Psychiatrist

Job Description

<p><p>Vacancy #: 2022-23-223931 | Number of Vacancies: 2 | Vacancy Opening For: Specialist | Employment Type: Permanent | Employment Term: Full Time | Posting Date: October 1, 2025 | Closing Date: December 31, 2025 17:59</p><p>Practice Type: Other | Practice Size: 4 | Hours of Work: Fulltime = 464 sessions per year (1 session = 4 hours). Part-time availability will be considered - please contact us for further discussion if interested in part-time work. Clinic open Monday to Friday (excluding statutory holidays), 8 hours per day. Shared after-hours call rotation dependent on staffing. Minimum Potential Salary: $491,576.00 | Maximum Potential Salary: $491,576.00</p><p>Method of Payment: Contract | Method of Payment Description: $1,059.43 per session (464 sessions per year) - as per the Saskatchewan Ministry of Health Medical Services Branch Non-Fee-For-Service Compensation Grid for Psychiatrists. Call Schedule: All Call Schedule Description: Paid per the Specialist Emergency Coverage Program: https://www.ehealthsask.ca/services/resources/establish-operate-practice/Documents/Specialist-Emergency-Coverage-Program-SECP-Updated-November-2019.pdf</p>
<h3>Job Description</h3>
<p>The Saskatchewan Health Authority is seeking a team oriented Psychiatrist to provide a generalized psychiatry service in Weyburn, SK and area. The position provides opportunity to work in broad areas of psychiatry ranging from children and adolescents to a senior population. The psychiatrist will be part of the multidisciplinary team that includes nurses, social workers, and psychologists and addiction counselors. The candidate will provide leadership for the team in a collegial manner and be ready to work with external bodies as required. In addition to regular clinic, the psychiatrist will provide in-patient service, emergency coverage on a rotational basis and travel to satellite clinics to provide services at least once a week as well as support other sites as needed. The position provides integrated mental health and addiction services including at a transitional house in Estevan for addiction, and day hospital in Weyburn.</p>
<h3>Relocation Package</h3>
<p>The successful candidate may be eligible for (depending on program requirements and eligibility):</p>
<ul>
<li>The SMA Retention Fund, which provides financial reward to physicians who practice in the province for extended periods ranging from $7,000 - $14,000 per year</li>
<li>An acceptable criminal record check with vulnerable sector search</li>
<li>Experience providing Generalist Psychiatry services within a catchment model</li>
<li>Demonstrable evidence in multidisciplinary approach of care/management</li>
<li>Understanding of Saskatchewan provincial laws and regulations of commitment and release of the mentally ill under the Mental Health Services Act would be an asset</li>
<li>In accordance with immigration requirements, preference will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents</li>
</ul>
<p>The Weyburn Mental Health Centre has a 10-bed in-patient unit. Extensive community services made up of Child and Youth, Adult and Addiction Services, long-term rehabilitation programs; residential and apartment supportive living programs, group and transitional homes in Weyburn for rehabilitation. Staffing includes mental health therapists, nursing (in-patient and community), social workers, addiction counselors and psychologists.</p>
<p><b>SHA supports a shared commitment to a Representative Workforce</b> 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.</p>
<p><b>Business Address</b>: 808 Souris Valley Road, Weyburn, SK S4H 2Z9</p>
<p>For inquiries about licensure please contact:</p>
<p><b>College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan</b></p>
<p>Weyburn is located in the heart of southeast Saskatchewan. With a rapidly growing population, Weyburn's vibrant economy has created opportunities for people from all over the world to visit, live and do business.</p></p>
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