Physician - Inpatient Withdrawal Management and Outpatient Addiction Treatment
3 weeks ago
The Mental Health and Addiction Program at Nova Scotia Health Authority is seeking a physician to work in a collaborative inter-professional clinical team providing evidence-informed addiction care in an inpatient and outpatient setting. The successful candidate will work in a dynamic environment with a multidisciplinary team to provide comprehensive care to individuals with substance use disorders.
Responsibilities- Assess and manage substance use disorders, including opioid dependence
- Provide medical and psychiatric care to clients
- Develop and implement comprehensive care plans
- Collaborate with the clinical team to provide trauma-informed and culturally safe care
- Participate in inter-professional team case conferences
- Varied hours across the week, with a possibility of full- or part-time options
- Remuneration is hourly
- Current medical license issued by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia
- Liability insurance through the Canadian Medical Protective Association
Clinical experience in addiction medicine is an asset, and training and mentoring opportunities are available for those with limited or no experience in this setting. Ideal candidates will have demonstrated knowledge of the Mental Health and Addiction Program and its services, as well as experience working in a complex system environment.
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Dartmouth, Nova Scotia, Canada Nova Scotia Health Authority Full timeAbout This OpportunityThe Nova Scotia Health Authority is seeking a skilled physician to join our Mental Health and Addiction Program. As a key member of our inter-professional clinical team, you will provide evidence-informed withdrawal management and opioid replacement therapy in an inpatient and outpatient setting.ResponsibilitiesAssess and manage...
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