Job Description
Physician Assistant (Gastroenterology)
Description
Join our dynamic team at the University of Ottawa Medical Associates (UMA) in the position of Physician Assistant with the Division of Gastroenterology. The Physician Assistant’s role consists of practitioner, consultant, and educator. The Physician Assistant will function as a member of the inter-disciplinary care team in the implementation of patient care. The Physician Assistant will collaborate with the attending gastroenterologists specializing in Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) in the provision of care to patients with IBD.
Responsibilities
Your role will include, but not be limited to:
To provide consultation to patients in an outpatient clinic setting with the diagnosis of Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Consultation will include:
history and physical examination
Completion of consultation reports to referring physicians
Review of prescription of appropriate medications
Review of prescription of appropriate interventions
Patient education
Arrangement for services and follow up of patients as appropriate
All consultations and reports will be reviewed with the attending gastroenterologist
Be an educational resource for patients
Participate in research related to Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Performing other duties within your competencies as Physician Assistant as delegated by the supervising physician
Qualifications
Graduate of a University Physician Assistant Program or equivalent
Current registration with CPSO is required
Current registration with the Canadian Association of Physician Assistants (CAPA) is preferred
Proven leadership abilities with excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills
Strong report writing skills
Strong organizational, analytical and communication skills
Commitment to confidentiality
Excellent teamwork and team building skills
Experience in provision of patient care considered an asset
Experience using electronic medical records systems, considered an asset
Commitment to the TOH mission, vision and values
Fluency in French and English
Job Benefits
The University of Ottawa Medical Associates (UMA) is the largest physician partnership in the Department of Medicine, The Ottawa Hospital/University of Ottawa, Faculty of Medicine. Working closely with our physician specialists, most of our employees work from offices within The Ottawa Hospital.
The Department of Medicine is a collective of experts and innovators. We are specialist physicians, resident doctors and medical students, researchers and administrators. We all have one guiding ambition: to move medicine forward. The administrators of DOM are the core of our workplace; enabling the education of our residents and medical students as well as the vital work of our researchers and physician specialists.
We are deeply committed to supporting the well-being of our employees. We prioritize your long-term financial security through participation in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP). Thanks to our strong partnership with The Ottawa Hospital, employees can benefit from the intercampus shuttle service for convenient travel between locations, as well as work-life balance perks like exclusive discounts on travel, hotels, and on-site gyms. These benefits are designed to enrich both your personal and professional life, ensuring your experience with us is both rewarding and fulfilling.
The Department of Medicine is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in our living, learning, and work environments. We encourage qualified applicants from all groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity to apply. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the recruitment process.
Please note Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Contacts
To apply for this exciting opportunity, please forward your resume and cover letter, quoting the corresponding position title, by email at domcareers@toh.ca
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Support staff are employees of the University of Ottawa Medical Associates. The Ottawa Hospital is the paymaster of our employees. Although our employees have offices within the Ottawa Hospital, they are not employed by the Ottawa Hospital. The Department of Medicine is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees. The University of Ottawa Medical Associates will, upon request, provide accommodations in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
Hiring organization
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Location
Ottawa, ON
Base Salary
$49.407-$59.046
Date posted
September 18, 2025
Valid through
February 28, 2026
Description
Join our dynamic team at the University of Ottawa Medical Associates (UMA) in the position of Physician Assistant with the Division of Gastroenterology. The Physician Assistant’s role consists of practitioner, consultant, and educator. The Physician Assistant will function as a member of the inter-disciplinary care team in the implementation of patient care. The Physician Assistant will collaborate with the attending gastroenterologists specializing in Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) in the provision of care to patients with IBD.
Responsibilities
Your role will include, but not be limited to:
To provide consultation to patients in an outpatient clinic setting with the diagnosis of Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Consultation will include:
history and physical examination
Completion of consultation reports to referring physicians
Review of prescription of appropriate medications
Review of prescription of appropriate interventions
Patient education
Arrangement for services and follow up of patients as appropriate
All consultations and reports will be reviewed with the attending gastroenterologist
Be an educational resource for patients
Participate in research related to Inflammatory Bowel Disease
Performing other duties within your competencies as Physician Assistant as delegated by the supervising physician
Qualifications
Graduate of a University Physician Assistant Program or equivalent
Current registration with CPSO is required
Current registration with the Canadian Association of Physician Assistants (CAPA) is preferred
Proven leadership abilities with excellent oral, written and interpersonal skills
Strong report writing skills
Strong organizational, analytical and communication skills
Commitment to confidentiality
Excellent teamwork and team building skills
Experience in provision of patient care considered an asset
Experience using electronic medical records systems, considered an asset
Commitment to the TOH mission, vision and values
Fluency in French and English
Job Benefits
The University of Ottawa Medical Associates (UMA) is the largest physician partnership in the Department of Medicine, The Ottawa Hospital/University of Ottawa, Faculty of Medicine. Working closely with our physician specialists, most of our employees work from offices within The Ottawa Hospital.
The Department of Medicine is a collective of experts and innovators. We are specialist physicians, resident doctors and medical students, researchers and administrators. We all have one guiding ambition: to move medicine forward. The administrators of DOM are the core of our workplace; enabling the education of our residents and medical students as well as the vital work of our researchers and physician specialists.
We are deeply committed to supporting the well-being of our employees. We prioritize your long-term financial security through participation in the Healthcare of Ontario Pension Plan (HOOPP). Thanks to our strong partnership with The Ottawa Hospital, employees can benefit from the intercampus shuttle service for convenient travel between locations, as well as work-life balance perks like exclusive discounts on travel, hotels, and on-site gyms. These benefits are designed to enrich both your personal and professional life, ensuring your experience with us is both rewarding and fulfilling.
The Department of Medicine is committed to upholding the values of equity, diversity, inclusion, and accessibility in our living, learning, and work environments. We encourage qualified applicants from all groups with historical and/or current barriers to equity to apply. Upon request, accommodations due to a disability are available throughout the recruitment process.
Please note Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. We sincerely thank all applicants for their interest; however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted.
Contacts
To apply for this exciting opportunity, please forward your resume and cover letter, quoting the corresponding position title, by email at domcareers@toh.ca
IMPORTANT NOTICE: Support staff are employees of the University of Ottawa Medical Associates. The Ottawa Hospital is the paymaster of our employees. Although our employees have offices within the Ottawa Hospital, they are not employed by the Ottawa Hospital. The Department of Medicine is committed to the principle of equal opportunity in its employment practices and to providing an environment free from discrimination and harassment for all employees. The University of Ottawa Medical Associates will, upon request, provide accommodations in accordance with the Accessibility for Ontarians with Disabilities Act.
Hiring organization
Employment Type
Full-time
Job Location
Ottawa, ON
Base Salary
$49.407-$59.046
Date posted
September 18, 2025
Valid through
February 28, 2026
💡 Quick Summary
Seeking a career-building opportunity? The Physician Assistant (Gastroenterology) (Vacant) position is now open for candidates interested in the Government Job Alert sector. This role in Ottawa offers a professional environment and growth potential.
Requirement Snapshot: Candidates should possess basic communication skills, a proactive attitude, and the ability to work in a team. Experience in Government Job Alert is a plus.
