Family Physician - Southwest Medi-Centre
Job Details
- Vacancy #:
- 2022-23-227208
- Number of Vacancies:
- 1
- Vacancy Opening For:
- Family Physician
- Employment Type:
- Permanent
- Employment Term:
- Full Time
- Posting Date:
- January 3, 2024
- Closing Date:
- October 30, 2025 23:59
- Practice Size:
- 7
- Hours of Work:
- Clinic hours are Monday - Friday 8:30 am - 4:00 pm - Closed all Stat holidays
- Method of Payment:
- Contract
- Method of Payment Description:
- 4 step Primary Health Care contract
Job Description
The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA), Southwest Area invites qualified physicians to apply for the position of Family Physician located at the Southwest Medi-Centre. The Southwest Medi-Centre is a long standing Family Physician clinic. Located in the Swift Current Mall across the street from the Cypress Regional Hospital, this clinic is host to both FFS and PHC physicians .
Job Qualifications
- Successful candidates must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan (CPSS).
- The candidate will hold certification or be eligible for certification from the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC).
- Applicants will also hold ACLS certification and must have current Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) coverage.
- Applicants must also have a valid Saskatchewan driver's license.
- 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 provision of high quality patient and family centered care.
Benefits
Responsibility of the physician.
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; in accordance with immigration requirements, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.
Applications will be accepted until the positions are filled.
For more information please contact:
Carrie Cornelson at PSA-Southwest@saskhealthauthority.ca
Organization & Community
- 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!