Vacancy #: 2022-23-241361 Number of Vacancies: 1 Vacancy Opening For: Specialist Employment Type: Permanent Employment Term: Full Time Posting Date: January 3, 2024 Closing Date: April 30, 2024 0:00 Practice Size: 3 Hours of Work: Monday - Friday daytime hours with evening, weekend and stat holidays on call Method of Payment: Fee-for-Service Method of Payment Description: Physicians will bill the Medical Services Branch for services rendered and will be remunerated as per the terms set forth by the Ministry of Health – Medical Services Branch.

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

The successful candidate may be eligible for:

• The SMA Retention Fund , which provides financial reward to physicians who practice in the province for extended periods ranging from $3,500 - $7,000

• 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

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

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

Yorkton is a city located in south-eastern Saskatchewan. It is about 450 kilometres north-west of Winnipeg and 300 kilometres south-east of Saskatoon and is the sixth largest city in the province. Yorkton is a city rich in heritage, culture, and agricultural traditions and has greatconnections to neighboring communities.