Emergency Psychiatrist at Vancouver General

Join the compassionate team at Vancouver General Hospital as an Emergency Psychiatrist. Provide critical psychiatric assessments and care for patients facing acute mental health crises in our dynamic emergency department.
This locum to permanent position requires two full weekdays of work, maintaining regular business hours. As a member of the Psychiatric Assessment Unit, you will collaborate with emergency physicians, nurses, and other multidisciplinary professionals. Your expertise will guide you in developing treatment plans and providing crisis interventions.
Key Responsibilities:
• Conduct timely psychiatric assessments for patients in crisis
• Formulate personalized treatment plans based on evaluations
• Collaborate with teams for coordinated patient care
• Provide crisis intervention and stabilization services
• Teach and supervise medical students and residents
Requirements:
• Mandatory CMPA membership
• Emergency experience in psychiatric settings...