Psychiatry

Health Match BC; British Columbia; On-site; CAD 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

An established healthcare provider is seeking a dedicated Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist to join a vibrant community on Vancouver Island. This full-time role involves developing innovative mental health programs, including telepsychiatry outreach and consultation services. You will have the opportunity to train medical students and residents while participating in research initiatives. Enjoy the benefits of administrative support and a collaborative work environment, all while living in a family-friendly community with access to beautiful outdoor activities and cultural opportunities. This is a unique chance to make a significant impact in child mental health care.

Benefits

Administrative support

Office space for assessments

Research participation opportunities

Qualifications

• Experience in child and adolescent psychiatry with a focus on community health.
• Ability to provide telepsychiatry services to underserved areas.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric input and support for program development.
• Consult with pediatric services and participate in mental health programs.

Skills

Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

Telepsychiatry

Consultation Skills

Education

Medical Degree (MD)

Residency in Psychiatry

Job description

The Central Island Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Program (CICAPP) has an opening for a full-time Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist to provide input and support for the development of several new components to the program including:

1. Telepsychiatry Outreach to underserviced areas of Vancouver Island
2. Consultation to the Pediatric Ambulatory Care Service at Nanaimo Regional General Hospital (NRGH)
3. Mental Health Day Program for children
4. Early Psychosis Intervention Program

Additional duties will include consultation/liaison for admitted children and youth at NRGH, shared with the one other Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist. There may be consultation opportunities with the local Child and Youth Mental Health Team operated by the Ministry for Child and Family Development.

As Island Health is part of the UBC Faculty of Medicine Island Medical Program, there is an opportunity for training medical students and residents, and applying for a clinical appointment is expected.

Participation in research is strongly encouraged and facilitated by Island Health.

Community Information

Nanaimo is a growing, vibrant, and family-oriented community that enjoys access to abundant outdoor activities, with proximity to Victoria as well as Vancouver—reachable by a 90-minute ferry or a 20-minute seaplane ride.

The community of 85,000 offers a wide variety of cultural and educational opportunities, including an 800-seat waterfront theatre, Vancouver Island University, and adjacent renowned private school options.

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Terms

Compensation

Compensation Type: Alternative Payment Arrangement

Benefits and Incentives

Other Benefits / Incentives: Administrative support and office space for assessments provided.