Psychiatrist, Psychiatric Assessment Unit
7 months ago
Salary
Please refer to the information below for details regarding salary.
Job Summary
Job Title:
Psychiatrist
Work Site:
Vancouver General Hospital
Status:
Part Time (2-3 full days/week)
Start Date:
To be mutually agreed upon
Compensation Type:
Combination
Come work as a Psychiatrist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)
The Psychiatric Assessment Unit is a 14 bed unit currently located on Segal 6, providing consultations to the Emergency Department that will encompass a comprehensive assessment of the patient (including a detailed risk assessment) and patient focused care for people with psychiatric disorders and their families. It offers excellence in clinical care based on the best available evidence and treatment tailored to each person’s individual needs.
The Psychiatrist will report to the Head and Medical Director, Department of Psychiatry, Vancouver Acute through the Medical Manager, Psychiatric Assessment Unit.
As a Psychiatrist with Vancouver Coastal Health, you will:
Evaluate, diagnose and provide state-of-the-art, specialized inpatient treatment for patients of ages 17 and up suffering from a spectrum of serious psychiatric disorders. Work in collaboration with other physicians, nurses, psychiatric nurses, social workers, patients and their families to provide comprehensive clinical services. Serve as a resource in dealing with mental health issues and symptom management with a strong knowledge base in psychopharmacology and psychotherapy. Be involved in innovative treatment interventions and participate in the training and education of medical students, residents and other allied health professionals. Actively participate in academic activities and clinical care. Participate in on-call.
Qualifications
Education, Licensing, & Experience:
A Medical Degree, and eligibility for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) – Mandatory Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC) – Mandatory Specialist qualifications in Psychiatry from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Eligibility for a clinical faculty appointment with the UBC Faculty of Medicine. Experience working with a General psychiatric disorders population of varying complexity. Experience with academic psychiatry.Knowledge & Abilities:
A demonstrated ability working as a member of an interdisciplinary mental health team A commitment to participate in new methods in health improvement and care delivery A demonstrated ability/understanding of implementing harm reduction practice in action Excellent knowledge of community resources A demonstrated commitment to education
Closing Statement
Interested in applying? Feel free to reach out to one of the members of our team, Michelle Sylvest, Talent Acquisition Advisor: or click “Apply Now.”
Please note that a resume is required to apply for this position.
As per the current Public Health Orders, as of October 5, 2023, all employees working for Vancouver Coastal Health must be fully vaccinated for COVID-19 or have received a single dose of the most-recent, updated COVID-19 vaccine. Proof of vaccination status will be required.
WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?
VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.
Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staffEquity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We acknowledge and accommodate unique differences and ensure special measures are in place so that all prospective and current employees are given an opportunity to succeed.
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