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Brant Community Healthcare System

15d ago

  • Job
    Full-time
    Entry, Junior, Mid & Senior Level
  • People, HR & Administration
    Healthcare
  • Brantford

AI generated summary

  • You must be a graduate of an accredited PA program, have BCLS certification, strong ER experience, excellent communication skills, critical thinking, and the ability to multitask in fast-paced environments.
  • You will provide medical care in collaboration with the emergency department team, assist in patient flow, and ensure safety by identifying and mitigating unsafe conditions.

Requirements

  • Graduate of an Accredited Physician Assistant Program
  • Current BCLS
  • Current ACLS preferred
  • Demonstrates life-long learning
  • Efficient computer skills
  • Current Emergency Room PA experience a strong asset
  • Exceptional interpersonal and communication skills with a team focus
  • Self-directed individual with the ability to work both independently and in partnership with members of the inter professional team
  • Demonstrated commitment to continuing education and personal development
  • Creative problem solver with a solution focus and patient friendly approach
  • Demonstrates commitment to exceptional customer service with patients, families, staff, colleagues and community partners
  • Proven critical thinking skills
  • Ability to multitask and set priorities in a rapidly changing environment
  • Demonstrated negotiation and conflict resolution skills
  • Ability to establish positive and proactive work relationships with external partners
  • Reliable individual with excellent attendance record

Responsibilities

  • The job responsibilities are as follows:
  • Reporting to the Clinical Manager Emergency Department in collaboration with the Chief and Medical Director of Emergency Department and working closely with the existing Physician Assistant team under the direction and supervision of a registered Physician and in accordance with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario’s policy on delegation the Physician Assistant (PA) provides medical care to patients based on mutually agreed upon guidelines.
  • This position will assist flow through the Emergency department.
  • As a PA you will work as part of our team in our high acuity emergency department.
  • Safety (patient worker & workplace) is a BCHS Corporate Priority. The successful applicant will demonstrate good stewardship in the identification reporting and mitigation of unsafe acts or conditions.

FAQs

What is the work environment like in the Emergency Department at BCHS?

The work environment in the Emergency Department at BCHS is high acuity and fast-paced, where you will collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals, including physicians, allied health staff, and support staff to provide exceptional patient care.

What qualifications are required for the Physician Assistant position?

Candidates are required to be a graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program, hold current BCLS certification, and ideally have current ACLS certification. Previous emergency room PA experience is considered a strong asset.

What types of benefits does BCHS offer to its employees?

BCHS offers a range of benefits including tuition reimbursement, participation in the HOOPP Pension Plan, predictable work locations, discounted onsite parking, and a free Employee Assistance Program that provides wellness support for employees and their families.

Is there a focus on ongoing education and training for staff?

Yes, BCHS strongly emphasizes continuing education and personal development, supporting healthcare professionals in their lifelong learning journey.

How does BCHS ensure a safe working environment?

Safety is a corporate priority at BCHS. The successful applicant is expected to demonstrate good stewardship in identifying, reporting, and mitigating unsafe acts or conditions in the workplace.

Are there opportunities for career advancement within BCHS?

Yes, BCHS encourages personal development and professional growth, providing opportunities for advancement within the organization through ongoing education and performance development initiatives.

What is the policy on workplace diversity at BCHS?

BCHS is committed to employment equity and diversity, welcoming applications from individuals of diverse backgrounds including women, racialized groups, visible minorities, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and members of the LGBTQ+ community.

Is accommodation available for applicants with disabilities?

Yes, BCHS provides accommodation for applicants with disabilities upon request to ensure equal opportunity during the recruitment and selection process.

What qualities are important for a successful Physician Assistant at BCHS?

Important qualities include exceptional interpersonal and communication skills, a self-directed and proactive approach, strong critical thinking and problem-solving abilities, and a commitment to exceptional customer service.

How does BCHS support employee wellness?

BCHS supports employee wellness through its Employee Assistance Program, which is free and confidential for employees and their families, along with ongoing infection prevention and control measures in the workplace.

Brant Community Healthcare System

Exceptional Care - Exceptional People.

Science & Healthcare
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Mission & Purpose

The Brant Community Healthcare System (BCHS) in Brantford and Paris Ontario, is a leading community health care organization with a total of 262 beds and more than 2,300 staff, physicians and volunteers providing support, programs and services to over 120,000 residents in our community. In 1999, The Willett Hospital in Paris and the Brantford General Hospital became the first two partners in the BCHS. The Brantford General Hospital is a regional acute health centre and the Willett site provides urgent care and ambulatory services for those in need. The BCHS has been awarded the 'Gold' Quality Healthcare Workplace award by the Ontario Hospital Association and Ontario Ministry of Health and Long-Term Care for two years in a row and are an affiliated teaching site of the McMaster University Michael G. DeGroote School of Medicine. We are also the regional centre for Paediatrics, Mental Health, Obstetrics, Gynaecology, CT Scanning, Critical Care, Surgical Services, Ambulatory Care and Emergency Medicine and the site of the Brant Community Cancer Clinic and the S.C. Johnson Dialysis Clinic for patients throughout Brant County and Haldimand-Norfolk.