Plastic Surgeon - Locum

Job Description

We are seeking a team-oriented and highly skilled Plastic Surgeon to provide locum on call coverage in Regina, Saskatchewan. Coverage could be arranged as weekend or full week coverage depending on the locum’s availability.  This position has the potential to transition into a permanent full-time role.

Remuneration is competitive for this locum and is based on a daily rate of $2,900.00 plus the Specialist Emergency Coverage Program on call stipend. Saskatchewan Health Authority will cover the cost of flights, car rental and temporary accommodations as well as provincial licensing.

Operating Room (OR), procedural and outpatient clinic time (eg. ambulatory care) would be available depending on patient and surgeon needs. OR access for urgent or emergent clinical conditions would be available per our after-hours OR usage rules. The program is complimented with a high-quality Anesthesiology program and a day surgery unit which has extended hours for patient recovery.

The successful candidate will be expected to demonstrate experience and training in Plastic Surgery, appropriate for an academic tertiary care level referral centre. The candidate will be expected to show evidence of interpersonal and collaborative skills with initiatives to further advance the clinical and academic productivity of the SHA.

Job Qualifications

• The ideal candidate will hold certification or be eligible for certification from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in Plastic Surgery.

• Candidates should be eligible for provisional or regular licensure through the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan.
• This individual should be a team player, be able to interact effectively with patients, colleagues, staff and management, and function well in a high-volume environment with a commitment to the provision of high-quality patient and family-centred care.

The SHA is committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive and culturally responsive workforce. We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action. We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Metis people.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; in accordance with immigration requirements, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) requires a criminal record check (CRC) from every potential SHA team member. The CRC must be dated within the past six (6) months and be satisfactory to the SHA. A vulnerable sector check (VSC) is required for individuals providing patient/resident/client care to vulnerable persons.

Additional Information

The start date for this position is to be determined. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

For Information or to submit curriculum vitae, please contact:

Physician Recruitment Team

Saskatchewan Health Authority – Regina Area

Phone:  306-766-0745| Fax:  306-766-3459

Email:  SHAPhysicianCareersRegina@saskhealthauthority.ca