Saskatchewan Medical Association Looking for Team Lead, Insurance at Saskatoon, SK Full Time

Team Lead, Insurance

The SMA (www.sma.sk.ca) is a voluntary, member-based, professional association for physicians, medical students and residents in the province and it is the provincial chapter of the Canadian Medical Association. As the trusted voice of Saskatchewan’s 2,600 practicing physicians, the SMA negotiates for and on behalf of our doctors; supports the educational, professional, economic and personal well-being of physicians; and advocates for a high-quality and patient-centred, health-care system.

We have an exciting opportunity for a full-time, permanent Team Lead, Insurance to join our growing team! Reporting to the Director, Membership, Insurance & Benefits, the Team Lead, Insurance provides strategic management of SMA Insurance administration and advisory services. The Team Lead, Insurance creatively develops new and innovative delivery of superior member experiences through leading-edge insurance advisory services, administration, education, tools, and resources. The Team Lead, Insurance has specialized expertise in insurance policy and administration, and keeps informed on emerging developments, industry trends, and regulatory requirements.

This position is based on-site at our office in Saskatoon, SK, with a voluntary hybrid work option allowing remote work from home up to 4 out of 5 days per week subject to approval under our Hybrid Work Arrangement policy.

Key Responsibilities

• Trusted advisor relationship with members on their SMA insurance by recommending SMA insurance products to SMA student, resident and physician members by analyzing, interpreting, and evaluating client data with the goal to understand and provide appropriate insurance solutions. Provide service regarding inquiries, applications, medical underwriting, financial underwriting, certificates, and changes within established parameters. Advocate on behalf of members when necessary.
• Accountable for accuracy and effectiveness of insurance program delivery.
• Assists in developing a compelling long-term vision, operational plans, risk management, and monitoring progress against objectives and Key Performance Indicators.
• Cultivating innovation in the implementation and continual improvement of member insurance digital strategy and leveraging technological efficiencies.
• Leadership through effective performance management, engaged communications, positive work environment, a learning culture and fostering cross-team alignment.
• Leveraging and strengthening relationships with external stakeholders such as insurance companies, University of Saskatchewan, MD Financial, provincial medical associations, resident and student associations, etc.
• Developing educational media and communications to members through seminars, direct consultations, publications, and technology tactics.
• Performs other related duties as assigned by the Director, Membership, Benefits, & Insurance.

Qualifications

• Degree in Human Resources, Commerce, Economics, Finance, Actuarial Science or a combination of experience and benefit certification(s).
• Insurance management experience with 5 to 10 years of progressive responsibility.
• Licensed with the Insurance Councils of Saskatchewan for Accident & Sickness is an asset.
• Familiarity with third-party administration of insurance policy is an asset.

Salary

$90,613- $122,678 per annum commensurate with experience.

Perks & Benefits

• Pension Plan
• Group Benefits Plan including Health, Dental, Disability, and Life Insurance
• Employee and Family Assistance Program (EFAP)
• $400 Annual Employee Wellness Program
• On-Site Gym
• Work/Life Balance – 37.5-hour work week
• 12 Earned Days Off per annum in addition to annual Vacation Entitlement

Are you interest in joining our team? Apply today!

Applications including cover letter and resume can be sent via email directly to [email protected] by end of day January 4, 2023.

The SMA is an equal opportunity employer, and we encourage all qualified applicants to apply.

We thank all interest candidates in advance for their interest; only those candidates selected for an interview will be contacted.

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