Medical Program Officer

SGI CANADA; Regina; Hybrid; CAD 81,000 - 103,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading insurance provider in Regina is seeking a Medical Program Officer to assess the medical fitness of drivers. This role requires advanced medical knowledge and a strong background in nursing, with the opportunity to work in a hybrid setting. Candidates should have 5 - 7 years of experience and be registered with the Saskatchewan Nurses’ Association. A comprehensive understanding of relevant legislation is essential.

Qualifications

• Must have 5 – 7 years of nursing experience.
• Advanced understanding of medical assessments and standards.
• Ability to consult with healthcare professionals and law enforcement.

Responsibilities

• Determine medical fitness of drivers using specialized knowledge.
• Review and analyze medical reports for licensing decisions.
• Consult with various stakeholders on medical conditions.

Skills

Advanced knowledge of medical and surgical conditions

Knowledge of health care system resources

Understanding of Canadian Medical Association guidelines

Familiarity with The Traffic Safety Act

Technical advisory skills

Education

Four-year degree in Nursing

Registration with Saskatchewan Registered Nurses’ Association

Job description

Overview

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Medical Program Officer

In Scope
Work Location: Regina Operations Centre. This role is eligible for hybrid – this means you’ll have the flexibility of working from home and in the office (in Regina) on a scheduled rotation once probation requirements have been met. Until then, the successful incumbent will be expected to work on-site, full-time.

Term: Permanent
Close Date: September 26, 2025

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY

The Medical Program Officer (MPO) is responsible for identifying medically at-risk drivers by applying specialized medical knowledge and interpreting medical standards. MPOs analyze complex medical information and determine an individual’s medical fitness to drive. They work independently and use professional discretion to make the final licensing decision, including suspensions, cancellations, class changes, and licence restrictions. MPOs provide support and guidance to other Medical Review Unit staff.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Note: This section is not intended to be an exhaustive list of duties and responsibilities – other duties and responsibilities may be assigned.

• Reviews medical reports and applies the Canadian Medical Association guidelines, Canadian Council of Motor Transportation Administrators medical standards, and SGI Medical Policy guidelines when making decisions regarding medical fitness to drive.
• Ensures all decisions and requests for medical information are in accordance with The Traffic Safety Act (TSA) and The Automobile Accident Insurance Act (AAIA).
• Appraises complex medical reports, including Driver Ability Assessment reports and Driver Evaluation Program recommendations, to determine the medical fitness and/or skills of individuals who apply for or renew various classes of driver’s licences in Saskatchewan.
• Determines when additional medical information and/or reports are required.
• Makes decisions on an individual’s driving privileges, which can include refusing, restricting, suspending, or revoking a driver’s licence.
• Reviews driver files and determines if monitoring of driving privileges is needed based on the medical condition.
• Provides a case management approach to difficult medical files; is a liaison with drivers, families, and healthcare professionals.
• Assigns appropriate coding for keying information to the driver database.
• Responds verbally and/or in writing to drivers regarding results of investigative reviews.
• Responds to inquiries regarding departmental procedures and medical standards for driver licensing in Saskatchewan and Canada.
• Prepares submissions to the Highway Traffic Board regarding SGI’s rationale on decisions/actions taken with respect to a driver’s medical fitness to drive.
• Requests drivers to complete Driver Ability Assessments or Driver Evaluation Program Assessments when the person may be medically fit, but concerns have been identified with respect to driving skills.
• Makes presentations on the Medical Review Unit and SGI’s Medical Program to various organizations, such as the MS Society, Diabetes Association, and medical staff.
• Conducts appropriate investigations to determine if medical information is required.
• Consults with doctors, law enforcement officers, adjusters, driver examiners, and lawyers regarding a person’s medical status or driving skills.
• Reviews driver files to determine a schedule for monitoring medical conditions, when appropriate.
• Provides guidance and advice for individuals concerned about family members’ driving abilities, enforcement, and medical personnel.
• Oversees assignment of work and provides technical advice and guidance to Medical Review Unit administrative staff.

High Performance Team & Culture

• Supports a culture of leadership and accountability to effectively meet the key accountabilities within the scope of the role.
• Displays leadership by committing to a culture of continuous learning/development of self and supports others by actively sharing knowledge, providing guidance, mentoring, training, and supporting developmental opportunities.
• Demonstrates that the Health, Safety and Emergency Management Policy is applied in area of responsibility for self and others.
• Actively applies knowledge to support transformation and strategic initiatives of the corporation, while participating and advocating change and applying a growth mindset.

TECHNICAL KNOWLEDGE & SKILLS

• Advanced knowledge of current medical and surgical conditions (e.g., cardiac, neurological), treatments, and patient responses to medical treatments.
• Advanced knowledge of the health care system and available resources, with the ability to assist customers in navigating the health care system to meet medical requirements.
• Advanced knowledge of the Canadian Medical Association guidelines and the Canadian Council for Motor Transport Administrators medical standards.
• Knowledge of the application of The Traffic Safety Act, The Automobile Accident Insurance Act, and other legislation and regulations related to the administration of medical review requirements.
• Knowledge of all Auto Fund driver licence issuing, driver classifications, requirements, sanctions, and programs.
• Knowledge of the automated systems utilized by the Auto Fund.
• Knowledge of The Health Information Protection Act.
• Knowledge of driver records, injury claims procedures/processes, documents, forms, and vehicle classes and programs.

EDUCATION & CERTIFICATIONS

• Four-year degree in Nursing from an accredited post-secondary education institution.
• Must be registered or eligible to be registered with the Saskatchewan Registered Nurses’ Association.

EXPERIENCE

• 5 – 7 years’ nursing experience.

WORKING CONDITIONS

Physical Effort and Environment: Majority of time spent in a typical work environment with occasional and/or mild exposure to unpleasant conditions and light physical effort.

Sensory Attention: Moderate periods of concentration on a variety of sensory inputs requiring close attention several times daily.

Mental Stress: Moderate exposure to one or more mental pressures.

Pay Range: $81,261.00 - $102,559.00

Posting Close Date: September 26, 2025

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