The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) invites applications for a Palliative Care Physician to provide clinical support (0.FTE) across Southeast Areas 1 and 2.The physician will support patients, ...

Full time

The community of Humboldt, located in Southeast Saskatchewan, is seeking a team orientated and professional family physician to join the Humboldt Medical Clinic.The successful candidate will work w...

Job Description

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) invites applications for a Palliative Care Physician to provide clinical support (0.33 FTE) across Southeast Areas 1 and 2.

The physician will support patients, families, and the interdisciplinary team in delivering compassionate, patient-centered care for individuals with life-limiting illness.

Key Responsibilities:

- Provide clinical palliative care services across care settings (hospital, continuing care, and home).
- Participate in scheduled service coverage, including some weekends and statutory holidays.
- Support patients and families through assessment, management, and ongoing care planning.




- Provide guidance and medical direction to members of the interdisciplinary team.
- Participate in home care rounds, case discussions, and family conferences as appropriate.
- Contribute to the development and review of clinical protocols, policies, and care pathways.
- Support education of healthcare providers, patients, and families.
- Participate in quality improvement, program development, and team meetings.
- Maintain timely, accurate, and legible documentation.

Job Qualifications

- Certification with the College of Family Physicians of Canada or the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
- Additional training or experience in palliative care is preferred.
- Eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan.
- Canadian citizenship or permanent residency preferred.
- Willingness to participate in teaching; potential appointment with the University of Saskatchewan.

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📌 Palliative Care Physician Contract - SE 1 and 2 (Humboldt)
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