Planning for academic sessions is coordinated across all sites of the program. An Evidence Based Medicine course and a Scholarship Skills course are mandatory for the first year. Physician Management courses and ethics courses are provided. Written and Simulated Office Oral Exam preparation is provided.

University of Saskatchewan - Family Medicine - Prince Albert

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University of Saskatchewan – Family Medicine – Prince Albert

Family Medicine

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Dr. Sheila Smith

Program Director

Heidi Brown

Program Administrative Assistant

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Program Highlights

Lots of hands-on experience and procedures
Excellent Obstetrics experience over the two years
Strong rural focus in program — doing a total of 30 weeks of training in rural sites over the two years
Fewer learners (Royal College) in PA with lots of one-on-one teaching from preceptors
Longitudinal ER experience throughout the two years
Friendly and collegial environment for residents, preceptors, and allied health professionals
Great exposure to Addictions Medicine, Indigenous Health, and vulnerable populations.
PA is the gateway to the north — close to the lakes and forests with year-round outdoor activities
Big city shopping and amenities but small-town living
Excellent support from Site Director and Site Administrator

General Information

Our mission is to create, teach, and develop the knowledge, skills, and attitudes specific to the discipline of Family Medicine. We will work to optimize health by demonstrating excellence and innovation in service, education, and scholarly activity. We will provide university, hospital, and community-based education consistent with the principles of Family Medicine. We will focus our efforts on working with communities in response to their health needs.

Residents are provided 20 vacation days per year
NRP is provided by the program
There is ample opportunity to teach medical students
Very competitive resident salaries
CMPA insurance is paid by the University of Saskatchewan
Annual Resident Retreat

Salary Information

Post graduate salaries and benefits differ by province and are determined by two things: your training year, and the province you work in. See below the salaries and benefits for University of Saskatchewan - Family Medicine - Prince Albert.

Saskatchewan
Gross annual PGY-1 Salary	$61,635
Gross annual PGY-2 Salary	$67,217
Gross annual PGY-3 Salary	$72,794*
Gross annual PGY-4 Salary	$78,348*
Gross annual PGY-5 Salary	$83,860*
Gross annual PGY-6 Salary	$89,359*


Educational Leave	Minimum 7 days with pay, 12 Maximum
Annual Vacation	4 weeks
Meal Allowance	n/a
Frequency of Calls	1:4 in-house (if in excess of 1:4 paid $196/period from 1700-0800 weekdays and $249 from 0800-0800 weekends)* 1:3 out-of-house
Maternity Leave / Paternity	In conformity with Sask. Labour Standards Act – 17 weeks max maternity leave and up to 35 weeks parental leave. 5 paid days paternity (can split the 35 weeks parental leave with mother as desired.)
Supplemental Maternity Leave Benefits	15 weeks topped to 90% pay when eligible for Employment Insurance
Provincial Health Insurance	Yes, if registered with Sask. Health
Extended Health Insurance	Blue Cross family coverage, if registered with a Provincial Health Plan
CMPA Dues Paid	100%
Dental Plan	100%
Statutory and Floating Holidays	1.5 times pay or 1/2 pay & day off for stats, plus 6 extra paid days off at Christmas
Long-Term Disability Insurance	Paid premium cost for Disability Insurance
Life Insurance	Paid premium, >$100,000 coverage
Sick Leave	1.25 days per month to maximum 75 days
Provincial Dues (% of salary)	1%
Employee Assistance Program	Two programs available through SMA and University of Saskatchewan
On-Call Stipends	Home Light: per duty period: $72 weekday; $83 weekend In House: per duty period: $166 weekday; $191 weekend ICU/CCU: per duty period: $166 weekday; $191 weekend

Updated August 24, 2022

*Effective January 1, 2021

Term of Collective Agreement – visit http://www.residentdoctorssk.ca/contract/current-collective-agreement for contract details.

Prince Albert

Prince Albert is the third-largest city in Saskatchewan, Canada, after Saskatoon and Regina. It is situated near the centre of the province on the banks of the North Saskatchewan River.

Resident Experience

Current resident

PGY-1

Lots of hands on opportunities & procedures, 1:1 with preceptors, and opportunities for independence.

Frequently Asked Questions

Each resident is required to complete a scholarly project during the two-year residency. Residents are supported by faculty and staff of the Research Division to complete this work. The project must be presented by residents at the annual Resident Scholarship Day and a manuscript must be submitted. All residents are required to complete scholarly academic modules and will have protected time to complete these activities.

Quality improvement and reflection on one’s own practice are important components of the practice of Family Medicine and there is increasing emphasis on this activity. All residents are required to participate in a practice assessment, as set out by their training site.

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