Medicentres Canada Inc

Occupational Health Physician - Regina

Medicentres Canada Inc  •  Regina, CA (Onsite)  •  15 days ago
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Job Description



The Occupational Health Physician plays a key role in supporting employer compliance, workforce health, and safe job performance across Saskatchewan’s industrial, construction, mining, energy, and public sector environments. This role provides medical expertise in fitness for duty assessments, medical surveillance, injury management, and regulatory driven occupational health programs aligned with Saskatchewan legislation and national standards.

The physician works collaboratively with nurses, technicians, employers, and safety professionals to deliver consistent, defensible, and timely occupational health services.

Key Responsibilities

Fitness for Duty & Medical Assessments
  • Conduct pre placement, periodic, and return to work medical assessments.
  • Determine medical fitness based on job demands, exposure profiles, and regulatory requirements.
  • Provide clear, defensible medical opinions that support safe job placement and employer compliance.
  • Complete safety sensitive evaluations for high risk industries (mining, construction, energy, transportation).

Medical Surveillance & Regulatory Programs
  • Oversee surveillance programs required under Saskatchewan OHS Regulations, including:
  • Noise induced hearing loss monitoring
  • Respiratory protection programs
  • Hazard specific monitoring (silica, asbestos, lead, chemicals)
  • Confined space and working at heights medical clearance
  • Interpret results and provide recommendations consistent with CSA, OHS, and industry standards.
Injury Management & Return to Work
  • Assess work related injuries and illnesses with a focus on early intervention and functional recovery.
  • Provide medical guidance to employers, WCB, and case managers.
  • Support graduated return to work planning and restrictions based on functional capacity.

Occupational Testing Oversight
  • Provide medical oversight for:
  • Audiometry
  • Spirometry
  • Vision screening
  • Drug & alcohol testing (including MRO review if certified)
  • Respirator fit testing
  • Ensure testing meets regulatory and clinical quality standards.
Clinical Governance & Quality Assurance
  • Maintain accurate, defensible medical documentation.
  • Ensure compliance with Saskatchewan College of Physicians and Surgeons standards.
  • Participate in policy development, clinical audits, and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Provide medical leadership to multidisciplinary OH teams.
Employer & Stakeholder Collaboration
  • Consult with employers, safety professionals, and HR teams on occupational health risks.
  • Provide guidance on job demands analysis, exposure control, and workforce health trends.
  • Support education initiatives related to workplace health and safety.

Qualifications
  • MD or equivalent; licensed (or eligible for licensure) with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Saskatchewan.
  • Experience in occupational medicine, family medicine, emergency medicine, or internal medicine.
  • Additional training in occupational health (e.g., OEM, CCFP OH, or equivalent) is an asset.
  • Knowledge of Saskatchewan OHS Regulations, CSA standards, and WCB processes.
  • Strong communication skills and ability to provide clear, defensible medical opinions.

Skills & Competencies
  • Clinical decision making grounded in regulatory and job demand requirements.
  • Ability to work collaboratively with multidisciplinary teams.
  • Strong documentation and reporting skills.
  • Understanding of industrial work environments and exposure risks.
  • Commitment to timely service delivery and employer partnership.

Work Environment
  • Clinic based with potential for on site or mobile service delivery.
  • Collaboration with nurses, technicians, and administrative teams.
  • May involve travel to employer sites across Saskatchewan.
Medicentres Canada Inc

About Medicentres Canada Inc

Over three decades ago, two Edmonton physicians had the vision to bring accessible health care to Albertans on a non-appointment, extended hour basis. Making that vision a reality, in 1979 they established Medicentres, which is now the largest group of medical clinics in Western Canada.

Medicentres continues to grow and evolve. We now have 30 walk-in clinics in 8 Canadian cities with over 300 employees including nurses, receptionists and associated health care personnel and almost 200 practicing physicians. Many of our walk-in clinics now include a variety of specialists who work in consult with our family physicians.

Our physicians care for patients in a traditional family practice through scheduled appointments, and on a walk in basis while also providing episodic care through our Fastrack Program. Designed to deal with minor injuries and medical issues, prescription refills and immunizations, the Fastrack Program provides you with the next available appointment.

Employers will find assistance for their workers through Occupational Injury Services, pre-employment physicals and drivers’ exams. We also provide Immigration physicals and a host of other uninsured services.

Each year, thousands of patients visit our clinics, and have come to depend on Medicentres to deliver quality health care for everyone.

Industry
Healthcare & Social Services
Company Size
51-200 employees
Headquarters
Edmonton, CA
Year Founded
Unknown
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