Physician Assistant Opportunities
There has never been a more exciting time to launch your career as a Physician Assistant with Nova Scotia Health.
Join Nova Scotia Health as a Physician Assistant
It’s an exciting time to be a Physician Assistant (PA) in Nova Scotia. Introduced in 2019 through a pilot program in Orthopedic Surgery, the role of PAs has since expanded significantly, now encompassing four emergency sites and 20 primary care facilities. As a PA, you’ll play a pivotal role in advancing your profession—educating and delivering outstanding healthcare across this stunning coastal region.
The Dalhousie University Master of Physician Assistant Program, launched in January 2024, offers further opportunities. You can support new PA students, potentially engage in lecturing, and mentor these students during their clinical placements in their second year
Physicians Assistants in Nova Scotia are well-supported, being licensed with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia and backed by the Interprofessional Practice and Learning team and health services leadership. This environment not only fosters professional growth but also enhances the delivery of healthcare throughout the region.
Compensation, incentives and more
- Competitive compensation packages
- Extensive health and dental benefits including sick days, holidays, paid vacation starting at four weeks as well as maternity/ paternity leave and top-up payments.
- Enrollment in the Provincial Pension Plan
- Continuous clinical education and support
- Opportunity for advancement within the organization
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"Working and living in Nova Scotia has been the highlight of my Physician Assistant career! It’s the people that make it so special."
Jennifer Tracz, Physician Assistant, Westville Medical Clinic, Westville NS
Physician Assistants Across Nova Scotia
From the emergency department to family practice to the operating room, physician assistants (PAs) play a vital role across our province.
Meet three of our own, Stephanie, Lorraine and Ella, for their dedication to patient centred collaborative care.
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Registration and licensing
To practice as a physician assistant in Nova Scotia, you must:
- Be registered and licensed with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia (CPSNS)
- Be a graduate from an accredited PA program in Canada, the United Kingdom or the United States
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"I find deep meaning in serving the community I grew up in. Having spent the first 21 years of my life in Cape Breton, I have a strong connection to the people and island's unique culture. For me, working in Cape Breton is not just a profession, but a way to give back to the place that shaped me"
Stewart Zahara, Physician Assistant, Cape Breton Regional Hospital and Interprofessional Practice and Learning Lead, Sydney NS
Contact a Recruiter to learn more
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Risa Takada
Pronounced "Lisa"
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Recruitment Consultant, Physician Assistants
risa.takada@nshealth.ca
risa.takada@nshealth.ca