Psychiatrist - Geriatrics

Interior Health Authority; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A regional health authority in Kamloops is seeking professionals for a mental health facility. The role involves providing comprehensive geriatric psychiatric care and supporting transitions in care with a trauma-informed approach. Opportunities for leadership development and engagement in teaching and research are available. Apply now to enjoy a unique lifestyle in an engaging community.

Responsibilities

• Comprehensive geriatric psychiatric care for adults with neurocognitive disorders.
• Use trauma-informed and palliative approaches, supporting transitions in care.

Job description

Overview

Hillside Centre is a 47-bed tertiary mental health facility in Kamloops, BC, serving adults and older adults with complex psychiatric needs across Interior Health. This rare opportunity offers a diverse, regional scope of practice within an inter-professional team.

Responsibilities

• The role involves comprehensive geriatric psychiatric care, including managing severe neurocognitive disorders.
• Using trauma-informed and palliative approaches, and supporting transitions in care.

Opportunities

• Leadership development opportunities through Interior Health’s NAVIG8 Program.
• Opportunities for teaching, research, and integration with acute, community, or long-term care settings.

How to apply

Apply today to live, work, and play where others only vacation! It's better here!

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