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Medical Director

2 months ago

Yarmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full time
About This Opportunity

We are seeking a highly skilled Addiction Medicine Specialist to join our team at the Nova Scotia Health Authority. As a key member of our clinical team, you will provide evidence-informed withdrawal management and related mental health and addiction care in an outpatient withdrawal management setting.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with our inter-professional clinical team to assess and manage substance use disorders, develop and implement care and discharge plans, and provide trauma-informed and culturally safe care.

This is an exciting opportunity to make a meaningful contribution to the health and well-being of our patients and communities.

Responsibilities
  • Assess and manage substance use disorders, including withdrawal management and related mental health and addiction care
  • Work collaboratively with the clinical team to develop and implement care and discharge plans
  • Provide trauma-informed and culturally safe care to patients
  • Develop and implement brief interventions related to substance use and concurrent disorders
  • Maintain timely, clear, and accurate health records in adherence to Nova Scotia Health documentation policies
Qualifications
  • Current medical license issued by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia (CPSNS)
  • Current certification in addiction medicine through one of the following professional organizations: College of Family Physicians Canada (CFPC) Certificate of Added Competence (CAC) for Addiction Medicine (AM), American Board of Addiction Medicine (ABAM) certification, or International Society of Addiction Medicine (iSAM) certification
  • Must hold, or be willing to obtain, active credentials and privileges with NSHA
  • Must maintain liability insurance through the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA)
Community Details

Yarmouth is a vibrant and diverse community located at the southwestern tip of Nova Scotia. Our community offers a unique blend of urban amenities and rural natural beauty, making it an ideal place to live and work. As a member of our team, you will have the opportunity to contribute to the health and well-being of our patients and communities, while also enjoying a high quality of life.