Physician assistant – access to care

Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)’s Access to Care Program based in Toronto, ON is inviting applications from suitable candidates for the position of Physician assistant. Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)’s Access to Care Program is a leading Canadian mental health and addiction treatment center. It provides clinical care, research, and education, focusing on innovative treatments. CAMH functions as both a hospital and research institution, advancing mental health solutions and reducing stigma. The candidates selected for the vacancy will be required to start the work as soon as possible.

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Job Description:

Employer Name: Centre for Addiction and Mental Health (CAMH)
Program: Access to Care
Position: Physician assistant – access to care
No of Vacancies: 3
Salary: Salary is not mentioned, $20.00 – $30.00 hourly estimated salary
Employment Type: Full time
Location: Toronto, ON, CA
Requisition ID: 630

Requirements:

Languages: Candidates must have knowledge of the French and English Language
Education: Candidates should have completion of Master’s degree (MPAS) from an Accredited Physician Assistant program
Experience: Candidates should have 2 and 3 years of practical and work-related experience

Physical Requirements:

The candidates should have the ability to work independently and as a member of an interprofessional team
The candidates should have demonstrated the ability to effectively and professionally carry out the responsibilities of the role
The candidates should have demonstrated the ability to establish and maintain effective therapeutic relationships with complex clients
The candidates should have demonstrated the ability to work under the direction of a Supervising Physician(s), including the ability to accept constructive feedback and direction

Other Requirements:

The candidates should be a Canadian Certified Physician Assistant (CCPA) and a current member of the Canadian Association of Physician Assistants (CAPA) and Bachelor of Health Sciences (BHScPA)
The candidates should have demonstrated skill in critical thinking, analysis, problem-solving, and decision-making and excellent communication and interpersonal skills and demonstrated knowledge of mental health and addictions issues
The candidates should have extensive knowledge of the clinical standards related to the scope of practice of Physician Assistants and the ability to work with clients and colleagues from diverse ethno-racial and cultural backgrounds
The candidates should have the ability to work with internal and external stakeholders to ensure excellence in client care, education, and research and effective organization, decision-making, and problem-solving skills
The candidates should possess computer skills, including word processing, electronic communication, and workload measures and the ability to work flexible hours
The candidates should consider bilingualism (French and English) or proficiency in a second language

Responsibilities:

The candidates should be able to assist with conducting patient interviews and histories and to prescribe medication
The candidates should be able to perform selected diagnostic and therapeutic interventions and procedures
The candidates should be able to assist with other aspects of patient assessment and treatment
The candidates should be able to work with supervising physician(s) to address acute medical issues and to provide expert consultation to clients and community providers
The candidates should be able to engage in client education with patients experiencing mental health illness and addiction
The candidates should be able to make behavioral observations and complete mental status assessments and to monitor clients’ responses to care interventions
The candidates should be able to document and maintain ongoing communication with other team members
The candidates should be able to liaise with health care providers, both within and outside CAMH and to collaborate with members of the interprofessional team
The candidates should be able to contribute to program development, research, and educational activities of the service
The candidates should be able to support a workplace that embraces diversity, encourages teamwork, and complies with all applicable and regulatory requirements

How to apply:

If the position is fit for you and the basic requirements are fulfilled then you can now apply directly to the employer (along with your resume) through the below-mentioned details.

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