Psychiatrist Co Lead – Provincial Clinical Network – Mental Health & AddictionsThe Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) is seeking a Psychiatrist Co Lead to provide provincial clinical leadership within the Mental Health and Addictions Provincial Clinical Network (PCN). We are accepting applications from physicians all over Saskatchewan.In this role, the Psychiatrist Co Lead will work collaboratively with operational leaders, clinicians, and system partners to guide the development, implementation, and continuous improvement of coordinated care pathways for individuals with complex mental health and substance use needs. The role supports system integration, standardized clinical practice, and improved quality of care across the continuum.Operating within a dyad leadership model, the Co Lead shares accountability for PCN strategy, planning, and performance, contributing to a unified provincial approach to mental health and addictions care.About the Provincial Clinical NetworkProvincial Clinical Networks support alignment of care across regions and sectors, reduce variation in practice, and enable evidence-informed innovation and system improvement. They function as integration and coordination mechanisms rather than operational management structures.This PCN supports implementation of the Compassionate Intervention model and serves a population with complex psychiatric and substance use comorbidities requiring coordinated, cross-system care.Role SummaryThe Psychiatrist Co Lead provides leadership across psychiatric standards, clinical pathways, and system integration, ensuring coordinated and high-quality care across services and sectors.Key Responsibilities:Leadership and System IntegrationIn partnership with PCN leadership and system stakeholders,



the Co Lead will:Co lead development and implementation of PCN vision, priorities, and workplansSupport alignment of psychiatric care across emergency, inpatient, and community settingsIdentify cross-sector gaps and support integrated system solutionsContribute to governance, reporting, and stakeholder engagementClinical Leadership (Psychiatry)The Co Lead provides provincial psychiatric leadership by:Advancing standards for psychiatric assessment and careSupporting development and implementation of care pathways across settingsPromoting integrated approaches to concurrent disorder careSupporting alignment between psychiatric and addiction care servicesSystem Integration and StandardizationAligning clinical standards and practices across working groups and care pathwaysSupporting development of standardized assessment frameworks and care modelsContributing to transition, discharge, and continuity of care approachesNetwork Development and EngagementThe Co Lead supports a connected and collaborative network by:Engaging psychiatrists, clinicians, and interdisciplinary teams across settingsFacilitating collaboration across psychiatry, emergency, community,



and addictions servicesSupporting communities of practice and knowledge exchangeCollaboration with Provincial Working GroupsProviding psychiatric expertise across relevant working groupsEnsuring clinical alignment and integration of PCN outputsSupporting provincially implementable approaches to care designQuality Improvement and EvaluationThe Co Lead contributes to system improvement by:Supporting evidence-informed practice and knowledge translationContributing to evaluation of patient outcomes and system performancePromoting continuous quality improvement and learningCulture and LeadershipThe Psychiatrist Co Lead demonstrates leadership that fosters a cooperative, inclusive, and patient-centered culture aligned with PCN and Saskatchewan Health Authority values.The role supports a culture of clinical excellence, shared accountability, and continuous improvement by enabling meaningful engagement across clinical disciplines and sectors. Through mentorship, influence, and relationship-building, the Co Lead promotes innovation, supports system transformation, and contributes to a respectful and high-performing environment focused on improving patient outcomes and system effectiveness.ScopeAccountabilities:Clinical leadership and system alignmentProvincial coordination and integrationQuality improvement and practice changeNot in Scope:Operational management or staffingBudget or resource controlJob QualificationsRequired:Licensed (or eligible) Psychiatrist in SaskatchewanDemonstrated expertise in inpatient psychiatry, concurrent disorders, and high-acuity populationsExperience in clinical leadership and system-level initiativesPreferred:Experience in addiction psychiatry or concurrent disorder careExperience in provincial or multi-site leadershipFamiliarity with system flow and care transitions across settings #J-18808-Ljbffr

📌 Psychiatrist Co Lead – Provincial Clinical Network – Mental Health & Addictions (Saskatoon)
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