Family Practitioner/General Practitioner
- Nanaimo, BC, Canada
Full-time
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Role and Facility Information
The successful candidate will provide General Practitioner (GP) or Specialist (SP) Addiction Medicine services to clients in acute care who may be admitted for a primary condition other than Substance Use Disorder, but whose assessment, treatment and discharge plan is strengthened through an addiction medicine consultation.
AMCS supports substance use treatment through assessment and diagnosis; symptom management (particularly for difficult withdrawal symptoms); treatment initiation during hospitalization including opioid agonist therapy; post discharge planning and liaison with community-based treatment resources.
The successful candidate, as part of the multidisciplinary team, will collaborate closely with Nursing, Social Work, Mental Health Support Workers, as well as peer support workers and individuals with lived experience.
Island Health is affiliated with the UBC Faculty of Medicine Island Medical Program, and the successful candidate will be required to provide teaching and training to medical students and residents. A clinical faculty appointment at UBC is a prerequisite for this role.
Start Date
As soon as possible
Hours of Work
8:00-5:00 Monday to Friday
Qualifications And Experience
Full Licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC is required, and one of the following is recommended;
Located on the eastern shore of Vancouver Island on the 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 quality education 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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The successful candidate will provide General Practitioner (GP) or Specialist (SP) Addiction Medicine services to clients in acute care who may be admitted for a primary condition other than Substance Use Disorder, but whose assessment, treatment and discharge plan is strengthened through an addiction medicine consultation.
AMCS supports substance use treatment through assessment and diagnosis; symptom management (particularly for difficult withdrawal symptoms); treatment initiation during hospitalization including opioid agonist therapy; post discharge planning and liaison with community-based treatment resources.
The successful candidate, as part of the multidisciplinary team, will collaborate closely with Nursing, Social Work, Mental Health Support Workers, as well as peer support workers and individuals with lived experience.
Island Health is affiliated with the UBC Faculty of Medicine Island Medical Program, and the successful candidate will be required to provide teaching and training to medical students and residents. A clinical faculty appointment at UBC is a prerequisite for this role.
Start Date
As soon as possible
Hours of Work
8:00-5:00 Monday to Friday
Qualifications And Experience
Full Licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of BC is required, and one of the following is recommended;
- Certification and Credentialing with the International Society of Addiction Medicine, or;
- CCFP (AM-CAC), or;
- FRCPC (AM-AFC), or;
- Fellowship in Addiction Medicine required
Located on the eastern shore of Vancouver Island on the 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 quality education 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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Compensation Type Administrative Contract
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Responsibilities
Provide addiction medicine consultations and treatment to acute-care clients, including assessment, diagnosis, withdrawal symptom management, treatment initiation, and post-discharge planning. Collaborate with the multidisciplinary care team and provide teaching and training to medical students and residents.
Requirements
Full licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia is required, along with a clinical faculty appointment at the University of British Columbia. The posting recommends or requires an addiction medicine credential, such as ISAM certification, CCFP (AM-CAC), FRCPC (AM-AFC), or an Addiction Medicine fellowship.
Skills
- Addiction Medicine
- General Practice
- Assessment And Diagnosis
- Substance Use Treatment
- Withdrawal Symptom Management
- Opioid Agonist Therapy
- Discharge Planning
- Community Treatment Coordination
- Multidisciplinary Collaboration
- Medical Education
- Teaching And Training
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Categories
- Healthcare
- Education
Keywords
- Addiction Medicine
- General Practitioner
- Specialist Physician
- Acute Care
- Substance Use Disorder
- Assessment
- Diagnosis
- Withdrawal Management
- Opioid Agonist Therapy
- Hospitalization
- Discharge Planning
- Community-Based Treatment
- Multidisciplinary Team
- Nursing
- Social Work
- Mental Health Support
- Peer Support
- Lived Experience
- Medical Students
- Resident Training
- College Of Physicians And Surgeons Of British Columbia
- University Of British Columbia
- ISAM Certification
- CCFP (AM-CAC)
- FRCPC (AM-AFC)
- Addiction Medicine Fellowship