Family Practice - Anesthesia (Fee for Service)

Job Description

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is looking for a Family Medicine Anesthetist in Weyburn, SK to join an established group of primary care physicians. The incumbent is responsible for providing anesthesia, clinic shifts, outpatient, inpatient, emergency, long-term care, and on-call services, with possible travel to surrounding communities to provide itinerant clinics. Candidates will also have the option to teach residents and medical students completing clinical placements/rotations in Weyburn.

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

• Certified or eligible to be certified with the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC)
• Acceptable enhanced training in anesthesia (i.e. 3rd year residency in Family Physician Anesthesia)
• Regular or Provisional License with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan (CPSS) (or eligible to be licensed)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Recommended - Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS), Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) and Neonatal Resuscitation Program (NRP)
• Valid driver license
• 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

Benefits

The SMA provides members with various physician programs and benefits, each with its own criteria and features.

Additional Information

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

For inquiries about licensure please contact:

College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan

Email: cpssinfo@cps.sk.ca

Phone: (306) 244-7355

Website: Registration Tabs Landing Page (cps.sk.ca)