Hospitalist - Department of Psychiatry - Halifax

Nova Scotia Healthcare System • Halifax, NS

5d • Onsite

About The Position

This is an opportunity in Mental Health Hospitalist Medicine. The position would involve a unique team approach to inpatient care where Mental Health Hospitalists provide comprehensive, compassionate high-quality care, which involves patients as active participants in their own care. All aspects of the position would require the physician to work with multi-disciplinary teams in an enthusiastic manner with the capacity for self-direction. This is a 0.95 FTE position, however, we welcome applications from individuals interested in working between 0.5 and 0.95 FTE, in addition to those seeking locum opportunity.

Requirements

• Medical degree and current registration or eligible for registration with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia
• Possession of the College of Family Physicians of Canada (CFPC) designation or equivalent, or eligibility to sit for the CFPC examination
• Excellent decision making and problem-solving skills
• Ability to maintain clear records of patient evaluations and clinical thought process
• Ability to build and maintain effective working relationships
• Must be eligible for medical staff privileges with the Nova Scotia Health Authority

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive, compassionate high-quality care on general psychiatric units.
• Work with multi-disciplinary teams in an enthusiastic manner.
• Maintain clear records of patient evaluations and clinical thought process.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level