Clinical Psychologist

Apollo Applied Research is a virtual medical clinic offering its patients an accessible path to medical cannabis treatment. We offer effective treatments for many chronic health conditions such as pain, anxiety, sleep disorders, PTSD and more through an evidence-based approach to empower our patients to take control of their overall health. We have a team of experienced health care professionals dedicated to patient care and medical cannabis education. We are actively seeking new and better ways to treat our patients’ illnesses with medical cannabis across Canada.Apollo is a growing organization in the exciting, fast-paced, and evolving industry of medical cannabis. Working at Apollo provides our employees with an atmosphere of ongoing professional advancement opportunities, learning, challenges, and problem solving. Our teams consist of dedicated and empathetic professionals with a diverse set of perspectives, experiences, and collaboration to maximize our collective impact.The OpportunityWe are excited to expand our mental health platform and are searching for an enthusiastic and compassionate Clinical Psychologist to join our highly effective interdisciplinary team. You must be licensed to practice in either British Columbia, New Brunswick or Quebec.Through our published research study on cannabinoids for the management of chronic pain beginning in 2015, patients following Apollo's treatment plan reported 43% less pain and those using opioids halved their dose on average of 26mg/day to 13mg/day in the first month. The study also reported a significant improvement in their mental health.Come join our team of medical cannabis experts who share the same goal of helping patients find the best quality of life. We are happy to send you more details if you're interested in joining our growing group of physicians.Responsibilities Provide efficient assessment, diagnosis, therapy and support to our patients, Veterans of the Canadian Armed ForcesProvide consultation with service providers and collaborate with our existing Psychologists may be requiredPsychological case managements input, recommendations to the interdisciplinary team members regarding patient progress, psycho-social barriers, and conflict managementOther duties as assigned.ExperiencePhD. or PSY.D. in PsychologyCurrent registration with the College in either British Columbia, New Brunswick or QuebecExperience in the field of health psychologyExperience with veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces and their families would be an asset and the ability to establish a positive rapportExcellent verbal and written communication skillsAbility to effectively adapt to changing schedules and prioritiesComfortable with providing support via virtual tools including video and telephoneOther DetailsApollo is a growing organization in the exciting, fast-paced and evolving industry of medical cannabis. Working at Apollo provides our employees an atmosphere of ongoing professional advancement opportunities, learning, challenges and problem solving. Our teams consist of dedicated and empathetic professionals with a diverse set of perspectives, experiences and collaboration to maximize our collective impact.This is a part time position with the opportunity to grow into full-time based out of New Brunswick or Quebec.Apollo Applied Research and Cannabis Clinics takes pride in being an evidence-based organization. Specializing in prescribing medical cannabis to patients across Canada since 2014, they have provided over 120,000 patients with the highest level of care and improved quality of life through access to medical cannabis prescriptions, personalized education and treatment plans, and ongoing support. Apollo’s clinical team, comprised of physicians, healthcare practitioners, and support team share the goal of helping Canadians manage their symptoms safely and effectively.Apollo’s vision is to remain the most trusted cannabis clinic in Canada by providing exceptional patient care, advocacy, and support. Every patient is entitled to a dedicated patient care specialist who educates the patient on their treatment options, develops a comprehensive medical cannabis plan, and acts as the liaison between the patient and medical cannabis producers. As advocates for all our patients’ health, our cannabis educators build exceptional relationships with our patients, ensuring they get everything they need on their medical cannabis journey.Introduce YourselfDidn’t find a job but still interested in exploring a future career with us? Share your information with us so that we can keep you in mind #J-18808-Ljbffr