Position #: 9004029
Expected Start Date: August 18, 2025
Union: OOS
Facility: 1920 College Ave
City/Town: Regina
Department: Staff Safety Operations (Regina)
Type: Full-time temporary
Expected Up to Date: March 26, 2027
FTE: 1
Shift Information: Days, Standby
Hours of Work: 5 shifts of 7.5 hours per 1 week
Relief: No
Float: No
Field Hours: No
Salary or Pay Band: As per Terms and Conditions of Employment
Travel Required: Yes
Job Description: Reporting to the Manager Quality & Safety, the Safety Consultant is accountable for the application of safety practices and standards to protect, promote and maintain the health & safety of the Saskatchewan Health Authority. The incumbent is also responsible for the implementation of the SHA Management System that would support the existing Safety Program, with the intent of exceeding minimum standards in Health & Safety. The Safety Consultant is a key role within the Saskatchewan Health Authority (SHA) Quality & Safety portfolio. The Consultant is responsible to ensure consistent application of all patient and staff safety legislation, regulations and practices, quality improvement methodologies and client concern handling. The position is expected to maintain quality and safety as outlined in the SHA Quality & Safety Plan and support the deployment and replication of the SHA Management System throughout the organization. The Consultant may be assigned to support functions and duties related to Patient Safety, Staff Safety, Quality Improvement and/or Concern Handling, depending on area of need. The Consultant will participate in and lead efforts to link in with key stakeholders to support safety and continuous quality improvement at all levels of the organization. The Consultant may also be tasked with developing project teams, determining the scope of projects, establishing target dates, monitoring outcomes and providing regular updates. To be successful, the Consultant must effectively work with staff, leaders, physicians to integrate best practices and standards. The Consultant influences the success of system wide improvement and attainment of organizational goals.
Human Resources Exemption: No
Experience :
A minimum of two years experience within a health care facility
Education
Occupational Health and Safety certificate
Occupational Health and Safety diploma
Licenses
Valid Class 5 driver's license
Other Education and Training
Undergraduate degree in a health related field
Undergraduate degree or an equivalent combination of education and experience
Licensed, and in good standing, with regulatory body, if applicable
Competencies
Capability to transform systems: Encourage and support innovation
Analytical skills
Mobilizes people, inspires and leads by example
Critical thinking skills
Knowledge and Abilities
Strong interpersonal skills
Commitment to quality, safety, and improvement striving towards zero harm
Knowledge in applicable legislation and standards
Knowledge in organization's goals, vision, mission and values
Proven ability to collaborate and partner with a wide variety of stakeholders
Knowledge in applicable human resource functions and disciplines
Ability to adapt to and implement change
Knowledge in First Nation and Metis history in Saskatchewan
Commitment to a diverse, representative workforce and cultural safety
Knowledge in the Saskatchewan health care system
Knowledge in the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Calls to Action
Exemplifies ethical practices, professionalism and personal integrity
Ability to lead and coach others
Committed to delivering on patient and family centred care
Other Information
Travel within Saskatchewan
For more information on the city of Regina please visit https://www.regina.ca/
A combination of applicable education/training & experience will be considered
