Pain Specialist

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Toronto, ONtime type:
Part time posted on:
Posted Yesterday job requisition :
JR101669

Apollo Applied Research is a virtual medical clinic offering its patients an accessible path to medical cannabis treatment. We offer effective treatments for many chronic health conditions such as pain, anxiety, sleep disorders, PTSD and more through an evidence-based approach to empower our patients to take control of their overall health. We have a team of experienced health care professionals dedicated to patient care and medical cannabis education.

We are actively seeking new and better ways to treat our patients’ illnesses with medical cannabis across Canada.

Apollo is a growing organization in the exciting, fast-paced, and evolving industry of medical cannabis. Working at Apollo provides our employees with an atmosphere of ongoing professional advancement opportunities, learning, challenges, and problem solving. Our teams consist of dedicated and empathetic professionals with a diverse set of perspectives, experiences, and collaboration to maximize our collective impact.
** The Opportunity
** We are excited to expand our team of physicians who are accredited by the Canadian Academy of Pain Management and are currently looking for part-time work.

We offer:
* Full training provided
* Full administrative support
* Flexible days and hours
* An extensive multidisciplinary team
** Responsibilities
* ** Provide consultations for veterans and other patients interested in obtaining a medical cannabis prescription
* Help educate patients on the use of cannabis as a medicine
* Leveraging your experience as a pain specialist to review another healthcare practitioner’s medical cannabis treatment plan
* Approving the plan when appropriate, and drafting and submitting an Exceptional Coverage Letter advising the insurer that, in your expert opinion, the treatment plan is reasonable and necessary
* When applicable, recommending that the patient receive full insurance coverage to ensure sufficient access to their medication
* Follow up with patients and monitor response to dosage and cannabinoids prescribed
* Other duties assigned.
** Experience
* ** Medical degree, registration and in good standing with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of your province
* Accreditation by the
** Canadian Academy of Pain Management
*** Specialty designation preferred
* Excellent communication skills, written and verbal in English
* Demonstrated ability to work independently and to manage a busy workload
* Team-oriented approach with existing team members and physicians
* Must be highly organized and have a good sense of time management
* Informed and abreast of scientific research and/or willing to learn more about the industry
* Experience in pain management or mental health is an asset
* Previous work with veterans and/or medical cannabis is a big asset
** Other Details
** Apollo is a growing organization in the exciting, fast-paced and evolving industry of medical cannabis. Working at Apollo provides our workers an atmosphere of ongoing professional advancement opportunities, learning, challenges and problem solving. Our teams consist of dedicated and empathetic professionals with a diverse set of perspectives, experiences and collaboration to maximize our collective impact.

This is a part-time position based remotely in Canada.#LI-Remote
* Apollo Applied Research and Cannabis Clinics takes pride in being an evidence-based organization. Specializing in prescribing medical cannabis to patients across Canada since 2014, they have provided over 120,000 patients with the highest level of care and improved quality of life through access to medical cannabis prescriptions, personalized education and treatment plans, and ongoing support. Apollo’s clinical team, comprised of physicians, healthcare practitioners, and support team share the goal of helping Canadians manage their symptoms safely and effectively.
** Apollo’s vision is to remain the most trusted cannabis clinic in Canada by providing exceptional patient care, advocacy, and support. Every patient is entitled to a dedicated patient care specialist who educates the patient on their treatment options, develops a comprehensive medical cannabis plan, and acts as the liaison between the patient and medical cannabis producers. As advocates for all our patients’ health, our cannabis educators build exceptional relationships with our patients, ensuring they get everything they need on their medical cannabis journey.
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