Psychiatrist - Geriatrics

Interior Health Authority; Kamloops; On-site; CAD 100,000 - 220,000; Part time

Job summary

Join a leading healthcare provider as a geriatric psychiatrist in Kamloops. Your specialized skills will enhance the lives of seniors through comprehensive psychiatric support, bridging healthcare disparities. Enjoy a fulfilling career while making a lasting impact on the community.

Qualifications

• Specialized skills in geriatric psychiatry.
• Experience with moderate to severe psychiatric diagnoses.

Responsibilities

• Manage care for elderly patients in a 30-bed inpatient unit.
• Provide consultation-liaison psychiatry and psychosocial support.

Skills

Empathy

Insightfulness

Leadership

Job description

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Be at the forefront of elevating support for the aged in the Thompson-Okanagan. As a geriatric psychiatrist at Royal Inland Hospital (RIH) and the Kamloops Mental Health & Substance Use (KMHSU) centre, your specialized skills and compassionate approach will be key to providing unparalleled treatment to the elderly population. In this essential position, you’ll serve as a critical resource for aging populations, managing their care on the newly established 30-bed inpatient unit at RIH and through consultation-liaison psychiatry. Your role will be instrumental in enhancing the lives of seniors, guiding them through their unique mental health journeys with dignity and respect. At KMHSU, you’ll contribute to the Seniors Mental Health Program, offering short-term assessment and treatment for moderate to severe psychiatric diagnoses, including major neurocognitive disorders. Your expertise will support case management for those with extreme and persistent conditions, reflecting your deep commitment to this vulnerable population. Through virtual services and in-person visits, you’ll expand access to healthcare for both local and rural communities beyond traditional clinical settings. These opportunities will emphasize the importance of your role in bridging disparities and ensuring that comprehensive psychiatric support is accessible to all seniors, regardless of their location. Your unique strengths will be pivotal in navigating the complexities of geriatric psychiatric conditions, employing advanced pharmacological treatments, and providing psychosocial support. Educating patients, their families, and care networks is an essential part of your work, fostering understanding and better management of geriatric mental health issues. Your dedication to educational excellence could lead to mentorship opportunities with peers, medical undergraduates, postgraduate Family Practice residents, and even an academic appointment with UBC’s Faculty of Medicine. We’ll support your leadership and professional development, recognizing that your growth will enhance our collective mission in geriatric psychiatry. In this role, you’re not just treating conditions; you’re also improving the quality of life for the elderly, marking a profound impact on the community. Your contributions to geriatric psychiatry will not only advance patient care but will also offer you a fulfilling professional journey, enriching both your career and personal satisfaction. Here, your work will leave a lasting legacy, transforming geriatric care in Kamloops and beyond. Shape the Future of Healthcare: Begin Your Legacy Here If you’re an empathetic and insightful geriatric psychiatrist, elevate your career at Royal Inland Hospital, where your expertise can change lives. Apply today to live, work and play where others only vacation! Email your CV to Physician Recruitment today. It's better here! Are you interested in practicing at RIH, but prefer part-time hours? We welcome your preference for balance and flexibility! We recognize the vital role of talented geriatric psychiatrists, even on a part-time basis. Step In, Stand Out: Make a Difference as a Locum Come for a locum and contribute to healthcare advancements that enhance your skills and patient care. Reach out to Dr. Michael Weitzner to find out more.

Seniority level

• Seniority level

  Entry level

Employment type

• Employment type

  Part-time

Job function

• Job function

  Health Care Provider

• Industries

  Hospitals and Health Care

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