Emergency Medicine Physician

Job Description

Vacancy #: 2024-25-263254 Number of Vacancies: 1 Vacancy Opening For: Family Physician Employment Type: Permanent Employment Term: Full Time Posting Date: July 23, 2025 Closing Date: February 28, 2026 23:59 Practice Type: Hospital Practice Size: 7 Hours of Work: 12-hour shifts including daytime, nighttime, weekend, and statutory holidays. The physician must be present in the facility for the duration of their shift. Method of Payment: Contract Method of Payment Description: 4-step grid based on experience for Emergency Physicians with FRCPC or CCFP-EM. A Full-time position is 1440 hours per contract year.

Job Description

The community of Yorkton, located in the Southeast portion of the province is seeking a team-orientated and professional emergency medicine physician to join the Yorkton Regional Health Centre. As part of the Emergency Medicine team, you will be responsible for providing clinical medical services to individuals presenting to the emergency department, including trauma, stroke, and pediatric care. The successful candidate must thrive in a fast-paced and unpredictable environment with a focus on teamwork, collaboration, and excellent communication and leadership skills.

Relocation Package

The successful candidate may be eligible for (depending on program requirements and eligibility):

• The SMA Retention Fund , which provides financial reward to physicians who practise in the province for extended periods ranging from $7,000 to $14,000 per year

Job Qualifications

• Fellow or eligible for fellowship with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in emergency medicine OR be certified or eligible for certification withCanadian College of Family Medicine Physicians in emergency medicine
• Regular or provisional licence with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan (or eligible to be licensed)
• Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) certification
• Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS)
• Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS)
• Valid driver’s licence
• Successful Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) credentialing including but not limited to acceptable reference checks and criminal record check with vulnerable sector
• Current Canadian Medical Protective Association coverage

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

For inquiries about licensure please contact:

College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan

Yorkton is a city located in south-eastern Saskatchewan. It is about 450 kilometres north-west of Winnipeg and 300 kilometres south-east of Saskatoon and is the sixth largest city in the province. Yorkton is a city rich in heritage, culture, and agricultural traditions and has greatconnections to neighboring communities.