Family Practitioner/General Practitioner

HealthMatch BC; Nanaimo; Hybrid; CAD 100,000 - 140,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking dedicated GP Psych Physicians to provide essential mental health services in Nanaimo. This role offers a unique opportunity to work collaboratively with psychiatrists, enabling timely patient care for those with mental health and substance use concerns. Physicians will manage their schedules while benefiting from a supportive environment that prioritizes patient needs. Enjoy the vibrant community of Nanaimo, known for its stunning natural beauty and quality of life, while making a significant impact in the lives of patients. Join a passionate team committed to improving mental health outcomes in the region.

Qualifications

• Current CPSBC License and CCFP certification required.
• Experience in mental health care is an asset.

Responsibilities

• Provide mental health services and conduct patient assessments.
• Collaborate with supervising psychiatrist for treatment plans.

Skills

CPSBC License

CCFP Certification

CMPA Membership

Mental Health Care

Collaboration with Psychiatry

Education

Medical Degree

Tools

Cerner EMR

Job description

Status Open Site Virtual care (off-site) or in-person care located at MSHU Services at Brooks Landing.

Position Details

Type of Position: Permanent
Date Range: On Call
Primary Care Network Opportunity

Qualifications, Education and Skills

Requisites

1. Current College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC) License
2. Full Canadian College of Family Practitioners (CCFP) - Mandatory
3. Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) - Mandatory

This opportunity is ideal for Physicians with an interest in providing care for those with mental health and substance use concerns. Additional MHSU training is not required as this is a collaborative position with a supervising Psychiatrist, though additional training or experience is an asset.

The GP Psych Physicians will work in collaboration with Psychiatry to provide mental health services to patients in Nanaimo, conducting patient assessments followed by in-depth reviews with the supervising psychiatrist to develop diagnoses and recommended treatment plans. A consultation report is generated to be sent back to the referring primary care provider.

We welcome you to join other GP Psych Physicians who provide an important service enabling patients with moderate MHSU concerns to be seen sooner rather than remaining on the Psychiatry waitlist. This supportive role has significantly reduced the waitlist for Psychiatry and allowed patients with more urgent/severe conditions to be seen by a psychiatrist in a timely manner. Patients who need further urgent psychiatric care are booked directly with the Psychiatrist.

The GP Psych service is operated through Island Health, Mental Health and Substance Use, with funding and support from the Nanaimo Primary Care Network. Cerner is the Electronic Medical Record used to support patient care.

The Physicians are responsible for the development and management of their schedule, but the contracted shifts for both direct and indirect patient care are expected to overlap with the Psychiatrist’s availability.

There are no after-hours or on-call expectations, and there are no patient attachment expectations in this service.

Start Date

As soon as possible

Community Information

Located on the unceded lands of the Snunéymuxw First Nation, the breathtaking oceanfront urban community of Nanaimo, population 97,000, is a short drive north of Victoria on Vancouver Island’s east coast and just 15 minutes by seaplane to downtown Vancouver.

Nanaimo offers a quality of life second to none, with surrounding waters and beaches of the Salish Sea, and adjacent numerous lakes and rivers providing an idyllic setting for family adventures. Enjoy year-round access to world-class golf courses or visit Mount Washington resort for spectacular winter skiing and summer mountain biking.

This vibrant growing city is home to a diverse collection of writers, artists, and musicians, boasts its own symphony and theater, and offers post-secondary education at Vancouver Island University. Its central location offers day trip opportunities to many arts and music festivals in surrounding villages and islands.

Nanaimo area residents are currently served by Island Health’s Nanaimo Regional General Hospital, a 345-bed acute care facility. The bustling harbour city of Nanaimo is fondly referred to as the “gateway to Vancouver Island,” boasting a diversified economy and serving as a regional center for technology, manufacturing, tourism, retail, health, and government services. Nanaimo offers an attractive quality of life with a family-oriented culture, friendly people, and stunning views. Its residents and visitors enjoy hiking, kayaking, golfing, biking, and swimming, as well as world-class scuba diving and snorkeling.