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.

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