About this role
Closure Date: Aug 25, 2026 11:59 PM CST
Position #: 9007371
Union: Saskatchewan Government and General Employees Union
Bargaining Unit: SGEU - Saskatchewan Cancer Agency
City/Town: Saskatoon
Facility: Saskatoon Cancer Centre
Department: Supportive Care
Type: Full-time regular
Expected Start Date: Sept 15, 2026
FTE: 1
Shift Information: Days
Number of Hours per Rotation: In a 3 week rotation : 14 shift(s) of 7.77 hours
Salary or Pay Band: Pay Band 5, $31.113 to $36.334 (5 step range)
General Accountability
The First Nations and Mtis Patient Navigator is a critical part of the cancer care team, serving as the primary patient/advocate and liaison. This role is responsible for the coordination and delivery of non-medical services to patients identifying as First Nations and/or Mtis and requesting culturally appropriate advocacy and support through their cancer treatment journey.
In collaboration with health system partners, clinicians and community partners, the Navigator supports the patient as part of the cancer care team. This role also serves as an education/liaison resource for the cancer care team to better understand community and cultural resources.
Qualifications
Education
A level of education, training, and experience equivalent to a degree in a health or social sciences related discipline, and three (3) years recent related experience working in Indigenous healthcare.
Education in Indigenous studies and/or through an Indigenous Educational faculty is considered an asset
Membership
General requirement for membership in the appropriate professional association
Knowledge and Experience
3 years working in applied healthcare or social service delivery
3 years working with First Nations and Mtis communities
Demonstrated leadership in patient advocacy, patient education and program development and evaluation
Experience with or kno...
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Requirements
Compensation Details
Pay Band 5 $31.113 to $36.334 (5 step range) | Pay Band 5, $31.113 to $36.334 (5 step range)General Accountability:The First Nations and Mtis Patient Navigator is a critical part of the cancer care team, serving as the primary patient/advocate and liaison. This role is responsible for the coordination and delivery of non-medical services to patients identifying as First Nations and/or Mtis and requesting culturally appropriate advocacy and support through their cancer treatment journey.In collaboration with health system partners, clinicians and community partners, the Navigator supports the patient as part of the cancer care team. This role also serves as an education/liaison resource for the cancer care team to better understand community and cultural resources.Qualifications:Education:A level of education, training, and experience equivalent to a degree in a health or social sciences related discipline, and three (3) years recent related experience working in Indigenous healthcare.Education in Indigenous studies and/or through an Indigenous Educational faculty is considered an assetMembership:General requirement for membership in the appropriate professional associationKnowledge and Experience:3 years working in applied healthcare or social service delivery3 years working with First Nations and Mtis communitiesDemonstrated leadership in patient advocacy, patient education and program development and evaluationExperience with or kno...For more information on this job, please visit the employer's website.
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