Support patient-centered acute care at Peterborough Regional Health Centre with strong clinical assessment and interdisciplinary communication skills.

PRHC is hiring a full time Physician Assistant for its AC Emergency department in Peterborough, Ontario. Under attending Emergency Physician supervision and approved medical directives, this temporary position contributes to diagnosis, treatment, monitoring, and disposition. The work spans broad patient presentations and acuity levels while advancing quality, access, and operational priorities.

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide patient-centered care across Emergency Department acuity levels
- Collaborate with physicians, nurses, allied health, and support staff
- Improve Physician Initial Assessment times and patient access




- Enhance patient and family experience through timely care
- Support operational initiatives using departmental performance indicators

Requirements:

- Accredited Physician Assistant program graduation
- Ontario registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons
- NCCPA or PACCC certification, or eligibility for PACCC certification
- Advanced Cardiac Life Support and Basic Life Support certification
- Strong communication, prioritization, and conflict resolution abilities

Apply acute care knowledge, explicit communication, and collaborative practice to support emergency patients and priorities at PRHC.

📌 Acute Care Physician Assistant PRHC (Peterborough)
🏢 Peterborough Regional Health Centre
📍 Peterborough