Pediatric Clinical Immunology and Allergy

Job Description

Number of Vacancies: 1

Vacancy Opening For: Specialist

Employment Type: Permanent

Employment Term: Full Time

Method of Payment: Contract – $595,791 per annum

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA), in partnership with the University of Saskatchewan, College of Medicine, Department of Pediatrics, is seeking a Pediatric Clinical Immunology and Allergy specialist to join our dynamic and expanding pediatric specialty team in Saskatoon, Saskatchewan.

This position provides an opportunity to establish and grow a pediatric clinical immunology and allergy practice within a collaborative academic environment serving children and families across Saskatchewan.

The successful candidate will provide consultative outpatient care in pediatric allergy and immunology, including evaluation and management of a broad range of allergic and immunologic conditions. The physician will work closely with pediatric subspecialists, family physicians, and multidisciplinary health care teams.

Clinical services are primarily based at Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital, Saskatchewan’s only tertiary pediatric facility, and associated outpatient clinics.

Clinical Responsibilities

• Provide consultation and management of pediatric allergic and immunologic disorders
• Perform allergy testing, immunotherapy, and diagnostic evaluations
• Provide outpatient consultative services for children referred from across Saskatchewan
• Collaborate with pediatric subspecialists, family physicians, and allied health professionals
• Participate in teaching medical students and pediatric residents through the University of Saskatchewan College of Medicine
• Contribute to the development of pediatric allergy and immunology services in Saskatchewan

Relocation Package

Recruitment Incentives

Eligible candidates may qualify for the Pediatric Subspecialist Recruitment and Retention Incentive, which provides up to $200,000 over five years for physicians establishing a full-time pediatric subspecialty practice in Saskatoon.

For full program details and eligibility requirements, please visit: https://www.saskdocs.ca/work/specialists/pediatric-incentive/

Additional recruitment incentives and relocation supports may be available.

Job Qualifications

Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (RCPSC) certification (or equivalent) in Clinical Immunology and Allergy. While candidates with dual specialization will be prioritized, we encourage individuals with single specialization in either Allergy or Immunology to apply.

Eligibility for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan (CPSS)

Eligibility for Saskatchewan Health Authority practitioner staff membership

Commitment to collaborative patient-centred care and academic teaching

Academic Affiliation

The successful candidate will receive an academic appointment with the University of Saskatchewan, College of Medicine, and will have opportunities to participate in:

• Undergraduate medical education
• Pediatric residency training
• Research and scholarly activities

Benefits

Benefits are the responsibility of the physician

Additional Information

Location of Practice

Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital
Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

The Community

Saskatoon is Saskatchewan’s largest city and offers an exceptional quality of life. Located along the scenic South Saskatchewan River, the city features beautiful river valley trails, parks, and vibrant neighbourhoods.

The city offers:

• A thriving arts and cultural community
• Excellent schools and family-friendly neighbourhoods
• The University of Saskatchewan, one of Canada’s leading research universities
• Easy access to northern lakes and outdoor recreation

Additional Information

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority. Language of work is English.

Contact Information

Interested candidates should submit their curriculum vitae in confidence to:
Amanda Lee, Specialist, Recruitment and Retention
Practitioner Staff Affairs
Saskatchewan Health Authority
Email: physiciancareers@saskhealthauthority.ca