Physician Assistant - Department of Surgery - Thoracic Surgery

Who We Are

London Health Sciences Centre (LHSC) is a world-class academic health sciences centre located in the southwestern Ontario city of London. Just two hours from Toronto and two hours from Detroit, London features a beautiful and walkable downtown core located on the Thames River, a vibrant culinary scene and scores of activities that highlight local arts, culture and music.  As one of Canada's largest acute-care teaching hospitals, LHSC delivers world-class care and experiences, built on our commitment to excellence in research, innovation, and learning. In partnership with our communities, we design and advance healthcare to support the wellness of the populations we serve. LHSC delivers both local and regional services, including the Children's Hospital, within a large geographic area. LHSC is known for its great people and great care, with a workforce of close to 15,000, dedicated to delivering the highest quality patient care while partnering with communities to transform health, one life at a time. 

Posting Period

Open:        April 25, 2025

Deadline:  May 1, 2025 

Non-Union

Department Name

Physician Assistant - Department of Surgery - Thoracic Surgery

Reporting to the Clinical Leader/Manager and 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 instituted medical Directives.  This includes selected assessment, treatment and disposition functions.

The Physician Assistant will be based at the Victoria Hospital Site in the Division of Thoracic Surgery. The Thoracic Surgeons at this hospital specialize in Minimally Invasive Surgery, Cancer Surgery, and Esophageal Surgery. The PA will function as a vital part of our collaborative team of health care workers in a surgeon-extender role. Their role will include, but will not be limited to, day-to-day inpatient care, outpatient clinic assessments and follow-up visits, and assisting in the Operating Room. With the Division of Thoracic Surgery's focus on education and training, this PA role provides the opportunity for a motivated individual to develop their potential as a leader and teacher in this Division. There is also potential for involvement in many of the research projects that are ongoing at our facility.

Regular Full-time

Rate of Pay:       $52.16 per hour - $65.20 per hour

Hours of Work:   37.5 Hours per week

Qualifications

• Four (4) year Undergraduate Degree in Health Sciences (Physician Assistant) and completion of 2-year Physician Assistant program
• Current Registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO)
• Current BLS for Healthcare Providers course: BLS-HCP(C) and Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification for which you can provide proof upon request
• ATLS certification preferred
• Advanced ability to perform in stressful and critical/emergency situations
• Advanced flexibility and ability to adapt to change
• Strong critical thinking, decision-making skills, and analytical and conceptual skills
• Advanced organizational skills
• Advanced communication skills (both verbal and written) and facilitation/presentation skills
• Ability to use Microsoft and Windows based technologies
• Demonstrated ability to provide principals of patient family centered care
• Demonstrated knowledge of and commitment to patient and staff safety at LHSC
• Demonstrated practice and commitment to LHSC's Vision, Purpose, and Values
• Demonstrated ability to attend work on a regular basis.

Has your experience been obtained through alternative pathways? LHSC acknowledges that skills, education and lived experience come in many forms and may have been developed differently from those listed in the job posting. Although LHSC has discretion in determining whether a candidate meets the qualifications and licensing requirements, we welcome applications from those with different experiences who may not meet every requirement listed. Tell us your story and apply today with your resume!

Immunization Requirements  

Before beginning employment at LHSC, all new hires must provide documentation related to LHSC?s Health Review requirements. For more information and a detailed list of requirements, please visit Health Review Requirements | LHSC.  

Teaching, Learning and Research

LHSC Centre is proudly one of Canada?s largest acute-care teaching and research hospitals. LHSC has an unwavering commitment to lifelong learning, with education agreements in collaboration with over 55 schools, hospitals, and community agencies from across Ontario, Canada and internationally; among our many education partners, our three regional partners are Western University, Fanshawe College, and Thames Valley District School Board. LHSC provides students with a place where they can learn and discover knowledge and skills to take them forward in their careers as health care professionals. Approximately 2,900 Nursing, Health and other students ranging from secondary school to university graduate level programs receive training at LHSC every year. As an employee of LHSC, you will be expected to engage in role-related teaching, professional development, and research activities in addition to standard position duties and responsibilities.

We are committed to providing a safe, healthy and inclusive work environment that inspires respect.  LHSC is committed to employment equity and diversity in the workplace and welcomes applications from equity-denied groups including Indigenous people, racialized people, women, persons with disabilities, and 2SLGBTQIA+ persons. LHSC is also committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive recruitment process.  Upon individual request, we will endeavor to remove any barrier to the hiring process to reasonably accommodate candidates, including those with disabilities, while maintaining a fair, consistent and equitable recruitment approach.  Should any applicant require accommodation through the application, interview or selection processes, please contact Recruitment Services at 519-685-8500, extension #34321 or recruitment@lhsc.on.ca.

As part of the selection process applicants may be required to complete an examination or test. Please be advised that a reference check may be conducted as part of the selection process.

Your interest in this opportunity is appreciated. Only those applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Successful candidates, as a condition of job offer, would be required to provide a satisfactory police information check (original document) completed in the last 6 months.

Please be advised, if you are seeking employment on a temporary work or study permit, we recommend reviewing permit restrictions as it applies to healthcare organizations in Canada. As per the Government of Canada, LHSC is considered a hospital/healthcare organization, even if an employee is functioning in a non-patient facing role. Individuals on a work or study permit seeking employment in this sector may be required to complete additional steps in the process, including but not limited to a medical exam, which may also apply to employees looking to renew their work or study permits. It is the employee?s accountability to ensure they are adhering to their specific permit restrictions, and we encourage all candidates and LHSC employees to be proactive and review restrictions as soon as possible as it could be a lengthy process.