Specialist

Saskatchewan Health Authority; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 80,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

A major healthcare provider in Canada seeks a Specialist responsible for leading improvement initiatives and ensuring application of planning tools. The ideal candidate will have 3 to 5 years of experience in a complex healthcare environment and hold a bachelor's degree in a health-related discipline. This role requires advanced communication and organizational skills, as well as the ability to work with diverse teams. The position is full-time and located in Saskatoon, with a start date of January 5, 2026.

Qualifications

• 3 to 5 years recognized experience in a complex health care environment.
• Lean and improvement training/certification is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Organize and oversee improvement initiatives in a health care setting.
• Work with staff and leaders to integrate best practices.
• Facilitate a quality culture across a diverse organization.

Skills

Advanced communication skills

Advanced interpersonal skills

Analytical thinking

Leadership capabilities

Education

Bachelor's degree in a health related discipline

Job description

• Job Category Executive Leadership and Administration
• Posting Date 12/17/2025, 06:00 AM
• Locations Saskatchewan Health Authority
• Apply Before 12/25/2025, 06:00 AM
• Job Schedule Full time

Job Description

Position #: 9008659

Expected Start Date: January 05, 2026

Union: OOS

Facility: Saskatchewan Health Authority

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Executive Director Office - Maternal & Childrens Programs

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

Hours of Work: 5 shifts of 7.5 hours per 1 weeks

Relief: No

Float: No

Field Hours: No

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

Travel Required: No

Job Description: The Specialist is responsible to ensure consistent application of planning & improvement tools & methodologies. The position is expected to maintain strategy & improvement standards as outlined in the SHA Roadmap & Strategic Plan. The focus of the Specialist is to organize & oversee improvement initiatives, taking a lead role with key stakeholders, develop project teams, determine the scope, establish target dates, monitor outcomes of the project & provide regular updates for service line integration. The Specialist must effectively work with staff, leaders, physicians to integrate best practices & standards. The position varies in scope & influences the success of system-wide improvement & attainment of organizational goals. The Specialist is responsible to facilitate a quality of culture across a large diverse organization & model a rigorous, consistent approach to quality improvement. The Specialist must be an advocate for staff & patient safety as well as a system sustainability.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• 3 to 5 years recognized experience in a complex health care environment

Education

• Bachelor's degree in a health related discipline

Other Education & Training

• An equivalent combination of education and experience may be considered
• Lean and improvement training/certification is an asset

Licenses

• Licensed and in good standing with regulatory body, if applicable
• Advanced communication skills
• Advanced interpersonal skills
• Advanced organizational skills
• Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example
• Capability to transform systems: Encourage and support innovation

Knowledge & Abilities

• Knowledge of the healthcare system in Saskatchewan
• Analytical thinking and the ability to assist others to recognize key issues
• Knowledge of First Nations and Metis history in Saskatchewan along with an understanding of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action

Other Information

• Travel within the province of Saskatchewan may be required

About Us

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is the largest employer in Saskatchewan, employing more than 45,000 staff in a dynamic healthcare environment. The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is committed to providing coordinated quality services that are seamless, safe and patient-centred.

Additional Information

Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position. By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search.

We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.

We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.

We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.

We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Please note: Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.