Family Practitioner, Vancouver Island Regional Correctional Centre - BC Mental Health & Substan[...]

White Spot; Victoria; On-site; CAD 50,000 - 90,000; Part time

Job summary

BC Mental Health & Substance Use Services is inviting applications for a part-time Family Practitioner at the Vancouver Island Regional Correctional Centre. This role involves providing essential health care support to clients in correctional facilities, enhancing primary care access and positively impacting individuals' lives in the community.

Qualifications

• Eligible for provisional or full licensure with CPSBC.
• Certification with the College of Family Physicians is mandatory.

Responsibilities

• Provide quality care and support clients during custody and reintegration.
• Work alongside other health professionals to improve access to health care.

Skills

Communication

Compassion

Teamwork

Education

CPSBC licensure

Certification with the College of Family Physicians

Job description

Family Practitioner, Vancouver Island Regional Correctional Centre

BC Mental Health & Substance Use Services (BCMHSUS)

Regular, Part Time

Victoria, BC

You are a Family Physician seeking to diversify your experience while making a direct impact on people's lives in your community. This part-time opportunity allows you to build your professional practice portfolio in mental health and addictions without the overhead costs of operating a specialty clinic. Enjoy working within an inter-professional team with access to the Electronic Medical Records (EMR) system to support comprehensive patient care. Your good care is someone's future opportunity.

"For the last sixteen years, I have practiced Correctional Medicine and I love it. There is never a dull moment; seeing interesting and complex medical patients in a safe environment. I have excellent nursing and administrative support, work part-time, and really enjoy working as part of a multidisciplinary team. There is no overhead working in the jail and enjoy good remuneration. I would recommend working in Correctional Medicine to anyone with experience in mental health and addictions and who has a desire to make a difference in the lives of inmate-patients."

- Shared by Dr. Margaret Robertson, Family Practitioner

What you'll do

We are seeking a Family Practitioner (FP) at the Vancouver Island Regional Correctional Centre to help improve access to primary health care, mental health, and substance use support for clients in correctional centres. The FP is an integral member of the healthcare team, working alongside other health professionals to provide quality care and support clients during their time in custody and reintegration into the community.

This new model of healthcare offers an opportunity to grow your expertise as a Primary Care Practitioner in a supported environment with multidisciplinary colleagues. Be part of a team where you can live and work in your community, positively influence incarcerated individuals' lives, and see the impact of your work across BC's correctional system.

What you bring

Qualifications:

• Eligible for provisional or full licensure with CPSBC
• Certification with the College of Family Physicians, or equivalent, is mandatory.

Assets:

• Experience with patients with psychiatric illnesses, substance use disorders, and personality difficulties
• Experience in Correctional Health and/or additional certification or training

How to apply

To apply confidentially, send your CV and a letter of interest to:

Heather Finn

Advisor, Talent Acquisition - Physician Recruitment

Email: [e-mail]

Applications will be reviewed immediately. The position remains open until filled.

What we do

BC Mental Health & Substance Use Services (BCMHSUS) provides specialized mental health and substance use services across the province, including at the Forensic Psychiatric Hospital and regional clinics. BCMHSUS also leads system-wide improvements through health promotion, research, and education. BCMHSUS is part of the Provincial Health Services Authority (PHSA).

PHSA manages and evaluates specialized health services to ensure equitable, cost-effective care throughout BC. Our values include respect, compassion, innovation, partnership, and purpose.

Learn more at: jobs.phsa.ca/programs-and-services

PHSA and BCMHSUS are committed to employment equity and a diverse workforce. We support Indigenous Peoples' rights and work towards reconciliation, emphasizing ongoing partnership and respect for self-determination.