Cape Cod Healthcare·Parksville, British Columbia
Provide direct patient care in the ICU, including performing physical exams, diagnosing illnesses, and prescribing interventions under physician supervision. Execute advanced therapeutic and diagnostic procedures and lead multidisciplinary rounds to manage acute illnesses.
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Performs physical exams, collects and documents data, orders and schedules laboratory studies and professional consultations, makes and confirms diagnoses, prescribes appropriate interventions and medications and provides direct patient care services under the general supervision of the supervising physician.
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Perform therapeutic or diagnostic procedures based upon patient clinical status to include performance of procedures to include central lines, arterial lines, temporary hemodialysis catheters, paracentesis, thoracentesis, pigtails catheters, intubation, cardioversion, and lumbar puncture.
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Explain the necessity, preparation, nature and anticipated effects of procedure(s) to patients, patient family, staff, and healthcare learners.
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Participate in and lead multidisciplinary rounds.
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Provide first contact for critical care consultations in select cases outside of the ICU service.
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Assess patient for change in status and institute appropriate interventions, compatible with their training, and initiate necessary emergency interventions to stabilize patient.
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Formulate and implement treatment plan for acute illness management in collaboration with the designated primary supervising physician and/or attending back-up physician(s) 8.
Document in medical records and appropriate narrative summaries.
Bill as a practitioner when appropriate as per ICU service guideline.
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Provide family-centered care by communicating with the family regarding the hanging health care needs of their family member.
Assess family adaptation, coping.
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Other duties as assigned.
Consistently provides service excellence to all patients, family members, visitors, volunteers and co-workers in a manner that reflects Cape Cod Hospital’s commitment to CARES: compassion, accountability, respect, excellence and service.
· Graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program. · Documentation of registration for next NCCPA Board administration or successful completion of NCCPA Board and maintenance of appropriate CME Licensure, Certification, Registration: · Certification and current license to practice in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. · DEA number and Mass Department of Public Health Division of Food and Drug Restricted Substances registration number as appropriate. Written prescription privilege protocols signed by all attending’s with whom the individual will be working. · Demonstrates the ability to be thoroughly trained to meet organizational standards. · Adept at communication with patients and staff. · Must be proficient in the placement and management of Vascular Access catheters including arterial catheters, and central venous catheters. · Must be able to perform basic Ventilator management. · Successful candidate must have critical care advanced practitioner experience.
Must be a graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant program with a current Massachusetts license and DEA registration. Requires previous experience as an advanced practitioner in critical care and proficiency in vascular access and ventilator management.
Market context
Physician roles in British Columbia are often competitive because employers look for strong clinical credentials, current certifications, and readiness to work in settings where patient volume and coordination needs can be high. For this posting, the requirements and benefits shown here are AI-summarized from the original job description, helping you review the role faster without extra research. Before applying, confirm your Diploma in Cardiology Technology, CSCT certification, BCLS, and valid BC Driver’s License are current and clearly listed.