A physician leader responsible for population‑level health policy, communicable disease control, and health promotion. Medical Health Officers (MHOs) guide emergency response, monitor outbreaks, and work with governments and communities to improve overall well‑being. What You’ll Do

- Lead public health oversight and provide medical guidance.
- Conduct outbreak investigation and risk communication.
- Develop health policies and advocate for community health.
- Partner with leadership, governments, and community organizations.

Prerequisites

- Grade 12 diploma (Regular, Adult 12, or GED).
- Must obtain a medical degree (MD) before entering public health specialty training.

Program Locations Prince Albert, Saskatoon, Regina

Programs

- Biomedical Sciences
- Arts & Science
- Biomedical Neuroscience

University or Post‑Secondary

- University of Regina
- University of Saskatchewan

Education &

Qualifications

- Licensed physician (MD)



with specialized training in Public Health or Preventive Medicine.
- Solid systems thinking, leadership, and communication.

Where You’ll Work

- Public health leadership
- Government health authorities
- Community and emergency response systems

Growth Pathways About NITHA The NITHA Partnership, a First Nations driven organization, is a source of collective expertise in culturally based, cutting edge professional practices for northern health services in our Partner Organizations.

Physical Address Chief Joseph Custer I.R. #201

Peter Ballantyne Cree Nation Office Complex

Main Floor, 2300 10th Avenue West

Prince Albert, SK. S6V 6Z1

Mailing Address Northern Inter-Tribal Health Authority

P.O. Box 787

Prince Albert, SK

S6V 5S4

📌 Medical Health Officer (Prince Albert)
🏢 NITHA
📍 Prince Albert