Manager Primary Health Care

Saskatchewan Health Authority; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 125,000; Full time

Job summary

Saskatchewan Health Authority in Saskatoon is seeking a Manager, Primary Health Care to lead multi‑stakeholder health programs and drive strategic operational plans. You will partner with system leaders, align initiatives with SHA goals, and foster a client‑centred culture while delivering on quality and safety improvements.

Reporting to the Director of Primary Health Care, you will collaborate across portfolios, guide change, and develop partnerships with community stakeholders to achieve

Qualifications

• 5+ years of experience in a health care organization.
• Experience developing programs in a complex, multi‑stakeholder environment.
• Experience as a leader who has developed and led innovative planning.
• Degree in a health or social science related field.
• Bachelor of Administration (BAdmin)

Responsibilities

• Lead Primary Health Care operations and align with SHA goals.
• Develop and execute operational and business plans.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with system and community partners.
• Foster client-centric culture and innovative work climate.

Skills

Mobilizes people

Leadership

Communication

Financial skills

Analytical skills

Interpersonal skills

Computer skills

Critical thinking

Education

Health or social science degree

Bachelor of Administration (BAdmin)

Job description

Position #: 189079

Expected Start Date: October 26, 2026

Union: OOS

Facility: Public Health Office - Saskatoon

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Community Health Services Admin B

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days, Standby

Number of Hours per Rotation: 5 shifts of 7.5 hours per 1 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Salary or Pay Band: As per Terms and Conditions of Employment

Travel Required: Yes

Job Description: The Manager, Primary Health Care is a key leader in Saskatchewan health care, partnering with system leaders to achieve our province's healthcare goals. Reporting to the Director of Primary Health Care, the Manager is responsible for creating operational lines of sight that connect to the goals and objectives of the SHA. The Manager supports strategy through the development and execution of operational and business plans, including cascading, monitoring, reporting, and course correction of same. The Manager demonstrates strong leadership to enable an innovative and positive working climate and a client-centric culture. The Manager must work cross functionally within the portfolio and across the organization to support operations. The Manager will develop partnerships and work closely with system and community partners.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• 5+ years of experience in a health care organization
• Experience developing programs in a complex, multi‑stakeholder environment
• Experience as a leader who has developed and led innovative planning

Education

• Degree in a health or social science related field.
• Bachelor of Administration (BAdmin)

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

• Professional leadership training
• Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable
• Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Competencies

• Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example
• Critical thinking skills
• Leadership skills
• Communication skills
• Financial skills
• Analytical skills
• Interpersonal skills
• Computer skills

Knowledge and Abilities

• Promotes innovation, guides change and is committed to continuous improvement
• Knowledge in First Nation and Metis history in Saskatchewan
• Knowledge of diverse, culturally safe and representative workforce
• Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
• Ability to adapt to and implement change
• Knowledge in applicable legislation and standards
• Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm
• Knowledge in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action
• Committed to delivering on patient and family centered care
• Knowledge in applicable human resource functions and disciplines
• Ability to integrate clinical knowledge and experience into clinical practice
• Knowledge in LEAN management system
• Knowledge in the Saskatchewan health care system
• Extensive knowledge of community health services
• Knowledge in leadership strategies
• Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders
• Ability to lead and coach others

Other Information

• Travel within Saskatchewan
• For more information on the city of Saskatoon please visit https://www.saskatoon.ca/