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Addiction Medicine Specialist

2 months ago


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

Nova Scotia Health Authority is seeking a skilled physician to join our Mental Health and Addiction Program at the North Sydney Recovery Support Centre. As a key member of our inter-professional clinical team, you will provide evidence-informed withdrawal management and related mental health and addiction care in an outpatient setting.

Responsibilities
  • Assess and manage substance use disorders, working collaboratively with the clinical team to initiate and monitor withdrawal management protocols.
  • Conduct risk assessments and interventions for suicide, self-harm, or harm to others, and develop and implement care and discharge plans in collaboration with the client, clinical team, and family.
  • Provide trauma-informed and culturally safe care, as well as brief interventions related to substance use and concurrent disorders.
  • Maintain timely, clear, and accurate health records in adherence to Nova Scotia Health documentation policies.
Expected Hours

The successful candidate will work a total of 37.5 hours per week, Monday to Friday, onsite between 8:30 am and 4:30 pm.

Qualifications
  • Current certification in addiction medicine through a recognized professional organization, such as the College of Family Physicians of Canada or the International Society of Addiction Medicine.
  • Active credentials and privileges with Nova Scotia Health Authority.
  • Liability insurance through the Canadian Medical Protective Association.

Clinical experience in practicing addiction medicine is an asset, but not a requirement. Training and mentoring opportunities are available for those with limited or no clinical experience in this setting.