Niagara Medical Group Family Health Team $54,000 jobs

Position Overview

We are seeking a highly skilled and compassionate Physician Assistant (PA) specializing in Cardiology and Internal Medicine to join our healthcare team in the Greater Niagara region. Working collaboratively with supervising cardiologists and internists, interprofessional healthcare providers, and clinical staff, the PA will deliver high-quality, comprehensive patient care across inpatient and outpatient settings.

Key Responsibilities:

Direct Patient Care & Clinical Management

• Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including history taking, physical examinations, and risk stratification for cardiology and general internal medicine patients.
• Formulate diagnostic plans and order/interpret diagnostic tests, including ECGs, echocardiograms, stress tests, Holter monitors, cardiac CT/MRI, chest imaging, and complex laboratory investigations.
• Develop, implement, and adjust evidence-based medical treatment plans for acute and chronic cardiac and internal medicine conditions (e.g., CAD, heart failure, arrhythmias, hypertension, dyslipidemia, valvular disease, diabetes, COPD, chronic kidney disease, and multi-system comorbidities).
• Perform clinical procedures within the defined scope of practice under supervision.
• Manage inpatient rounds, consultations, admissions, and discharge planning in hospital settings and medical units.
• Manage urgent triage and perform clinical decision-making for outpatient clinic visits.

Patient Education & Disease Management

• Educate patients and family members on cardiovascular and internal medicine disease management, therapeutic lifestyle changes, complex medication regimens, and post-procedure recovery.
• Coordinate cardiac rehabilitation referrals, chronic disease management programs, and secondary prevention strategies.

Interprofessional Collaboration & Administrative Duties

• Collaborate closely with supervising physicians, nurses, allied health professionals, and primary care providers to optimize care continuity.
• Maintain timely, accurate, and complete clinical documentation using Electronic Medical Records (EMR).
• Participate in departmental quality improvement initiatives, clinical audits, and multidisciplinary rounds.

Qualifications & Certifications

• Education: Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program.
• Certification: Certified Physician Assistant designation (PAC certified via CAPA/PAC-CoC or NCCPA certification).
• Licensure/Registration: Eligible for registration/membership with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) or relevant governing body.
• Clinical Experience: 2+ years of clinical experience in Cardiology, Internal Medicine, Hospitalist Medicine, or Emergency Medicine preferred (New graduates with strong clinical rotations in cardiology and internal medicine will be considered).
• Life Support: Current Basic Life Support (BLS) and Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certifications required.

Skills & Competencies

• Strong clinical acumen in electrocardiogram (ECG) interpretation, cardiovascular evaluation, and multi-system medical management.
• Excellent communication, empathetic patient care, and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to prioritize duties, respond effectively in high-acuity situations, and manage complex caseloads.
• Proficiency with Electronic Medical Record (EMR) systems and digital healthcare platforms.

What We Offer

• Competitive compensation package commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive healthcare, dental, and vision benefits plan.
• Continuing Medical Education (CME) allowance and paid time off for professional development.
• Professional liability coverage support.
• Relocation assistance program available for eligible candidates moving to the Greater Niagara region.

How to Apply

Interested candidates are invited to submit a cover letter and resume detailing relevant clinical experience and qualifications.

Pay: $25.00-$40.00 per hour

Expected hours: 40.0 per week

Benefits:

• Dental care
• On-site parking

Work Location: In person