Psychiatrist

Job Description

Regional Psychiatrist

Permanent Full Time; Salaried

Location : Regional based in Happy Valley - Goose Bay

The Labrador-Grenfell region is an exciting and diverse place to live and work. The region offers an abundance of outdoor activities, spectacular scenery and a very safe family environment.

For more information regarding Labrador-Grenfell Health and practicing in Newfoundland and Labrador please visit the following websites : www.

lghealth.ca and www.practicenl.ca.

We are currently seeking the services of a permanent, salaried Psychiatrist to join our multidisciplinary team consisting of Family physicians, Mental Health Counselors, and other allied health professionals at the Labrador Health Centre in Happy Valley-Goose Bay, NL.

Qualifications :

Applicants must be eligible for registration and licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Newfoundland and Labrador;

the criteria for licensure are outlined on the CPSNL website (www.cpsnl.ca).

Applicants must satisfy credentialing requirements for Labrador-Grenfell Health.

Earned Medical Degree.

Work experience is an asset.

A satisfactory record of work performance and attendance.

A satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local police authority.

Duties : (Included but not limited to)

Psychiatric evaluation, treatment planning and medication management services.

Provision of Consulting Services for the Labrador-Grenfell Health region.

Ambulatory care clinics in our three main facilities - Labrador Health Centre, Charles S. Curtis Memorial Hospital and Labrador West Health Centre.

These services will be provided by Tele-medicine link and in person visiting clinics.

This position will help to support mental health services throughout the Labrador Grenfell Health.

Coverage of on call commitments for Psychiatry.

The successful candidate will work as a part of a Team of physicians and other staff to provide the required services identified above.

The successful candidate must demonstrate an awareness of and be responsible for promoting and supporting person-and family-centered care, demonstrate a commitment to safety and partner with all team members to improve worker and patient safety by integrating safety into work practices, identifying risks and implementing improvements.

Salary :

$220, 147 - $262, 714 (Remuneration will be in accordance with the Memorandum of Agreement for salaried physicians in Newfoundland and Labrador).

Incentives :

• Approved relocation expenses with a two year commitment to our Health Authority.
• Applicable Labrador Allowance.
• Temporary Accommodation available.
• Salaried Retention Bonus.
• Employer-Sponsored RRSP.
• A Competitive Benefits Package.

Hours of Work : 75 hours Bi-weekly.

75 hours Bi-weekly.

Please send applications with curriculum vitae and names of three references, stating competition number 2021000473N, to :

Michael Jones, Regional Director of Medical Services

Labrador-Grenfell Regional Health Authority

Email : [email protected] Tel : 709-454-0519

Apply online at https : / / www.careers.lghealth.ca /

Posting Date : October 5, 2021

Closing Date : Open Until Filled

In accordance with Canadian Immigration regulations, priority will be given to Canadian citizens and permanent residents of Canada.

Labrador-Grenfell Health Values Diversity and is an Equal Opportunity Employer

Labrador-Grenfell Health is a Smoke and Scent Free Organization