Psychiatry

Northern Health - BC; Smithers; On-site; CAD 200,000 - 250,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Collaborative work environment

Meaningful care in a beautiful setting

Support from experienced professionals

Job summary

Northern Health - BC is looking for a dedicated psychiatrist for their Community Mental Health Team in Smithers, BC. In this role, you will collaborate with family physicians, providing expert patient assessments and treatment planning. You will also offer consultations to healthcare professionals and participate in virtual assessments at nearby hospitals. Join a supportive work environment where you can make a meaningful impact on community mental health. Experience in community teams is preferred.

Qualifications

• Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning skills.
• Commitment to patient-centered care and interdisciplinary collaboration.
• Experience working with community mental health teams preferred.

Responsibilities

• Work closely with family physicians for patient assessments and treatment planning.
• Provide ongoing patient-centered consultation and education to healthcare professionals.
• Participate in area-based continuum of psychiatric services.

Skills

Strong clinical assessment skills

Treatment planning

Patient-centered care

Interdisciplinary collaboration

Job description

Are you a dedicated psychiatrist looking to make a meaningful impact in a close-knit community? We are seeking a compassionate and skilled professional to join our Community Mental Health Team in Smithers, BC.

As the Smither's Psychiatrist, you will work closely with family physicians, providing expert patient assessments and treatment planning to support the well‑being of individuals in our community. You will also offer ongoing patient‑centered consultation and education to physicians and interdisciplinary mental health teams, helping to advance effective and collaborative treatment approaches.

Additionally, you will participate in the area‑based continuum of psychiatric services, which includes virtual patient assessments at Ksyen Regional Hospital in nearby Terrace, ensuring seamless psychiatric care across the region.

Why Join Us

• Collaborative and supportive work environment
• Opportunity to provide meaningful care in a beautiful rural setting
• Work alongside experienced healthcare professionals dedicated to mental health advocacy
• Enjoy the natural beauty of Smithers while making a lasting difference in the lives of patients

Qualifications

• Strong clinical assessment and treatment planning skills
• Commitment to patient‑centered care and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Experience working with community mental health teams preferred

If you’re passionate about making a difference in community mental health, we’d love to hear from you! Submit your application and join us in helping individuals thrive in Smithers and beyond.