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Physician Assistant or Clinical Assistant - PRHC Surgery
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South Interlake (MacGregor), Manitoba, R0H, Canada
Listed on 2026-07-26
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Manitoba Health
Full Time
position Listed on 2026-07-26
Job specializations:
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Healthcare
Physician Assistant, Medical Assistant
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Location: South Interlake (MacGregor)
Physician Assistant or Clinical Assistant - PRHC Surgery 1.0 - (2108)
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Job Title
Physician Assistant or Clinical Assistant - PRHC Surgery 1.0
Health Organizations
Location
Job Type
Standard Application
Position Status
Full Time
Employee Group
PCAM
EFT
1.0
Language Requirements
Job Description
Physician Assistant (PA) / Clinical Assistant (Cl.A)
Surgery Services | Full-Time (1.0 EFT)
Southern Health-Santé Sud is seeking a committed, collaborative, and patient-focused Physician Assistant (PA) or Clinical Assistant (Cl.A) to join the Surgery team at Portage Regional Health Centre (PRHC) in Portage la Prairie, Manitoba.
Working under the supervision of General Surgeons and Otolaryngologists, the PA/Cl.A functions as an integral member of the multidisciplinary healthcare team, providing comprehensive inpatient, perioperative, and outpatient clinical support. The successful candidate will play a key role in enhancing the quality, continuity, and efficiency of surgical care while supporting positive patient outcomes across the continuum of care.
Position Overview
The PA/Cl.A will primarily provide ward-based inpatient care, with a principal focus on the assessment, management, and coordination of care for hospitalized patients. A significant component of the role will be supporting the Surgery team.
Working collaboratively with attending physicians and interdisciplinary team members, the PA/Cl.A will contribute to the delivery of high-quality, evidence-informed, patient- and family-centred care across surgical and perioperative settings.
Clinical Responsibilities
Under the supervision of the attending physician, the PA/Cl.A will participate in the day-to-day management of hospitalized surgical patients and may:
Conduct comprehensive patient assessments, including obtaining medical histories and performing physical examinations.
Complete admission assessments and associated clinical documentation.
Develop, implement, and monitor patient management plans in collaboration with the attending surgeon.
Monitor postoperative recovery and identify changes in patient condition.
Order, review, and interpret laboratory, diagnostic, and imaging investigations within delegated authority.
Coordinate consultations and communicate effectively with consultants and healthcare providers.
Participate in patient rounds, case discussions, and interdisciplinary care planning.
Provide patient and family education regarding diagnoses, treatment plans, procedures, medications, and discharge instructions.
Facilitate discharge planning, complete discharge summaries, and coordinate follow‑up care to support continuity of care.
Collaborate with nursing staff, rehabilitation professionals, pharmacists, social workers, and community healthcare providers to optimize patient outcomes.
Operating Room Responsibilities
A component of this position includes providing first‑assist support in the operating room.
Within approved scope of practice, demonstrated competency, and delegated authority, the PA/Cl.A may:
Assist during elective and emergency surgical procedures.
Participate in patient preparation and positioning.
Assist with surgical site preparation and maintenance of sterile technique.
Provide tissue handling, surgical exposure, and retraction.
Assist with hemostasis and wound closure.
Apply dressings and postoperative wound management.
Perform other delegated operative tasks appropriate to education, training, and demonstrated competency.
Contribute to the safe and efficient functioning of the operating room environment.
Procedural Responsibilities
The PA/Cl.A may perform common bedside and minor surgical procedures within approved scope of practice and demonstrated competency, including:
Wound assessment and management.
Incision and drainage of abscesses.
Skin lesion and soft tissue excisions.
Suture and staple removal.
Drain management and removal.
Dressing changes.
Negative‑pressure wound therapy management.
Urinary catheter insertion and management.
Nasogastric tube insertion and management.
Other delegated procedures as authorized.
Otolaryngology (ENT) Responsibilities
The PA/Cl.A will provide clinical support…
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