The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is seeking a full-time family physician to join the primary health care team in Weyburn, Saskatchewan. This is a dynamic opportunity to practise comprehensive rural family medicine in a multidisciplinary and supportive environment. As a physician in Weyburn you will practise full-scope family medicine in a clinical setting as well as work collaboratively with other medical professionals to support the emergency and acute care needs of the community and surrounding areas.

The SHA is dedicated to learning and is a partner in the educational needs of medical students, residents, nursing staff and allied health professionals. The successful candidate will be encouraged to become involved in the academic efforts in the Department of Family Medicine in our area.

Job Qualifications

• Certified or eligible to be certified with the College of Family Physicians of Canada
• Regular or provisional licence with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan (or eligible to be licensed)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support certification
• Recommended – Advanced Trauma Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, and Neonatal Resuscitation Program
• Valid driver’s licence
• Successful SHA credentialing including but not limited to acceptable reference checks and criminal record check with vulnerable sector
• Current Canadian Medical Protective Association coverage
• Legal entitlement to work in Canada

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 practising, or returning to practice, in rural and remote communities in Saskatchewan
• The SMA Retention Fund, which provides financial reward to physicians who practise in the province for extended periods ranging from $7,000 – $14,000 per year for full-time work.

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; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.

Interested applicants can apply online to this posting or contact:

Kayla Brears, Specialist – Recruitment and Retention SE

Saskatchewan Health Authority

Kayla.Brears@saskhealthauthority.ca