The Division of Pediatric Nephrology within the Department of Pediatrics, University of Saskatchewan and the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) – Saskatoon is seeking a pediatric nephrologist for a one year locum term commencing August 1, 2025.

The Division of Pediatric Nephrology is composed of three nephrologists and a full team of inter-professional staff. The team includes a dedicated dietitian, clinical nurse coordinators for general nephrology, dialysis (hemo- and peritoneal), and transplant care, social worker, and clinical pharmacist. The multidisciplinary team environment provides a great opportunity to develop and guide strategies for improving kidney and hypertension care for the children of Saskatchewan. The successful candidate will become a member of the Department of Pediatrics and have appointments in both the University of Saskatchewan and the SHA. Appointment with the University of Saskatchewan will be at the assistant, associate or full professor level commensurate on the candidate’s qualifications.

The position will have an emphasis on patient care in the inpatient and outpatient setting. Opportunities for medical teaching are available, as medical students and residents attend clinics and patient rounds during dedicated clinical rotations. The division is proud to be part of the new Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital (JPCH). The new hospital offers state-of-the-art equipment and facilities for children, mothers and families from across our province. JPCH is centrally located on the University of Saskatchewan campus in Saskatoon. The 176-bed facility provides the highest quality of care and puts Saskatchewan at the forefront of research and innovation. Virtual Tour: Jim Pattison Children’s Hospital

Compensation: Competitive contract value
Location of practice: Saskatoon, Saskatchewan, Canada
Language of work: English

Specialty Type: Specialist - Pediatrician

Qualifications:

Candidates in consideration will hold Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada certification or eligibility for certification in Pediatric Nephrology and be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan.

Benefits:

Benefits are the responsibility of the successful candidate.

Additional Information:

The City-Saskatoon Shines - With more hours of sunshine than any other major Canadian city and a population of 340,000+, Saskatoon is the largest city in Saskatchewan, offering non-stop entertainment opportunities including world class events, festivals and attractions, a strong arts and music focus, and a short drive to the northern lake country. Saskatoon has more golf courses and restaurants per capita than anywhere in North America and is noted for its outstanding walking and biking trails along the riverbank. Excellent educational facilities such as the University of Saskatchewan, home of the Canadian Light Source synchrotron, draw the best minds from around the world creating a youthful vitality and cultural richness evident in every neighbourhood.



Saskatchewan Health Authority - The SHA is the largest organization in Saskatchewan, employing over 44,000 employees and physicians responsible for the delivery of high quality and timely health care for the entire province. We are driven by the commitment to improve front line patient care for Saskatchewan people, and we are working together to better coordinate health services across the province to ensure that patients receive high quality, timely health care, wherever they live in Saskatchewan.




University of Saskatchewan - The beautiful University of Saskatchewan campus is located on the shores of the South Saskatchewan River in Saskatoon, a city with a diverse and thriving economic base and a vibrant cultural life. It is a research-intensive institution with 26,000 students and 6,500 faculty and staff, and a strong reputation for innovation and excellence. It is home to the newly constructed Academic Health Science Complex and two of the largest science projects in the country – the Canadian Light Source synchrotron and the Vaccine and Infectious Disease Organization/International Vaccine. A users group is available for collaborative research with clinical faculty using the $173.5 million Canadian Light Source synchrotron, owned by the University of Saskatchewan. The College of Medicine has an intake of 100 students per year with a commensurate number of positions for residency training.



To Apply – The 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 curriculum vitae in confidence to:




Amanda Lee, Specialist Recruitment and Retention

Practitioner Staff Affairs-Saskatoon

Saskatchewan Health Authority

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

and

Dr. Keefe Davis MD, Division Head, Pediatric Nephrology Email: ***@saskhealthauthority.ca (🔒 Premium)