General Surgeon
Job Description
The community of Yorkton, located in Southeast Saskatchewan, is seeking a team orientated and professional General Surgeon to join the department of surgery. The successful candidate will have the opportunity to operate their own private practice in the community as well as work collaboratively with other medical professionals to support the acute care and emergency services Yorkton.
The Yorkton Regional Health Centre is a fully accredited 86 inpatient bed hospital equipped with 4 OR suites. In-patient units include: Medicine, Pediatrics, Surgery, Intensive Care Unit, and Obstetrics with a well-baby nursery. Outpatient services include: Emergency Department, Hemodialysis, Chemotherapy, Diagnostics, Psychiatry and Mental Health.
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is dedicated to learning and is a partner in the educational needs of medical students, residents, nursing staff and allied health professionals. The successful candidate will be encouraged to become involved in the academic efforts in the Department of Surgery in our area.
This position will remain open until filled and may be filled prior to the posted closing date
Relocation Package
The successful candidate may be eligible for:
- The Specialist Recruitment Incentive program, which provides $30,000 to an eligible specialist that establishes a practice for a minimum of thirty-six months in a Saskatchewan community.
- The SMA Retention Fund, which provides financial reward to physicians who practice in the province for extended periods ranging from $3,500 - $7,000
Job Qualifications
- Certified or eligible to be certified with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC) in General Surgery
- Regular or Provisional License with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan (CPSS) (or eligible to be licensed)
- Valid driver's license
- Successful SHA credentialing including but not limited to acceptable reference checks and criminal record check with vulnerable sector
- Current Canadian Medical Protective Association coverage
- Legal entitlement to work in Canada
Benefits
The Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA) provides members with various physician programs and benefits, each with its own criteria and features.
Additional Information
The SHA supports a shared commitment to a Representative Workforce that is respectful and inclusive of all staff and clients and welcomes applications from those who will contribute to the diversity of our community. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.
Interested applicants can apply online to this posting or contact:
Kayla Brears, Specialist - Recruitment and Retention SE
Saskatchewan Health Authority
Kayla.Brears@saskhealthauthority.ca
Company Operating Name: Saskatchewan Health Authority (former Sunrise Health Region)
Business Address: 270 Bradbrooke Drive, Yorkton SK S3N 2K6
Language of Work: English
For inquiries about licensure please contact:
College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan
Email: cpssinfo@cps.sk.ca
Phone: (306) 244-7355