Family Physician
Job Details
- Vacancy #:
- 2022-23-186968
- Number of Vacancies:
- 3
- Vacancy Opening For:
- Family Physician
- Employment Type:
- Permanent
- Employment Term:
- Full Time
- Posting Date:
- December 31, 2023
- Closing Date:
- November 10, 2025 23:59
- Hours of Work:
- Clinic days are currently: 5 days a week, Monday to Friday (excluding statutory holidays), 8 hours per day (excluding breaks). ER and on-call are in addition to clinical services.
- Minimum Potential Salary:
- $298,763.00
- Maximum Potential Salary:
- $345,888.00
- Method of Payment:
- Contract
- Method of Payment Description:
- 4 step primary health care compensation grid for 176 (0.8 FTE) clinic days per year excluding weekends and statutory holidays.
Emergency room coverage is in addition to clinical coverage and is remunerated through the Rural Emergency Room Pilot Site Stabilization Agreement for Services. - Call Schedule Description:
- 24 hour on call emergency coverage is required for the emergency room, hospital in-patients, home care and long term care residents as well as critical lab values. At present, the on call responsibilities are shared equitably amongst physicians in the community.
Job Description
The Saskatchewan Health Authority is seeking three family physicians to provide 0.8FTE physician services in the Kindersley Primary Health Care Clinic located in the Town of Kindersley.
The Kindersley Medical Practice includes all aspects of family medicine including internal medicine, obstetrics (caesarian sections), pediatrics, anesthetics, emergency room call and surgery. Visiting services include general surgery, gynecology, orthopedics, ENT and psychiatry.
Physicians will provide patient care and on call emergency coverage. This Physician will work closely with nurses, and other members of the health care team to meet the specific needs of this community and its surrounding area.
The SHA requires on-site physician coverage for the emergency room on a 24-hour basis, 7 days per week, 365 days per year at the Kindersley and District Health Centre
Relocation Package
The successful candidate may be eligible for:
- The Rural Physician Incentive Program (RPIP) which provides up to $200,000 over five years to family physicians practicing, or returning to practice, in rural and remote communities in Saskatchewan
- The SMA Retention Fund, which provides financial reward to physicians who practice in the province for extended periods ranging from $3,500 - $7,000
Job Qualifications
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. The candidate will hold certification or be eligible for certification from the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC). Successful applicants will be eligible for a provisional or regular license to practice in Saskatchewan. Applicants will also hold ACLS certification. In accordance with immigration requirements, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.
Candidates with Obstetrical and/or Anesthesia training are preferred.
The start date for this position is negotiable. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Benefits
The Saskatchewan Medical Association (SMA) provides members with various physician programs and benefits, each with its own criteria and features.
Additional Information
Kindersley & District Health Center.
For inquiries about licensure please contact:
CPSS
Email: cpssinfo@cps.sk.ca
Phone: (306) 244-7355
Website: Registration Tabs Landing Page (cps.sk.ca)
Interested applicants may apply to Carrie Cornelson, Practitioner Staff Affairs, Saskatchewan Health Authority at PSA-Southwest@saskhealthauthority.ca.
Organization & Community
- ORGANIZATION:
- Saskatchewan Health Authority
- COMMUNITY:
- Kindersley
- HOURS TO INTERNATIONAL AIRPORT:
- 2
- COMMUNITY WEBSITE:
- http://www.kindersley.ca/
Community Description
The town of Kindersley is a vibrant and progressive community located in the heart of west central Saskatchewan. It is the hub of the region and boasts an impressive selection of recreational facilities and activities for everyone.