Psychiatrist, Community Prevention and Addiction Services

Vancouver Coastal Health; Vancouver; On-site; CAD 200,000 - 300,000; Full time

Job summary

Join a forward-thinking healthcare organization as a Psychiatrist, where you will provide specialized consultation for patients facing complex mental health and addiction issues. In this vital role, you'll collaborate with a diverse team of professionals to deliver comprehensive care and innovative treatment interventions. With a commitment to excellence and a focus on community well-being, this position offers a unique opportunity to impact the lives of many while advancing your career in a supportive environment. Embrace the chance to work with a leading health authority dedicated to improving health outcomes and fostering a culture of teamwork and inclusivity.

Benefits

Comprehensive health benefits package

Employer-paid training and leadership development

Wellness supports for employees and families

Award-winning recognition programs

Qualifications

• Must have completed a fellowship in addiction medicine or psychiatry.
• Certification for Injectable Opioid Agonist Therapy is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide expert consultation for patients with addiction and psychiatric disorders.
• Collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to enhance patient care.

Skills

Psychopharmacology

Addiction Medicine

Psychotherapy

Interdisciplinary Team Collaboration

Clinical Care

Education

Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC)

Addiction Medicine or Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship

Eligibility for Clinical Faculty Appointment

Tools

Methadone Licence

Injectable Opioid Agonist Therapy Certification

Job description

Salary

Please refer to the information below for details regarding salary.

Job Summary

Job Title: Psychiatrist, CPAS Consult Service

Work Site: Vancouver General Hospital

Status: Full-Time

Start Date: January 10, 2024

Compensation Type: Fee for Service

Come work as a Psychiatrist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

In accordance with the standards of practice and the established vision and values of Vancouver Coastal Health, the psychiatrist who accepts this position will provide expert concurrent disorders consultation for patients aged 17 and up suffering from a combination of addiction and other serious psychiatric disorders, as well as assist in the enhancement of Quality & Safety and research initiatives. In addition, the psychiatrist will work on the CPAS services providing specialized pain and addiction consultation on various psychiatric and non-psychiatric inpatient units of Vancouver General Hospital & UBCH.

The psychiatrist will collaborate with other psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, psychiatric nurses, social workers, occupational therapists, peer-support workers, patients, and their families to provide comprehensive consultation services. The psychiatrist will serve as a resource in dealing with mental health, pain, and addiction issues and symptom management, with a strong knowledge base in psychopharmacology, including Opioid Agonist Therapy (OAT), and psychotherapy.

The Psychiatrist must have completed a fellowship in addiction medicine or addiction psychiatry, hold a methadone licence, and be certified to provide Injectable Opioid Agonist Therapy (iOAT). Formal pain medicine training is an asset. The psychiatrist will also be involved in innovative treatment interventions and will participate in the training and education of medical students, residents, and other allied health professionals. Active participation in academic activities and clinical care is expected. The psychiatrist should have a good knowledge of community resources.

Service Description:

The psychiatrist will work on the CPAS consult service at VGH & UBCH providing patient-focused care for people with combined pain, addiction, and other psychiatric disorders and their families. Excellence in clinical care will be offered based on the best available evidence with treatment tailored to each person’s individual needs. The clinical program integrates biological treatments (psychopharmacotherapy/OAT) and psychotherapy.

Qualifications

Education, Licensing, & Experience:

• Current College of Physicians of BC – Full
• Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) - Mandatory
• Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC) - Mandatory
• Specialist qualifications in Psychiatry from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
• Successful completion of an Addiction Medicine or Addiction Psychiatry Fellowship Program.
• An active Methadone licence.
• Certified to provide Injectable Opioid Agonist Therapy (iOAT).
• Formal pain medicine training is an asset.
• Eligibility for a clinical faculty appointment with the UBC Faculty of Medicine.
• Demonstrated ability to work as a member of an interdisciplinary mental health team.
• A commitment to participate in new methods in health improvement and care delivery.
• Experience working with complex addiction, pain, and general psychiatric disorders population.
• Experience with academic psychiatry.
• Publications in academic journals.
• Candidates must meet the credentialing requirements of Vancouver Coastal Health.

Closing Statement

Interested in applying? Feel free to reach out to Khuushali Raja, Executive and Medical Staff Talent Acquisition Advisor: [e-mail] or click “Apply Now.”

Please note that a resume and cover letter are required to apply for this position.

As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world-class innovator in medical care, research, and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and 'going first' when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve, and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Comprehensive health benefits package, including MSP, extended health and dental, and municipal pension plan
• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident, and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff, and volunteers

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us, and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams, and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities, and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2024. Thank you for your interest in Vancouver Coastal Health.