Physician, Department of Psychiatry - BC Children's Hospital and University of British Columbia

BC Childrens Hospital; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

BC Children's Hospital is seeking a physician specialized in substance use treatment for youth. The role involves assessing and treating substance use disorders, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams, and engaging in teaching. Join a leading hospital dedicated to patient-centered care and diversity.

Qualifications

• Experience in assessment and treatment of substance use issues.
• Ability to work in a multidisciplinary team.

Responsibilities

• Assess and treat substance use disorders.
• Manage intoxication and withdrawal in various settings.
• Engage in teaching and supervision of medical students.

Skills

Communication

Teamwork

Trauma-Informed Care

Education

Membership with RCPSC

Membership with CCFP

Job description

Physician with Background in Substance Use Treatment

Department of Psychiatry

BC Children's Hospital

University of British Columbia

Vancouver, BC, Canada

The Department of Psychiatry is seeking a physician experienced in working with youth and families struggling with risky substance use to join our expanding substance use service at British Columbia Children's Hospital (BCCH). The Substance Use Response and Facilitation (SURF) Team provides sub-specialty care to children and youth who use drugs and alcohol across the BCCH site.

Position Responsibilities

1. Assess and treat substance use disorders, with or without mental health disorders.
2. Manage intoxication and withdrawal in various settings including Emergency Department, inpatient, and ambulatory services.
3. Collaborate with medical, emergency, ambulatory, and community teams to support patient care.
4. Contribute to evidence-based, trauma-informed care aimed at reducing patient-initiated discharges.
5. Participate in outpatient care for patients referred to the developing SURF clinic.
6. Provide indirect patient support via telephone or virtual support through the BCCH Compass Program.
7. Engage in teaching and supervision of medical students, residents, and fellows.

Qualifications

• Experience in assessment, treatment, and family support for children and youth with substance use issues.
• Desirable: Experience with OAT prescribing.
• Membership or eligibility for membership with RCPSC or CCFP, and CPSBC.
• Ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team and demonstrate a trauma-informed, patient- and family-centered approach.
• Superior communication skills and experience working with substance-using youth.

Application Process

Interested individuals should submit their CV, cover letter, and contact information for 4 referees to:

Roberto Britto Sassi, MD PhD FRCPC

Psychiatrist in Chief, BC Children's Hospital / BC Women's Hospital

BCCH Pediatric Mental Health Chair

Head, Division of Child and Adolescent Psychiatry, UBC

UBC Associate Professor (Partner Track)

Email: [e-mail]

About BC Children's Hospital and UBC

BCCH cares for the most acutely ill children and provides developmental and rehabilitation services throughout BC. It is a leading teaching hospital and research center in partnership with UBC, Canada's third-largest university, ranked among the top 40 globally.

UBC and BCCH are committed to diversity and employment equity, encouraging applications from all qualified candidates, including visible minorities, women, Indigenous persons, persons with disabilities, and LGBTQ+ individuals. Priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents.

We are dedicated to reconciliation and working in partnership with Indigenous Peoples to promote self-determination and implement the Truth and Reconciliation Commission Mandate.