Psychiatrist
Location: Western Memorial Regional Hospital

Psychiatrist (2 positions available)
Western Zone - Salaried Physicians
Permanent Full-time
Hours
80 hours biweekly plus on-call obligations

Salary The Specialist Salary Scale ranges from $263,672 - $285,596 as outlined in the current Memorandum of Agreement (MOA).
Competition Number VAC0003209
Posted Date 2024-10-30
Closing Date Open until filled.
Demands, duties, qualifications

About: NL Health Services offers the full continuum of health and community services including public health, long-term care, community services, hospital care and unique provincial programs and services. NL Health Services prides ourselves on providing the highest quality care and service possible to the people in our communities, in our region, and in the province. To do that, we employ qualified, competent, and caring individuals who are dedicated to their professions and to our vision of Healthy People, Healthy Communities.

Western Zone, situated on the scenic west coast of Newfoundland and Labrador, is seeking the services of a salaried Psychiatrist for Western Memorial Regional Hospital (WMRH), Corner Brook, Newfoundland. This position is one of eight (8) responsible for Psychiatry Services at WMRH. The position requires demonstrated experience working within an interprofessional practice model, and experience working in inpatient and outpatient settings. Experience working with patients with complex needs and treatment resistance would be an asset. On call is scheduled on an equitable basis with the other members of the Discipline.

Western Memorial Regional Hospital, a brand new, state of the art, acute care hospital opened in June 2024, is a 164-bed regional referral centre for Western Newfoundland and provides services to a population base of approximately 80,000 people.

Qualifications Required: Eligible for licensure as a Psychiatrist with The College of Physicians and Surgeons of Newfoundland and Labrador (CPSNL), Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada certified or eligible and satisfy the credentialing requirements of Western Health's Discipline of Psychiatry.

Remuneration: The Specialist Salary Scale ranges from $263,672 - $285,596 as outlined in the current Memorandum of Agreement (MOA). The Department of Health and Community Services in accordance with Provincial Guidelines will officially determine a Physician's step assignment with yearly progression thereafter.

An annual Retention Bonus is offered in accordance with the current MOA. Additionalbenefits are available.

Available Incentives:
Physician Signing Bonus $150,000 with $25,000 top up
Come Home Incentive - $100,000 (if eligibility criteria are met)
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Corner Brook: Living and working in Corner Brook provides the opportunity to have an exceptional work-life balance. The western region of Newfoundland and Labrador offers the best of options for those who enjoy the outdoor lifestyle. Within minutes from Western Memorial, you have access to two golf courses, hiking and biking trails. Nearby you will find areas to salmon fish, kayak, and in winter, downhill and cross-country skiing and snowmobiling. In about an hour's drive, you will be on the doorstep of the world-renown Gros Morne National Park. Corner Brook also offers a thriving arts community and top-notch sporting and recreational facilities.

Bring your skills and knowledge to this unique and remarkable part of the world. You can make a difference and grow your career here! Extraordinary every day www.workinhealthnl.ca

A resume, supporting documentation and the names of three references are required. Applicants who do not provide the necessary documentation as outlined on this job posting will not be considered.

Interested applicants are asked to apply through Service Now. Only applications received through Service Now will be processed. Please visit the Careers page on NL Health Services, Western Zone's website, below, for more information.

Recruiter Name: Kent Aitken, [email protected] or [email protected]