planning.
- Assist in the diagnosis and management of a wide range of acute and chronic illnesses and injuries.
- Through delegation, perform controlled acts such as interpreting diagnostic tests, including laboratory and imaging studies under the supervision of physicians.
- Develop and implement evidence-based treatment plans in collaboration with the interdisciplinary team.




- Administer medications and perform procedures as directed by supervising physicians
- Provide education and support to patients and their families regarding disease prevention, chronic disease management, health promotion and treatment options
- Participate in interdisciplinary care planning, case conferences
- Maintain accurate and up-to-date electronic medical records for all patient interactions
- Support care transitions and follow-up with patients recently discharged from hospitals or emergency departments.
- Contribute to organizational initiatives aimed at improving attachment, access to care and population health outcomes.
- Support quality improvement activities and participate in professional development and training.

Reporting & Supervision

The Physician Assistant will work under the supervision of a physician, reporting directly to the Director of Clinical Operations and in close collaboration with other team members. Administrative support and performance coaching will be provided by the leadership team.

Education / Job Specific Requirements

- Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant education program
- Current certification/eligible as a Physician Assistant in Canada (CCPA) with active CPSO licensure
- Experience in primary care, family medicine, or community is considered an asset.
- Strong knowledge of medical terminology and procedures related to various specialties
- Strong clinical skills, sound judgment,



and the ability to work both independently and collaboratively.

· Robust interest and experience in program development, implementation, and evaluation

· Able to function as a team player working collaboratively with other KFHT staff and community partners

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
- Proficient in the use of electronic medical records (EMR) and other digital tools.
- Commitment to patient-centered care and ongoing professional development.

· Commitment to working from a community-based and health equity perspective

Skills and Abilities

- Work in a collaborative practice model

- Excellent communication, organizational, administrative, and interpersonal skills

- Proven efficient and effective patient care and ability to leverage existing resources when available

Benefits

- The Kincardine Family Health Team offers health benefits, participation in HOOPP pension, paid time off, and education allowance.

How to Apply

- We are committed to being an equal opportunity employer. Please advise us if you require accommodation during the recruitment process.

- We thank all interested applicants, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.

- We do not use any AI or automated screening tools in our recruitment or hiring process. All candidates are evaluated directly by our management team.

- If interested, please apply to the attention of: Debbie Taylor, Director of Clinical Operations Expansion Sites [email protected] by Friday, October 30th

Compensation: $42.56/hr - $46.15/hr (based on years of experience)

Pay: $42.56-$46.15 per hour

Expected hours: 21.0 per week

Benefits:

- Company pension
- Dental care
- Disability insurance
- Extended health care
- Life insurance
- On-site parking
- Paid time off
- Vision care

Work Location: In person

📌 Physician Assistant (Southampton)
🏢 Kincardine Family Health Team
📍 Southampton