Family Physician (Contract)

Job Description

Vacancy #: 2024-25-269699 Number of Vacancies: 2 Vacancy Opening For: Family Physician Employment Type: Permanent Employment Term: Full Time Posting Date: May 14, 2025 Closing Date: October 31, 2025 23:59 Practice Type: Primary Care Hours of Work: Clinic days are currently: 5 days a week, Monday to Friday (excluding statutory holidays), 8 hours per day (excluding breaks) Method of Payment: Contract Method of Payment Description:

$298,763.20 - $345,888.80 per contract year. 4-step primary health care compensation grid for 0.8 FTE inclusive of 176 clinic days per year and on-call requirements

Emergency room coverage will be remunerated through the Rural Emergency Room Agreement for Services at $255.96 per hour

Job Description

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.

This position will remain open until filled and may be filled prior to the posted closing date

Relocation Package

The successful candidate may be eligible for:

• 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.

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

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

Weyburn is located in the heart of southeast Saskatchewan. With a rapidly growing population, Weyburn's vibrant economy has created opportunities for people from all over the world to visit, live and do business.