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Pain And Symptom Management And Palliative Care Coordinator at Saskatchewan Health Authority

Saskatchewan Health Authority · Saskatoon, Canada · Onsite

CA$87,443.00  -  CA$109,075.00

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Closure Date:  November 10, 2025, 11:59 PM CST
Position #: 9003942
Union: Saskatchewan Government and General Employees Union
Bargaining Unit: SGEU - Saskatchewan Cancer Agency
City/Town: Saskatoon
Facility: Saskatoon Cancer Centre
Department: Systemic Therapy & Outpatient Services
Type: Casual
Expected Start Date: November 17, 2025
Shift Information: Days
Hours of Work: 0 week rotation 
Multi-Facility: No
Relief: No
Float: No
Field Hours: No
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band 8, $42.04 to $52.44 (6 step range)
 

GENERAL ACCOUNTABILITY:
Under the supervision and direction of the Site Manager, Outpatient Services the Pain and Symptom Management & Palliative Care Coordinator is responsible for providing clinical leadership, support and coordination of care to oncology patients and their families, specifically concerning pain and symptom and palliative care issues.  The Coordinator is responsible for providing consultation and education so that quality pain and symptom management and palliative care services based on best practice and current research is provided to oncology patients.
QUALIFICATIONS:
Education:
  • Bachelor Degree/Diploma in Nursing
  • Certification for Basic Life Saver (BLS)-C
  • Oncology Nursing Certification is an asset
Experience:
  • Five (5) years of nursing experience
Memberships:
  • Licensed with the Saskatchewan Registered Nurses Association (SRNA).
  • Membership with Canadian Association of Nurses in Oncology (CANO) is an asset.
  • Membership with Oncology Nursing Society (ONS) is an asset.
Skills:
  • Communication skills are required to develop and present complex information including written documentation and verbal presentations.
  • Ability to teach and present information to persons over whom the incumbent may have no direct authority.
  • Human relations skills are required to develop formal relationships of a therapeutic nature to assist others in achieving their short or long term goals.
  • Ability and willingness to work cooperatively and effectively with SCA staff members and/or external partners.
  • Initiative and independent judgment required to solve complex problems.
  • Ability to deal with constant emotional stresses related to the high needs of this patient population.
  • Extensive knowledge related to common symptom management issues with this patient population.
  • Knowledge of relevant legislation.
  • Proficiency with a variety of computer systems and software applications.
  • Maintain confidentiality.
  • Knowledge of culturally responsive care for First Nations and Métis people.

 

About Company

Applicants must upload all relevant documents (ex: certificates, diplomas, proof of enrollment, licenses and/or memberships) relating to the qualifications of the position.  By submitting your application, you consent to your application history and talent profile being shared with Human Resources and the applicable hiring team.

Only applicants selected for an interview will be contacted. Those being interviewed are required to bring a valid Criminal Record Check (CRC) to the interview; it must be dated within six (6) months and include a vulnerable sector search. 

We work together to improve our health and well-being. Every day. For everyone.
We are committed to building a representative, diverse, inclusive, and culturally responsive workforce.
We are committed to the Truth and Reconciliation Commissions Calls to Action.
We work in the spirit of truth and reconciliation, acknowledging Saskatchewan as the traditional territory of First Nations and Métis People.

Please note:  Only applications that include all required documentation will be considered.

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Mission: To provide leadership in cancer control for the people of Saskatchewan through prevention, early detection, treatment and research. Vision: A healthy population free from cancer.
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