Specialist- Surgical Operative Care

Saskatchewan Health Authority; Saskatoon; On-site; CAD 90,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Saskatchewan Health Authority in Saskatoon seeks Surgery Specialist for the Director Office - Surgical Operative Care Saskatoon. The role focuses on leadership in planning, strategy, and service improvement within acute care surgery.

The Specialist will drive change initiatives, build cross-functional partnerships, and support patient-centred care across the portfolio. A strong track record in leadership and health-system knowledge is essential.

Qualifications

• Five years leadership experience (as noted in the posting).
• Demonstrated critical thinking and analytical capabilities across teams.
• Ability to collaborate across functions and stakeholders to drive improvements.

Responsibilities

• Lead planning, implementation, and support of strategic improvements in acute care surgical services.
• Coordinate cross-functionally to enable change management and quality initiatives.
• Foster partnerships with system and community stakeholders to improve surgical outcomes.
• Support a client-centred culture and positive work environment.

Skills

Leadership experience

Critical thinking

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Education

Undergraduate degree in a health related field

Undergraduate degree or diploma in Nursing

Valid Class 5 driver's license

Job description

Position #

195144

Expected Start Date

November 02, 2026

Union

OOS

Facility

Saskatchewan Health Authority

City/Town

Saskatoon

Department

Director Office - Surgical Operative Care Saskatoon

Type

Full-time temporary

Expected Up to Date

October 29, 2027

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

Surgery Specialists are responsible for performing various key functions within the Integrated Urban Health - Acute Care Surgical Services portfolio. Surgery Specialists are responsible for performing various key functions within the Acute Care Surgical Services portfolio. Surgery Specialist will be key members in development planning, implementation, and support of strategic improvement initiates related to improving surgical services. They will demonstrate knowledge and experience with change management, quality improvement and project management. The Specialist demonstrates strong leadership to enable an innovative and positive working climate and a client-centric culture. The Specialist must work cross functionally within the portfolio and across the organization to support operations. The Specialist will develop partnerships and work closely with system and community partners.

Human Resources Exemption

No

Experience

• Five (5) years leadership experience

Education

• Undergraduate degree or diploma in a health related field
• Undergraduate degree or diploma in Nursing

Licenses

• Valid Class 5 driver's license

Other Education and Training

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

Competencies

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

Knowledge and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills
• Committed to delivering on patient and family centred care
• Knowledge in applicable human resource functions and disciplines
• Knowledge in the Saskatchewan health care system
• Knowledge in First Nation and Metis history in Saskatchewan
• 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
• Ability to adapt to and implement change