Physician Assistant

Department: AC Emergency

Position Status: Temporary (Fixed Term)

Time Type: Full time

Temporary Contract End Date:

Non-Union

Location: Peterborough, ON

Salary Range: $56.21 - $70.26 per hour

Peterborough Regional Health Centre (PRHC) is a regional hospital delivering acute healthcare to a rapidly growing population of more than 300,000 in Peterborough and the surrounding communities, including the First Nations of Curve Lake, Hiawatha and Alderville.

With an annual budget of nearly $390 million, and a proud local history extending back over a century, PRHC has nearly 500 inpatient beds and offers a wide range of services, including specialized programs in renal, stroke, cardiac, cancer care, vascular surgery and mental health & addictions.

PRHC is located in Peterborough, Ontario, Canada a 90-minute drive north-east of Toronto. We are the region’s largest employer with more than 3,100 staff, 450 physicians with privileges, and a core group of 250 volunteers.

As a member of the PRHC team, you will be part of an exceptional working environment – a forum to share knowledge, to lead and learn, to develop talents, relationships and careers, and a culture that recognizes and celebrates the efforts and achievements of its people.

PRHC is proud to be recognized as one of the top 20 employers nationwide in the healthcare and social services category, and 199 overall among 300 Canadian employers across all sectors, on the Canada’s Best Employers list released by Forbes in 2025.

We're committed to supporting our people with meaningful rewards and experiences, which may include:

• A competitive total rewards package aligned with the position
• Pension plan with employer contributions for eligible roles
• Health, wellness, and lifestyle perks, including fitness memberships and travel savings
• On site gym 24/7 free to all employees
• Ongoing learning and development opportunities to support your growth

The stated hours of work are approximate as schedules are subject to change with the operational needs of the Health Centre. Changes made to hours of work will follow the terms of the applicable collective agreement, company policy and/or legislation.

The Physician Assistant (PA) is an integral member of the Emergency Department interdisciplinary team and works collaboratively with Emergency Physicians, nurses, allied health professionals, and support staff to provide high-quality, patient-centered care within a dynamic and fast-paced environment.

Working under the supervision and delegation of the attending Emergency Physician and in accordance with approved medical directives, policies, and applicable legislation, the PA contributes to the assessment, diagnosis, treatment, monitoring, and disposition of patients presenting to the Emergency Department. The PA supports the delivery of safe, efficient, and evidence-informed care across a broad spectrum of patient presentations and acuity levels.

In addition to direct patient care responsibilities, the PA plays a key role in advancing Emergency Department strategic priorities, including reducing Physician Initial Assessment (PIA) times, improving patient flow, supporting admission avoidance initiatives, optimizing Emergency Department length of stay, and enhancing the patient and family experience. The PA works proactively to support timely assessment, diagnostic workup, treatment initiation, reassessment, and disposition planning to improve access to emergency care and overall departmental performance.

The PA participates in quality improvement, patient safety, education, and operational initiatives, utilizing departmental performance indicators and data to support achievement of organizational and Emergency Department goals. The position may be strategically deployed based on patient volumes, demand patterns, operational priorities, and departmental performance metrics to maximize impact on patient access, flow, and quality of care.

The Physician Assistant reports operationally and clinically to the Chief of Emergency Medicine, who provides oversight for role deployment, clinical practice, quality, and operational…