Obstetrician and Gynecologist - Generalist

Saskatchewan Canada; Canada; On-site; CAD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a vibrant community as an Obstetrician and Gynecologist in Saskatchewan, where you can enjoy a fulfilling career in a supportive environment. This role offers an opportunity to establish a fee-for-service practice while being part of a collegial department. You will provide essential care for women, participate in medical education, and work in state-of-the-art facilities. With a commitment to high-quality patient-centered care, this position allows for professional growth and collaboration within a respected healthcare system. Experience the charm of Regina, a city known for its community pride and quality of life.

Qualifications

• Certified by the Royal College in Obstetrics and Gynecology.
• Team player with effective patient interaction skills.

Responsibilities

• Provide ambulatory and surgical care for women.
• Participate in obstetrics and gynecology call rotas.

Skills

Obstetrics

Gynecology

Patient-centered care

Team collaboration

Education

Certification by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada

Licensure through the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan

Subspecialty training (preferred)

Job description

Work as a *Obstetrician and Gynecologist - Generalist* in Saskatchewan, Canada!

Enjoy a high standard of living with low housing costs and short commutes when you live and work as a Obstetrician and Gynecologist - Generalist in Saskatchewan, the sunniest province in Canada.

Job Description

The Regina Area requires generalists (Permanent and Locum) in Obstetrics and Gynecology, with a subspecialty interest, to join our collegial department.

The successful candidate will join the Department of Obstetrics and Gynecology in Regina, Saskatchewan, establish a community fee-for-service practice, and be appointed faculty with the University of Saskatchewan, College of Medicine. The physician will provide ambulatory and surgical care for women, participate in both the obstetrics and gynecology call rotas, and participate in undergraduate and postgraduate medical education. Specialists maintain a fee-for-service, independent practice. Call coverage is shared within a supportive call group, with an on-call premium provided for availability. A city-wide pooled referral system supports the successful candidate in establishing their practice.

Obstetrical & Gynecological services are based at Regina General Hospital, which handles approximately 4,000 deliveries annually, with around 3,000 deliveries managed by the in-house obstetrics call group. The hospital is supported by a full range of neonatal, pediatric, medical, and surgical specialists.

The operating theatres are state-of-the-art for minimally invasive gynecologic surgery, with a minimum of one day per month allocated to gynecologic surgeons. The Women’s Health Centre offers outpatient procedures like hysteroscopy and colposcopy, with access to procedure rooms based on the candidate’s scope of practice.

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to learning and partners with the University of Saskatchewan to support medical education. Regina is a key site for the university’s Obstetrics and Gynecology residency program.

The Saskatchewan Health Authority, employing over 44,000 staff and physicians, is dedicated to delivering high-quality, timely healthcare across the province, working towards better coordination of services. There may be opportunities to teach at the undergraduate and postgraduate levels at the University of Saskatchewan, which promotes a province-wide distributed medical education model.

Job Qualifications

The successful candidate must be certified by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada in Obstetrics and Gynecology and eligible for licensure through the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan (CPSS). Preference is given to those with additional subspecialty training.

The candidate should be a team player, able to interact effectively with patients, colleagues, staff, and management, and capable of functioning well in a high-volume environment with a focus on high-quality, patient-centered care.

All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents, in accordance with immigration requirements. A criminal record check (CRC) and a vulnerable sector check (VSC) are mandatory.

The SHA is committed to diversity, inclusion, and reconciliation, respecting Saskatchewan’s First Nations and Métis territories.

The start date is negotiable. Applications are accepted until December 31, 2024.

Benefits

Visit the Saskatchewan Medical Association website for information on incentives and programs.

Community Description

Regina, the capital of Saskatchewan, is a vibrant city with over 250,000 residents. Recognized for its growth, amenities, and community pride, Regina offers parks, sports, recreational facilities, and a high quality of life. It has been designated a ‘Tree City of the World’ by the United Nations for two consecutive years.

Learn more about Saskatchewan and Regina:

• Province of Saskatchewan, Canada
• Tourism Saskatchewan
• City of Regina
• Saskatchewan Health Authority
• University of Saskatchewan, College of Medicine