Associate Physician, Child Mental Health Services

Join BC Children’s Hospital in Vancouver as an Associate Physician with the Acute Mental Health Team. Focus on providing urgent care and assessments for children facing mental health challenges.

In this full-time Associate Physician position, you will work under the guidance of a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, delivering crucial assessments in the Emergency Department and Child and Adolescent Psychiatric Emergency Unit.

Your role will enhance service quality and patient outcomes in a supportive mental health network. Active collaboration with interdisciplinary teams and ongoing education for medical learners will be key aspects of your role.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct thorough psychiatric assessments and safety plans

• Participate in Emergency Department mental health rounds

• Complete patient referrals to community resources

• Communicate effectively with families and care teams

• Engage in interdisciplinary teaching and professional development

Requirements:

• Valid medical degree from a recognized institution

• Completed apprenticeship in Psychiatry or related fields

• Meeting CPSBC licensure requirements for Associate Physicians

• Dedication to addressing biases in healthcare practices

• Knowledge of health equity issues influencing service delivery

Elevate mental health care for children through your expertise at BC Children’s Hospital.