Specialist

Position #: 9013293

Expected Start Date: August 31, 2026

Union: OOS

Facility: Saskatchewan Health Authority

City/Town: TBD

Department: Executive Director Office - Provincial Surgical Services

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

Education:

• Undergraduate degree or diploma in health, social sciences, or administration or equivalent combination of education and experience
• Licensed and in good standing with professional association and/or regulatory body, if applicable

Experience:

• 3-5 years’ experience in developing and leading innovative planning and programs in a complex, multi-stakeholder environment
   

Other Education and Training

• Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable
   

Knowledge and Abilities

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

Other Information

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