Specialist Provincial Projects

Saskatchewan Health Authority; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Saskatchewan Health Authority in Saskatoon seeks a Specialist for Practitioner Staff Affairs to lead provincial physician recruitment, retention, and system development. You will advise on budget planning and program development, bridging SHA leadership with multiple stakeholders to optimize physician engagement.

The role requires 3–5 years in recruitment/retention planning, a relevant business degree, and strong communication and analytical skills. Travel within Saskatchewan is required.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years performing strategic recruitment and retention planning.
• 3–5 years' experience in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment.
• BBA or related health administration education is preferred.
• Licensed or eligible for regulatory body where applicable (if relevant).

Responsibilities

• Lead provincial physician recruitment, retention, and program planning.
• Provide strategic advice to management on workforce and budget planning.
• Develop and evaluate provincial physician systems and engagement plans.
• Collaborate with multiple stakeholders across SHA and PSA offices.

Skills

Strategic recruitment

Retention planning

Stakeholder management

Analytical skills

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)

Business Administration diploma (DBA)

Undergraduate degree in health related field

Job description

Position #: 9003255

Expected Start Date: September 21, 2026

Union: OOS

Facility: Saskatchewan Health Authority

City/Town: Saskatoon

Department: Practitioner Staff Affairs - Practitioner Membership Services Director

Type: Full-time regular

FTE: 1

Shift Information: Days

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 Practitioner Staff Affairs (PSA) provincial office provides SHA wide support through a coordinated team based approach. Provincial services are provided centrally and support local delivery in the 6 PSA area offices. The Specialist is responsible for standard provincial physician strategies and development and maintenance of provincial physician systems to support the Practitioner Staff Affairs portfolio. Reporting to the Provincial Director, the Specialist will provide technical and strategic advice to all levels of management on issues such as physician recruitment and retention and program planning to inform operational and budgetary planning. The incumbent conducts public policy analysis, formation, program development and evaluation. The Specialist supports the strategic development and implementation of the provinces physician engagement, recruitment and retention plan.

Human Resources Exemption: No

Experience

• 3-5 years performing strategic recruitment and retention planning and execution
• 3-5 years' experience working in a complex, multi-stakeholderenvironment

Education

• Bachelor of Business Administration (BBA)
• Business Administration diploma (DBA)

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

• Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
• Undergraduate degree in a health related field
• Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable

Competencies

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

Knowledge and Abilities

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

Other Information

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