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Physician Assistant

Employer

Alberta Health Services

Date Posted

February 05, 2026

Languages

English
  • Location High River, AB
  • Earnings $47.12 to $66.85 hourly (to be negotiated)
  • Work Hours 37.75 hours per week
  • Position Permanent Full Time
  • Vacancies 1  Vacancy
  • Closing Date Mar 07, 2026
Job Requirements

Employer

Alberta Health Services

Languages

English

Education

Master's degree

Work setting

  • Hospital/medical facility or clinic
  • Health care institution, facility or clinic

Tasks

  • Collaborate with members of an interdisciplinary health team
  • Coordinate patient care
  • Evaluate patient care and progress
  • Examine the results of the tests
  • Interpret medical test results
  • Interview clients, prepare case histories and assess problems
  • Monitor patients and advise physician of any changes in patients' condition
  • Plan patient care
  • Conduct patient interviews, physical assessments and take medical histories

Security and safety

Criminal record check

Work conditions and physical capabilities

  • Ability to work independently
  • Work under pressure
  • Attention to detail
  • Tight deadlines
  • Fast-paced environment
  • Walking
  • Standing for extended periods

Personal suitability

  • Client focus
  • Dependability
  • Efficient interpersonal skills
  • Excellent written communication
  • Judgement
  • Reliability
  • Initiative
  • Organized
  • Accurate
  • Values and ethics

Screening questions

  • Are you authorized to work in Canada?
  • Are you available to start on the date listed in the job posting?
  • Are you willing to relocate for this position?
  • Do you meet the language requirements listed in the job posting?

Government programs

Recognized employer

Employment terms options

Evening

Experience

3 years to less than 5 years

Employment terms options

  • Morning
  • Night
  • Day
  • Weekend

Health benefits

  • Dental plan
  • Health care plan
  • Vision care benefits

Financial benefits

Pension plan

Other benefits

  • Paid time off (volunteering or personal days)
  • Wellness program

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Interest Codes & Abilities
The Physician Assistant is part of the following larger National Occupational Classification (NOC).

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Registered Nurses
SOCIAL

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METHODICAL

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DIRECTIVE

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Midwives
SOCIAL

Interest in analyzing data for the purpose of counselling and educating women concerning diet and pre-natal health practices; and in reassuring patients and providing emotional support during labour and the post-natal period

INNOVATIVE

Interest in operating medical equipment to examine patients and monitor fetuses during labour; and in conducting normal deliveries

DIRECTIVE

Interest in instructing patients on how to care for themselves and their infants; and in providing ongoing advice and support

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