Psychiatrist

Job Description

General Adult Psychiatrist
Mental Health & Addictions Program
Locum (2 Positions)
Location: Labrador Grenfell Zone - Labrador Health Centre

The Labrador-Grenfell Zone is an exciting and diverse place to live and work. The region offers and abundance of outdoor activities, spectacular scenery, and a very safe family environment. For more information regarding the Labrador-Grenfell Zone and practicing in Newfoundland and Labrador please visit the following websites: and Work in Newfoundland and Labrador Health )

Qualifications:
" Applicants must be eligible for registration and licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Newfoundland and Labrador; the criteria for licensure are outlined on the CPSNL website )
" Applicants must satisfy credentialing requirements for NL Health Services
" Previous work experience is an asset
" A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance

Duties: (Included but not limited to):
" Psychiatric evaluation, treatment planning and medication management services
" Provide acute care support to the regional 6-bed Mental Health unit in Happy Valley-Goose Bay as part of a collaborative team of physicians and other health professionals
" Provision of consultation services for Labrador-Grenfell Zone
" Provision of outpatient clinics in our three main facilities-Labrador Health Centre, Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital and Labrador West Health Centre. These services will be provided virtually and in-person
" This position will support mental health services throughout the Labrador- Grenfell Zone, including the FACT teams
" Participation in the on-call system
" The successful candidate will work as part of team of physicians and other staff to provide the required services identified above
" The successful candidate must demonstrate an awareness of, and be responsible for, promoting and supporting person-and family-centred care, demonstrate a commitment to safety and partner with all team members to improve worker and patient safety by integrating safety into work practices, identifying risk and implementing improvements
" Consults with clients, psychiatrists, physicians, and other members of the multi-disciplinary team to ensure appropriate plans of care are developed, implemented, and monitored
Salary:
" Renumeration will be in accordance with the Memorandum of Agreement for salaried physicians in Newfoundland and Labrador

Incentives:
" Costs related to the following will be covered by the employer:
" licensing and registration fees
" travel/flights
" rental car
" accommodations and
" per diem meal rate

Hours of Work:
" 70-hours Bi-weekly.

Please send applications with curriculum vitae and names of three references, stating competition number N, to

Michael Jones, Regional Director of medical Services
Labrador-Grenfell Zone
Apply online at
Posting Date: May 30, 2023
Closing Date: Open until Filled

In accordance with Canadian Immigration regulations, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.