The successful candidate will provide Addiction Medicine services to clients requiring care for substance use disorders, including opioid and alcohol use disorders. The Rapid Access Addiction Clinic (RAAC) serves the Nanaimo area and provides walk-in or referral service.
Services at the RAAC are provided as part of a multidisciplinary team to outpatients. Physicians agree to provide consults by phone and in person for patients associated with the clinic 5 days per week. Assessment, diagnosis and management of patients with moderate to severe and complex substance use along with the initiation of opioid agonist therapy or anti-craving medications are expected as part of this role. Thorough documentation, robust discharge planning, and connecting patients to longer term services is the goal of the RAAC.
Island Health is affiliated with the UBC Faculty of Medicine Island Medical Program, and the successful candidate will be required to provide teaching and training to medical students and residents. A clinical faculty appointment at UBC will be required, and assistance in applying for a faculty appointment can be provided.
Start Date
As soon as possible
Community
Located on the eastern shore of Vancouver Island on the unceded and traditional territory of the Snuneymuxw, Snaw-naw-as, and Stzuminus people, Nanaimo is a vibrant community rich in history and culture. The city is home to over , residents, making it one of the largest urban centers on the island. Nanaimo boasts a dynamic economy and a thriving arts scene, all set against the backdrop of its stunning waterfront and lush forests. This forward-thinking city places a strong emphasis on sustainability and community well-being, fostering an inclusive environment for all its residents. Families have access to a variety of education options through the Nanaimo-Ladysmith School District, along with various independent schools. For those pursuing higher education, Vancouver Island University provides a range of esteemed programs that contribute to the city’s reputation as an educational hub.
Rapid Access Addiction Clinic - Addiction Medicine Physician 200-1859 (Permanent Specialty) • Nanaimo, BC, CA
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