Salary

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Job Summary

Job Title: Early Psychosis Intervention Program Adult Psychiatrist

Work Site: Lions Gate Hospital

Status: Permanent Part Time

Start Date: To be mutually agreed upon

Compensation Type: Combination

Come work as an Early Psychosis Intervention Program Adult Psychiatrist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

The Early Psychosis Intervention (EPI) program provides comprehensive and evidence-based treatment for young adults (ages 13-30) experiencing early and first episode psychosis. EPI programming emphasizes early identification and treatment to optimize response, reduce impact, and preserve functional and social skills. The program offers services to clients on the North Shore and virtual support for rural and remote communities.

Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH) is seeking expressions of interest from qualified adult psychiatrists for a 0.2-0.4 FTE position at the HOpe Centre. The psychiatrist will assess, diagnose, and provide specialized treatment for clients aged 18-30 experiencing early psychosis. Collaboration with a multidisciplinary team is essential for delivering comprehensive care.

The psychiatrist will work a minimum of 2-4 half-days per week in a blended billing model (Sessional and Fee-for-service). Physicians are responsible for their own billings.

Apply today to join our team!

Qualifications

Education, Licensing, & Experience:

• Current College of Physicians of BC (CPSBC) License - Full
• Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA) - Mandatory
• Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC) - Mandatory
• A Medical Degree and eligibility for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia.
• Eligibility for a clinical faculty appointment with the University of British Columbia, Faculty of Medicine is ideal.
• Candidates must meet credentialing requirements of Vancouver Coastal Health.
• Demonstrated ability working as a member of an interdisciplinary mental health team.
• Experience in working with individuals with early psychosis is an asset.

Closing Statement

Interested in applying? Please note that a resume and cover letter are required to apply for this position. Feel free to reach out to Khuushali Raja, Talent Acquisition Advisor: , or click "Apply Now."

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities.
• Wellness supports, including counselling and innovative wellness services, are available to employees and their families.
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff, and volunteers.
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff.

Equity, diversity, and inclusion are essential to our goals of creating a great place to work and delivering exceptional care. We are committed to building a representative workforce and encourage applications reflecting diversity of sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, racialization or ancestry, disability, political belief, religion, marital or family status, age, and/or status as a First Nation, Metis, Inuit, or Indigenous person. Vancouver Coastal Health is proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Top 100 Employers in 2023.