Addiction Medicine Specialist

1 day ago


Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada Vancouver Coastal Health Full time

Job Summary

Vancouver Coastal Health is seeking a 0.2 FTE position in Addiction Medicine to join our team of healthcare professionals. As an Addiction Physician, you will work with clients seeking assistance for mental health and substance use disorders.

The successful candidate will have skills in addiction medicine, including medical assessment, withdrawal management, co-occurring disorders, pain management, and opioid agonist treatment. They will also adhere to the guidelines, policies, and procedures set forth by the organization, including harm reduction, trauma-informed, and culturally safe practice.

Qualifications

  • Current College of Physicians of BC (CPSBC) – Full
  • Canadian College of Family Practitioners (CCFP) - Mandatory
  • Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) – Mandatory
  • Eligibility for a faculty appointment with the University of British Columbia, School of Medicine and participation in educational activities is ideal
  • Certification in Addiction Medicine or an eligibility and willingness to pursue certification
  • Experience in prescribing the range of opioid agonist treatment (OAT)
  • A demonstrated ability working as a member of an interprofessional health care team
  • A commitment to participate in new methods in health improvement and care delivery, including shared care

Closing Statement

Interested in applying? Please contact Ben Murphy, Executive Medical Staff Talent Acquisition Advisor, for more information.



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