Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist — Inpatient Care & Teaching

Interior Health Authority; Kelowna; On-site; CAD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Kelowna seeks a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist to provide inpatient and outpatient mental health services. The role involves collaboration with clinicians, conducting assessments for youth, and leading programs. Varied opportunities for teaching and leadership development are available in an engaging community setting, ideal for those committed to supporting young patients and their families.

Benefits

Teaching opportunities

Leadership development programs

Qualifications

• Must hold, or be eligible for, licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia.
• Experience in Child and Youth Psychiatry is required.
• Coverage with the Canadian Medical Protective Association is necessary.

Responsibilities

• Perform psychiatric assessments and treatments for patients up to 18 years old.
• Collaborate with community mental health services and family physicians.
• Participate in the general on-call schedule for psychiatric admissions.

Skills

Child and Youth Psychiatry

Patient Assessment

Collaboration with Clinicians

Education

Medical Degree with CPSBC Licensure

Job description

A regional health authority in Kelowna seeks a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist to provide inpatient and outpatient mental health services. The role involves collaboration with clinicians, conducting assessments for youth, and leading programs. Varied opportunities for teaching and leadership development are available in an engaging community setting, ideal for those committed to supporting young patients and their families.