Pediatrician

Job Details

Vacancy #:
2024-25-270630
Number of Vacancies:
1
Vacancy Opening For:
Specialist
Employment Type:
Permanent
Employment Term:
Full Time
Posting Date:
May 26, 2026
Closing Date:
September 30, 2026 0:00
Practice Size:
3
Maximum Potential Salary:
$500,871.00
Method of Payment:
Contract

Job Description

The Saskatchewan Health Authority is seeking a Pediatrician to join a well-established and collaborative practice in Swift Current, Saskatchewan. The successful candidate will work alongside two experienced pediatricians in a supportive, team-based environment, contributing to a full complement of three specialists serving the community. This role offers a balanced scope of practice, including outpatient and inpatient care, as well as participation in emergency on-call coverage. On-call responsibilities are shared equitably among the three pediatricians to ensure consistent and reliable coverage. The successful candidate will integrate into an established clinic and play a key role in delivering comprehensive pediatric care to the region. Remuneration is provided through a contractual arrangement.

Position will remain open until filled and may be filled prior to posted closing date.

 

Employer Name: Saskatchewan Health Authority

Location: Cypress Regional Hospital - 2004 Saskatchewan Drive, Swift Current, SK S9H 5M8

Language of work: English

Job Qualifications

  • Certified or eligible to be certified with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC)
  • 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 SMA provides members with various physician programs and benefits, each with its own criteria and features.

Additional Information

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:

Practitioner Staff Affairs

physiciancareers@saskhealthauthority.ca

For inquiries about licensure please contact:

Royal College of Physicians and Suregons of Cananda

Website: https://www.royalcollege.ca/en/eligibility-and-exams 

College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan

Email: cpssinfo@cps.sk.ca

Phone: (306) 244-7355

Website: Registration Tabs Landing Page (cps.sk.ca)

Organization & Community

Saskatchewan Health Authority Logo
ORGANIZATION:
Saskatchewan Health Authority
COMMUNITY:
Swift Current
HOURS TO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT:
3
COMMUNITY WEBSITE:
http://www.city.swift-current.sk.ca/

Community Description

Swift Current is a city of 18,000 people serving approximately 50,000 people in the surrounding area. Swift Current is a safe, relaxed, family oriented, active community with many options in sports, recreation and culture. We have a diverse population with residents from around the world. There is an excellent school system which offers both Public and Catholic schools. We are located a short drive from larger Canadian cities (Calgary, Saskatoon, Regina). Outdoor activities (camping, hunting, fishing) are major recreational pursuits. To the west of Swift Current are the Cypress Hills, an area known for its geological and ecological rarity. To the northwest are the Great Sand Hills, which encompass a 1900 km2 area, one of the largest of its kind in Canada. Swift Current, is situated along the Trans-Canada Highway 170 kilometres west of Moose Jaw, and 218 kilometres east of Medicine Hat, Alberta. It is a safe, relaxed, family oriented, active community with many options in sports, recreation and culture. In addition, Swift Current boasts some of the mildest winters in Saskatchewan and we are one of the top spots in North America for annual sunshine!