Psychiatrist

Psychiatrist, Contract Consultant

Location: Lifemark Health Group, St John’s Newfoundland (Remote or In-person)

We are seeking a compassionate Consultant Psychiatrist to join our team on a contractual basis. The successful candidate will play a crucial role in providing psychiatric assessment and treatment recommendations to adult individuals who have experienced traumatic psychological injuries in the workplace. This position offers an excellent opportunity to make a meaningful impact in the lives of individuals in need of psychiatric care while enjoying the flexibility of a contract-based role.

Responsibilities:

• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations of individuals referred to the Traumatic Psychological Injury Program.
• Develop individualized treatment plans based on clinical assessment, patient history, and collaboration with multidisciplinary team members.
• Recommend evidence-based psychiatric treatment, including medication management, psychotherapy, and other therapeutic interventions, to address patients' mental health needs (Psychiatrist does not have a treating relationship with the clients).
• Collaborate with other healthcare professionals, including psychologists, social workers, nurses, and primary care providers.
• Participate in case conferences to review cases, discuss strategies, and provide support to colleagues.
• Maintain accurate and up-to-date medical records, including documentation of assessments, treatment plans, and any other relevant information in compliance with regulatory standards and organizational policies.
• Adhere to ethical and professional standards of practice, including maintaining patient confidentiality and report writing adapted for third-party funders.
• Contribute, as required, to program development, quality improvement initiatives, and other activities aimed at enhancing the effectiveness and efficiency of psychiatric services.

Qualifications:

• Medical degree from an accredited institution, with specialty in Psychiatry.
• Board certification in Psychiatry.
• Current licensure to practice Psychiatry in the province of Newfoundland.
• Strong diagnostic and assessment skills.
• Experience in trauma-related disorders preferred.
• Excellent interpersonal and communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a multidisciplinary team.
• Willingness to adhere to contractual obligations and work independently.
• Familiarity with workers' compensation systems and regulations is desirable but not required.

This is a contract position with flexible hours, offering competitive compensation and the opportunity to contribute to a vital program serving the mental health needs of injured workers in Newfoundland.

If you are passionate about the contributions of psychiatry within a multidisciplinary approach to assessment and treatment, and dedicated to making a difference in the lives of others, we welcome you to apply.

Apply today!

Inclusion

We are committed to creating an inclusive environment where people from all backgrounds can thrive. Improving inclusion and equity is a collective responsibility. Lifemark promotes equal employment opportunities for all job applicants, including but not limited to those self-identifying as a member of the employment equity groups: Indigenous peoples, Newcomers to Canada, Women, and Visible minorities.

Accommodation

Accommodations are available on request for all candidates taking part in any aspect of the recruitment and selection process. Email us at talent at lifemark.ca