Orthopedic Surgeon – Complex Spine

Posting Date: November 15, 2023

Position profile – The Division of Orthopedic Surgery, Department of Surgery at the University of Saskatchewan and Saskatchewan Health Authority is actively recruiting a full time clinical Orthopedic Surgeon with at least one year of Fellowship training in Complex Adult Spine Surgery.

The position is based at Royal University Hospital in Saskatoon. This is the only Level 1 Trauma and Spine center for Northern Saskatchewan. There are currently two Orthopedic Surgeons and two Neurosurgeons (all Fellowship-trained) providing comprehensive Spine Surgery care to a population of over 700,000 people. The successful applicant will be required to work collaboratively with the Divisions of Orthopedic Surgery and Neurosurgery. The individual will be required to provide excellence in patient care, teaching and research. Clinical or translational research interests are supported. The academic rank will be commensurate with expertise and training. The successful candidate will participate in undergraduate and postgraduate education and multidisciplinary research programs.

The anticipated start date of this appointment is as soon as possible.

Compensation details – Competitive remuneration via Fee for Service (https://www.sma.sk.ca/?page_id=2631)

Benefits – Benefits are the responsibility of the successful candidate

Location of practice – Royal University Hospital, Saskatoon, Saskatchewan
Additional locations of practice can include Saskatoon City Hospital and private surgical centers for third-party work (ex. WCB)

Qualifications/Requirements of the position – Candidates in consideration will hold Royal College certification in Orthopedic Surgery and be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan.

• Saskatoon Community Information
• The University of Saskatchewan
• The Saskatchewan Health Authority

To Apply: 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 – Suite 6740 - Royal University Hospital | 103 Hospital Drive | Saskatoon, SK S7N 0W8
Email: [email protected]