Psychiatry
3 weeks ago
LIVE AND THRIVE: MEDICINE AND COMMUNITY IN KAMLOOPS, BC Set amid sandstone canyons, rolling grasslands, and magnificent evergreen woods, Kamloops is a flourishing city of 100,000 with an energetic character set against a stunning natural setting. Known for its welcoming spirit, the city has earned its moniker as the Tournament Capital of Canada, offering big‑city amenities, unique shops, exceptional recreation facilities, and a dynamic arts community. With eight beautiful provincial parks and over 100 lakes nearby, Kamloops offers opportunities for fishing, kayaking, hiking, biking and camping. The region’s warm climate and welcoming people make it an ideal place to settle and thrive. ROLE AND FACILITY INFORMATION Royal Inland Hospital (RIH), a 273‑bed facility serving a population of nearly 250,000, is the primary referral centre for the Thompson‑Cariboo‑Shuswap Health Service Area. The Phil and Jennie Gaglardi Tower, opened in 2022, houses advanced child and adolescent mental health services, a specialized mental health and substance‑use inpatient unit, and a 30‑bed general psychiatric unit (20 general beds, 10 high observation beds, 3 seclusion beds). RIH is a Level‑1 Trauma Centre handling over 250 major trauma cases and 72,000 Emergency Department visits annually. RESPONSIBILITIES Conduct psychiatric assessments and provide treatments for patients up to 18 years old, primarily admitted through the Emergency Department. Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team—including psychiatrists, psychologists, pediatricians, and social workers—to design and refine clinical programs, policies, and procedures. Serve as the Most‑Responsible Physician for patient care during hospital stays, ensuring continuity of care and coordination with community providers. Mentor peers, medical undergraduates, postgraduate Family Practice residents, and UBC‑Okanagan Psychiatry participants, supporting educational excellence and leadership development. Engage in community outreach, providing key support for family physicians, pediatricians, and child & youth mental health services to strengthen the regional healthcare network. COMPENSATION & BENEFITS Compensation Estimated total remuneration for a full‑time child and adolescent psychiatrist: $420,000 – $620,000. Components include fee‑for‑service payments, sessional contracts, and MOCAP level 2. Physician overhead: $0. Benefits and Incentives Vacation leave with flexible scheduling. Relocation funding: $9,000 for moves within BC, $12,000 within Canada, $15,000 for international relocations. Other benefits and incentives will be finalized at the offer stage. EMPLOYMENT TYPE & SENIORITY Seniority level: Mid‑Senior. Employment type: Contract. Job function: Other. Industry: Hospitals and Health Care. APPLICATION PROCESS To apply, please contact Dr. Michael Weitzner at For locum opportunities, reach out for further information. The role remains open; no indication of expiration is noted. EEO STATEMENT Royal Inland Hospital is an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, colour, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or any other protected status in accordance with applicable provincial and federal legislation. #J-18808-Ljbffr
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Psychiatry- General
2 weeks ago
Kamloops, Canada Interior Health Authority Full timePosition SummaryWe are seeking a full-time Neuropsychiatrist or General Psychiatrist with relevant training and experience to join the multidisciplinary team and oversee the 12-bed Neuropsychiatry Unit at Hillside Centre.The responsibilities for this role include, but are not limited to:Provide comprehensive neuropsychiatric assessments for adults with...
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Psychiatry- Neuropsychiatry
2 weeks ago
Kamloops, Canada Interior Health Authority Full timePosition Summary We are seeking a full-time Neuropsychiatrist or General Psychiatrist with relevant training and experience to join the multidisciplinary team and oversee the 12-bed Neuropsychiatry Unit at Hillside Centre. The responsibilities for this role include, but are not limited to: - Provide comprehensive neuropsychiatric assessments for adults...
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Psychiatry- Neuropsychiatry
2 weeks ago
Kamloops, Canada Interior Health Authority Full timePosition Summary We are seeking a full-time Neuropsychiatrist or General Psychiatrist with relevant training and experience to join the multidisciplinary team and oversee the 12-bed Neuropsychiatry Unit at Hillside Centre. The responsibilities for this role include, but are not limited to: Provide comprehensive neuropsychiatric assessments for adults with...
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Psychiatry- Neuropsychiatry
24 hours ago
Kamloops, Canada Interior Health Authority Full timePosition Summary We are seeking a full-time Neuropsychiatrist or General Psychiatrist with relevant training and experience to join the multidisciplinary team and oversee the 12-bed Neuropsychiatry Unit at Hillside Centre. The responsibilities for this role include, but are not limited to: Provide comprehensive neuropsychiatric assessments for adults with...
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Psychiatry
3 weeks ago
Kamloops, Canada Health Match BC Full timeLive and Thrive: Medicine and Community in Kamloops, BC Set amid sandstone canyons, rolling grasslands, and magnificent evergreen woods, Kamloops is a flourishing city of 100,000 with an energetic character set against a stunning natural setting. With its name stemming from the Secwépemc Tk’emlúps, meaning “where the rivers meet,” Kamloops reflects...
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Psychiatry
4 weeks ago
Kamloops, Canada Health Match BC Full timeLive and Thrive: Medicine and Community in Kamloops, BC Set amid sandstone canyons, rolling grasslands, and magnificent evergreen woods, Kamloops is a flourishing city of 100,000 with an energetic character set against a stunning natural setting. With its name stemming from the Secwépemc Tk’emlúps, meaning “where the rivers meet,” Kamloops reflects...
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Psychiatry
4 weeks ago
Kamloops, Canada Health Match BC Full timeLIVE AND THRIVE: MEDICINE AND COMMUNITY IN KAMLOOPS, BC Set amid sandstone canyons, rolling grasslands, and magnificent evergreen woods, Kamloops is a flourishing city of 100,000 with an energetic character set against a stunning natural setting. Known for its welcoming spirit, the city has earned its moniker as the Tournament Capital of Canada, offering...
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Kamloops, Canada Interior Health Authority Full timeRegistered Nurse | Mental Health Inpatient Psychiatry Unit Interior Health is seeking an experienced and dynamic Registered Nurse (RN) or Registered Psychiatric Nurse (RPN) to join our Mental Health & Substance Use (MHSU) Inpatient Psychiatric Unit team at the Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops, BC. If nursing is your passion and you are a reliable, flexible...
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Psychiatry
2 weeks ago
Kamloops, Canada Health Match BC Full timeOverview Kamloops is a flourishing city of 100,000 with an energetic character set against a stunning natural setting. Known for its welcoming spirit, the city is dubbed the Tournament Capital of Canada and offers excellent eateries, unique shops and exceptional recreation facilities. The city’s arts community is vibrant, with events like the Kamloops Film...
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Psychiatry
3 weeks ago
Kamloops, Canada Interior Health Authority Full timeOverview Hillside Centre is a 47-bed tertiary mental health facility in Kamloops, BC, serving adults and older adults with complex psychiatric needs across Interior Health. This locum opportunity offers a diverse, regional scope of practice within an inter-professional team. The role involves comprehensive geriatric psychiatric care, including managing...
