The Program:There is an exciting opportunity to become involved in the provision of outpatient care to older adults in an interdisciplinary team environment. The Geriatric Evaluation and Management Program assists older adults to optimize independence, functioning and quality of life by assisting them to achieve the higher degree of health that is required to live within the community. The program provides a patient and family centered approach specializing in comprehensive geriatric and interdisciplinary assessment, treatment, care planning, health promotion and rehabilitative therapies to older adults living in the community. Geriatric Evaluation & Management (GEM) Program services include::

Geriatric Day Hospital

Geriatric Medicine Clinic

Interdisciplinary Memory Clinic

Outreach Services

The Opportunity:

Compensation:

Specialty Type: Family Physician

Qualifications:

Successful applicants will hold certification or eligibility for certification in Family Medicine with the College of Family Physicians of Canada and be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan (CPSS). Candidates must obtain privileges with the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) to practice family medicine in Saskatoon.

Benefits:

This is an independent contractor position therefore benefits are the responsibility of the successful candidate.

Additional Information:

To Apply: SHA supports a shared commitment to a Representative Workforce that is respectful and inclusive of all staff and clients and welcomes applications from those who will contribute to the diversity of our community. All qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; however, Canadian citizens and permanent residents will be given priority.



Interested candidates, please submit your cover letter and curriculum vitae in confidence to:

Amanda Lee, Specialist Recruitment and Retention

Practitioner Staff Affairs-Saskatoon

Saskatchewan Health Authority

Email: ***@saskhealthauthority.ca (🔒 Premium)