Specalist - Primary Health Care

Saskatchewan Health Authority; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Saskatchewan Health Authority invites applications for the position of Primary Health Care Clinical Integration Specialist in Saskatoon. The role focuses on implementing integration projects, applying change management, and driving continuous quality improvement within a dynamic health system.

The successful candidate will bring 3-5 years experience in complex environments, a Health Care Administration diploma and a BAdmin, plus strong collaboration and leadership skills to liaise with diverse

Qualifications

• Experience developing and leading planning and programs in complex environment.
• 3-5 years' experience working in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.
• Undergraduate degree in Health or Social Sciences; licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable

Responsibilities

• Perform key functions within the Primary Health Care portfolio to support continuous quality improvement.
• Demonstrate systems thinking and lead change and project management initiatives.
• Implement Primary Health Care projects aligned with SHA goals and objectives

Skills

Systems thinking

Change management

Project management

Stakeholder engagement

Analytical skills

Critical thinking

Leadership

Interpersonal skills

Cultural safety

Health care knowledge

Education

Health Care Administration diploma

Bachelor of Administration (BAdmin)

Job description

Position #: 189162

Expected Start Date: October 26, 2026

Union: OOS

Facility: Saskatchewan Health Authority

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Director Office - Clinical Integration Urban Saskatoon 2

Type: Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date: April 26, 2028

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: No

Job Description: Primary Health Care Clinical Integration Specialists are responsible for performing various key functions within the Primary Health Care portfolio. They will demonstrate systems thinking, knowledge and experience with innovative approaches of change and project management to support an environment of continuous quality improvement within a matrix structure. They will demonstrate knowledge and experience of clinical best practices and support innovative approaches in the delivery of clinical services. The Specialist is responsible for implementing Primary Health Care projects that connect to the goals and objectives of the Saskatchewan Health Authority.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• Experience developing and leading planning and programs in complex environment
• 3-5 years' experience working in a complex, multi-stakeholderenvironment

Education

• Health Care Administration diploma
• Bachelor of Administration (BAdmin)

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

• Undergraduate degree in Health or Social Sciences
• Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable
• Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience

Competencies

• Capability to transform systems: Encourage and support innovation
• Critical thinking skills
• Analytical skills
• Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example

Knowledge and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Knowledge in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action
• Knowledge in applicable human resource functions and disciplines
• Ability to adapt to and implement change
• Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm
• Knowledge in First Nation and Metis history in Saskatchewan
• Knowledge in applicable legislation and standards
• Knowledge in the Saskatchewan health care system
• Ability to lead and coach others
• Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
• Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders
• Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety
• Knowledge in organization's goals, vision, mission and values
• Committed to delivering on patient and family centered care

Other Information

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