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Family Practitioner/General Practitioner

  • Nanaimo, BC, Canada

Part-time

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Role and Facility Information

The ED Program GP Will Provide Direct Patient Care To Clients Attending The Central Island Child And Youth Eating Disorders Programs, Including

  • ED Medical Monitoring with focus on 17-24 year olds (clients that fall outside the scope of Pediatricians), with monitoring of significantly unwell & complex Adults and/or youth under 17, as necessary
  • Comprehensive assessment, diagnosis and treatment planning for some of the more acute and complex ED Program clients
  • Limited follow-up care for complex ED Program clients
  • Robust discharge planning with a goal of reducing readmission rates

The ED Program GP will provide indirect patient care appropriate for the patient's conditions including but not limited to:

  • MSCM Contract Pre-approval Routing Form – updated January 2021 3 of 4
  • Liaising between hospital and community program when indicated; liaising with Family GP/NP
  • Arranging for related assessments, procedures and or therapy and interpreting results
  • Consulting with service providers within the ED program, community partners, and tertiary care
  • Arranging follow up care
  • Discussing and providing advice and information to the patient or the patient's representative regarding the patient's conditions and recommended therapy; making and maintaining an adequate medical record of the encounter
  • All other in-direct patient care activities normally provided by a GP
  • Participating in integrated care meetings regarding clients attending the Central Island Adult and Central Island Child and Youth Eating Disorders Programs as needed

Start Date

  • Dec 2, 2024

Hours Of Work

  • Part-time (max 156 hours per year)
  • Mon or Tues clinic hours between 0830-1630

Overhead

  • None

Community Info

Located on the eastern shore of Vancouver Island on the unceded and traditional territory of the Snuneymuxw, Snaw-naw-as, and Stzuminus people, Nanaimo is a vibrant community rich in history and culture. The city is home to over 104,000 residents, making it one of the largest urban centers on the island. Nanaimo boasts a dynamic economy and a thriving arts scene, all set against the backdrop of its stunning waterfront and lush forests. This forward-thinking city places a strong emphasis on sustainability and community well-being, fostering an inclusive environment for all its residents. Families have access to a variety of education options through the Nanaimo-Ladysmith School District, along with various independent schools. For those pursuing higher education, Vancouver Island University provides a range of esteemed programs that contribute to the city’s reputation as an educational hub.

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Responsibilities

Provide direct assessment, diagnosis, treatment planning, medical monitoring, and limited follow-up for clients in the Central Island adult and child and youth eating disorders programs. Coordinate care with hospitals, family physicians and nurse practitioners, community and tertiary-care providers, arrange assessments and follow-up, maintain medical records, and participate in integrated care meetings.

Requirements

The role is for a family practitioner or general practitioner providing care to clients with eating disorders, including complex and medically unwell adults and youth. No specific years of experience, education credentials, or other formal requirements are stated.

Skills

  • Patient Care
  • Eating Disorder Medical Monitoring
  • Clinical Assessment
  • Diagnosis
  • Treatment Planning
  • Discharge Planning
  • Care Coordination
  • Interprofessional Collaboration
  • Interpreting Assessment Results
  • Medical Recordkeeping
  • Patient Education
  • Follow-Up Care

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Categories

  • Healthcare

Keywords

  • General Practitioner
  • Family Practitioner
  • Eating Disorders
  • Central Island Child and Youth Eating Disorders Program
  • Central Island Adult Eating Disorders Program
  • Direct Patient Care
  • Medical Monitoring
  • Clinical Assessment
  • Diagnosis
  • Treatment Planning
  • Complex Care
  • Discharge Planning
  • Readmission Reduction
  • Care Coordination
  • Family Physician
  • Nurse Practitioner
  • Hospital Liaison
  • Community Care
  • Tertiary Care
  • Diagnostic Assessments
  • Interpreting Results
  • Follow-Up Care
  • Patient Education
  • Medical Records
  • Integrated Care Meetings

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