Regina Urgent Care Center (UCC) is an important addition to health-care services for residents in Regina and the surrounding area. The UCC is designed to provide patients timely access to health care for urgent but non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries that need care as soon as possible. It will then connect patients to community services within health networks, such as home care, crisis intervention and other avenues of primary health care, if needed. UCC is staffed with a multidisciplinary care team, including mental health professionals, to provide patients better access to urgent medical attention for a variety of needs.Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA)
Physician at the UCC, will primarily focus to deliver high-quality care to patients with non-life-threatening illnesses and injuries requiring same-day attention, as well as those needing immediate mental health and addictions support. Physician will provide comprehensive medical assessments and treatments in a fast-paced environment, ensuring timely and effective care.Additionally, Physician will work within a dedicated Mental Health and Addictions Services area, offering confidential and discreet services, support patient referrals and connect patients to appropriate follow-up services. Physician’s role is crucial in maintaining the efficiency and effectiveness of the UCC, contributing to the overall strategic goals of the Saskatchewan Health Authority, and continuously improving patient care and service delivery.
Department of Family Medicine
Specialty Type: Family Physician
Qualifications:
Education:Licensed medical practitioner in good standing with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan (CPSS)Eligible or certified in Family Medicine with the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) [CCFP or CCFP(EM)],The physician must be certified in Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) or complete these courses within 6 months of start date. Certification in Advanced Trauma Life Support (ATLS) is desired.Preferred Experience:Experience in urgent care or emergency medicine, proficiency in triage, acute care management, and diagnostic procedures is preferred.Experience or interest in providing culturally responsive and trauma-informed care, complex chronic disease management, addictions and supporting the medically and socially vulnerable are considered an asset. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Strong communication and collaboration skills to work effectively within a multidisciplinary team and engage with patients from diverse backgrounds.Familiarity with information technology systems, such as PACS, SCM, and M*Modal will be preferred. SCM training will be provided.Abide by professional standards of practice and licensure.Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrityIs committed to delivering on patient and family centred careIs committed to quality, safety and continuous improvement striving towards zero harm Other Information:Must hold Current medical liability insurance coverageHold appropriate active privileges with the Saskatchewan Health AuthorityAll qualified candidates are encouraged to apply; in accordance with immigration requirements, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) requires a criminal record check (CRC) from every potential SHA team member. The CRC must be dated within the past six (6) months and be satisfactory to the SHA. A vulnerable sector check (VSC) is required for individuals providing patient/resident/client care to vulnerable persons.The SHA is committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive and culturally responsive workforce. We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Calls to Action. We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Metis people.Applications will be accepted until all positions are filled.
Benefits:
Responsibility of the physician.
Additional Information:
For Information or to submit curriculum vitae, please contact: Recruitment Team
Saskatchewan Health Authority – Regina Area
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