3 Full-time – 1.0 FTE Status (37.5 hours per week)
We are currently recruiting Physician Assistants to join our team in Shelburne, Orangeville and Bolton. There are 3 full time positions available.
As one of our Physician Assistants you are a vital part of Dufferin Area Family Health Team (DAFHT) and will collaborate with physicians and other interdisciplinary providers to achieve the vision and mission of the organization. Our Physician Assistants help the DAFHT meet its strategic objectives by participating in the chronic disease management, health promotion and disease prevention programs. The Physician Assistants responsibilities will consist of all aspects of being a Primary Health Care Provider while empowering each patient with the knowledge and tools needed to manage their health, and to ensure that all persons receive comprehensive health care.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
Providing primary care services to patients including acute and chronic disease management, preventative care, and well-woman and well child visits
Performing certain acts under medical directives, delegated by the physicians
Educating patients on health promotion and disease prevention
Assisting the physician with management of complex patients
Referring patients to allied health professionals, for services outside of the Physician Assistant’s scope of practice, and
Performing other duties within the competencies of a Physician Assistant.
All acts are conducted under the direction and supervision of a registered Physician, and in accordance with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario’s policy on delegation.
The Physician Assistant (PA) reports to, and is responsible to, the Executive Director. The supervising physician is responsible for the medical care provided to the patient by the PA and can only delegate medical acts that are within their own scope of clinical practice. The PA is not an autonomous health care provider, and cannot act as the principal medical decision maker.
EDUCATION AND QUALIFICATIONS
Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant program or equivalent
Current BCLS, ACLS, PALS certification and NALS certification is preferred
Certified or eligible to be certified through the PACC or Certified through NCCPA (National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants) for American educated/trained Pas
Basic CPR certification
SKILLS AND ABILITIES
Excellent oral/written skills
Ability to work effectively with all members of the health care team
Minimum 2 years’ experience working as a Physician Assistant
Knowledge and proficiency in current, evidence-based methods and practices of primary care delivery
Experience in primary care an asset
Ability to develop strategies that successfully meet the needs of a diverse patient, family and provider population
Proficiency in the use of computer hardware and software
Ability to prioritize, manage time effectively and be flexible in a very active work environment, and
Willingness to teach and train other members of the interdisciplinary team or students as required.
Working Conditions and Requirements:
This is an in-person, on-site role
Hours are 37.5 hours per week
Current driver’s license and reliable vehicle to travel to sites and within community
Why Join Us:
HOOPP Defined Benefit Pension Plan
Extended health care benefits including health, dental, vision, critical Illness, and EFAP and EAP program
4 weeks of vacation to start, floater days, paid personal and sick time
Organizational commitment to work-life balance
Salary: $105,000.00
Location: Shelburne, Orangeville, and Bolton ON
Job Type: Permanent, Full-Time
Number of Positions: 3
Union: No
If this opportunity interests you , please email your cover letter and resume as a combined PDF document to
[email protected] by Friday, July 31 st , 2026
The Dufferin Area Family Health Team (DAFHT) welcomes and encourages applications from people with disabilities. Accommodations are available on request for candidates taking part in all aspects of the selection process. If you are contacted for a job opportunity, please advise the DAFHT of any accommodations needed to ensure you have access to a fair and equitable process. Any information received relating to accommodation will be addressed confidentially. The DAFHT is committed to an inclusive, barrier-free recruitment and selection process and work environment.
