Specialist

Position #: 9014618
Expected Start Date: November 02, 2026
Union: OOS
Facility: Saskatchewan Health Authority
City/Town: Saskatoon
Department: Executive Director Office - Acute Care - Surgical Services Urban
Type: Full-time regular
FTE: 1
Shift Information: Days
Number of Hours per Rotation: 5 shifts of 7.5 hours per 1 weeks
Relief: No
Float: No
Hours of Work: Standard Hours
Salary or Pay Band: As per Terms and Conditions of Employment
Travel Required: Yes
Job Description: The Specialist demonstrates strong leadership to enable an innovative and positive working climate and a client-centric culture. The Specialist must work cross functionally within the portfolio and across the organization to support operations. The Specialist will develop partnerships and work closely with system and community partners. Specialists are responsible for providing provincial program and operational expertise to support the planning, implementation, coordination, and sustainment of services within the Provincial Surgical Services portfolio. The Specialist supports provincial service delivery by developing and implementing standards, coordinating initiatives, providing subject matter expertise, and facilitating collaboration across operational areas and system partners. The Specialist contributes to achieving the Saskatchewan Health Authority's strategic priorities by supporting consistent, evidence-informed practices across provincial service lines.
Human Resources Exemption: No
Experience

• Experience developing and leading innovative programs in a complex environment

Other Education and Training

• Undergraduate degree or diploma in health, social sciences or administration.
• Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable
• Equivalent combination of education and experience is acceptable

Knowledge and Abilities

• Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
• Ability to maintain alignment with strategic priorities
• Has demonstrated ability to coach, mentor and develop others
• Mobilizes people, inspires and sets an example for others
• Knowledge of the healthcare system in Saskatchewan.
• Demonstrates and is recognized for strategic and operational leadership
• Knowledge of the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action
• Commitment to a diverse, culturally competent, culturally safe work environment
• Has demonstrated strong interpersonal and communication skills.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm
• Knowledge of legislation and applicable laws
• Knowledge of First Nations and Metis history in Saskatchewan
• Ability to balance the needs and interests of diverse groups
• Ability to articulate mission, vision and strategy and charts a path forward.
• Has demonstrated strong critical thinking, financial and analytical skills
• Committed to delivering on patient and family centred care
• Promotes innovation, guides change and is committed to continuous improvement

Other Information

• Travel within Saskatchewan
• Valid Class 5 driver's license