Psychiatrist - Locum

The Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) - Saskatoon and University of Saskatchewan, Department of Psychiatry is seeking a locum psychiatrist to cover a 1-year term starting December 16, 2024. The primary focus will be on the Mental Health Short Stay Unit (MHSSU) and the Emergency Room (ER). In addition to these primary responsibilities, the role includes duties at the Rapid Assessment Clinic (RAC), handling pooled referrals, and providing Crisis Day Call coverage. This combined quantity of available work for the position offers up to 1.0 Full-Time Equivalent (FTE).

Responsibilities include:

1. Mental Health Short Stay Unit (MHSSU): Provide 14-16 weeks of coverage over the year, typically 1-2 weeks every 6 weeks. Responsibilities include psychiatric assessments, treatment, and management for patients in the short-stay unit.
2. Crisis Day Call Coverage: Provide 50-55 days of coverage throughout the year, generally 1-2 days per week when not assigned to MHSSU. Duties include psychiatric evaluations and crisis intervention during designated day shifts.
3. Rapid Assessment Clinic (RAC) & Pooled Referrals: RAC and pooled referrals are flexible and may be adjusted to accommodate up to a total of 1.0 FTE.

To Apply – The SHA supports a shared commitment to a representative workforce 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.

Interested candidates, please submit your curriculum vitae in confidence to:
Amanda Lee, Specialist Recruitment and Retention
Practitioner Staff Affairs-Saskatoon
Saskatchewan Health Authority
Email: amanda.lee@saskhealthauthority.ca