Job Description

Gastroenterologist – Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA), Saskatoon

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) – Saskatoon, in partnership with the University of Saskatchewan, Department of Medicine, Saskatoon Division of Gastroenterology and Hepatology, is seeking a Gastroenterologist to join our dynamic and collegial team. Our division is comprised of 12 members with diverse clinical and academic interests, including hepatology, inflammatory bowel disease (IBD), research, therapeutics, capsule endoscopy, motility disorders, and small bowel ultrasound.

Responsibilities

• Participation in inpatient care and shared on-call rotation.
• Regular access to endoscopy time.
• Opportunities for teaching and collaborative research.
• Appointments in both Saskatchewan Health Authority and the University of Saskatchewan.
• Candidate responsible for leasing office space outside the hospital.

Compensation and Benefits

Compensation: Fee-for-service. Additional call stipend and retention bonus offered.

Benefits: Independent contractor position; benefits are the responsibility of the successful candidate.

Location

Saskatoon, Saskatchewan

Language: English

Job Qualifications

Qualifications / Requirements

• Completion of a residency-training program in Internal Medicine and subspecialty training in Gastroenterology accredited by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or equivalent.
• Eligibility for regular licensure to practice in Saskatchewan as determined by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan.

Additional Information

The City – Saskatoon

Basking in more hours of sunshine than any other major Canadian city, Saskatoon is a dynamic and fast-growing community of over 347,000 people. Life here flourishes well beyond the workplace, with world-class events, lively festivals, a thriving arts and music scene, and access to northern lake country. The city offers golf courses, restaurants, and scenic walking/biking trails along the riverbank. Anchored by the University of Saskatchewan, Saskatoon attracts top talent and fosters a vibrant cultural mosaic.

The Health Authority – SHA

SHA is the largest organization in Saskatchewan, employing over 44,800 staff, including 2,760 physicians and 496 resident doctors. Guided by our mission—"We care. We work together to improve health and well-being; every day, for everyone."—SHA provides high-quality, timely, and culturally responsive healthcare across the province.

SHA supports recruitment and retention through strategic investments, expanded training programs, and incentive initiatives, attracting top talent in high-demand fields such as psychiatry, anesthesia, and diagnostic imaging.

The University – University of Saskatchewan (USask)

USask is a premier research-intensive institution located along the scenic South Saskatchewan River. With over 26,000 students and 6,500+ faculty and staff, USask fosters excellence, innovation, and global impact. Key facilities include:

• The Canadian Light Source synchrotron
• The Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization (VIDO)
• The Academic Health Sciences Complex

The College of Medicine offers 104 medical student intakes and 128 residency positions annually, providing world-class training through CaRMS.

How to Apply

SHA supports a Representative Workforce that is respectful and inclusive. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Interested candidates, please submit your curriculum vitae in confidence to:

Recruitment and Retention Team
Practitioner Staff Affairs
Email: physiciancareers@saskhealthauthority.ca

Please note applications will be accepted until the position is filled.