Addiction Medicine - Halifax Recovery Support Centre - Jobs in Halifax, NS

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Requisition ID: 153759Opportunity Type: PermanentEstimated Annual Salary: 250,000 - 300,000Type of Remuneration: APP- Alternative Payment PlanSite Visit & Reallocation Allowance Programs: Relocation Program; Site Visit ProgramFor information and to determine eligibility for Department of Health and Wellness Incentives, please contact [email protected]About This OpportunityThe Mental Health and Addiction Program (MHAP) is seeking a 1.0 FTE Physician to work within a collaborative inter-professional clinical team, providing evidence-informed withdrawal management and related mental health and addiction care in an outpatient withdrawal management setting.Application Requirement: Please submit via email your expression of interest and CV outlining your experience in relation to the accountabilities for the position to Dr. David Martell, Physician Lead for Addiction Medicine, at [email protected]Compensation: Alternative Payment Plan (APP) with an annual salary of $278,099.If the successful candidate is from outside the local area, travel and accommodations reimbursement can be explored as needed.This position will be located at:Fenwick Medical Centre, 2nd Floor5595 Fenwick St, Halifax, NSB3H 4M2Please note: the location will be opening Fall 2023.https://mha.nshealth.ca/en/services/recovery-support-centreResponsibilities

• Assess and manage substance use disorder(s);
• Work with the clinical team to initiate and monitor withdrawal management protocols;
• Assess and manage other medical and psychiatric disorders as indicated;
• Conduct risk assessments and interventions for suicide, self/harm or harm to others;
• Develop and implement care and discharge plans in collaboration with the client, clinical team, and family;
• Support the facilitation transitions of care across a variety of settings;
• Provide trauma-informed and culturally safe care;
• Provide brief interventions related to substance use and concurrent disorders;
• Maintain timely, clear, and accurate health records in adherence to Nova Scotia Health documentation policies.

Expected Hours

• The Physician(s) will work a total of 37.5 hrs per week (for a 1.0 FTE).
• Work hours will be Monday-Friday onsite between the hours of 8:30 am - 4:30 pm.
• There may be an opportunity to provide virtual care, which can be explored with further discussion with Dr. Martell.

Qualifications

• Current medical license issued by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia (CPSNS);
• Current certification in addiction medicine through one of the following professional organizations: 1) the College of Family Physicians Canada (CFPC) Certificate of Added Competence (CAC) for Addiction Medicine (AM); 2) American Board of Addiction Medicine (ABAM) certification; or 3) International Society of Addiction Medicine (iSAM) certification is an asset;
• Must hold, or be willing to obtain, active credentials and privileges with NSHA;
• Must maintain liability insurance through the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA)
• Clinical experience in practicing addiction medicine is an asset, but not a requirement
• Experience working in a medical withdrawal management service is an asset; *If no clinical experience in medical withdrawal management, training and mentoring opportunities are available for those with limited or no clinical experience in this setting.

Community DetailsHalifax, the largest urban area in Atlantic Canada and Nova Scotias capital city, sits in the center of Nova Scotias east coast and is an important seaport that looks out over one of the worlds largest natural harbours. Halifax is a perfect paradox. We are where land meets sea, old meets new, urban meets rural, and traditional meets trendy. We balance a relaxing pace with modern urban amenities and affordability with world class-experiences. We value our strong historical ties but drive to shake up the norm. This perfect balance makes Halifax one of the best places in the world to visit, no matter what a visitor is looking for: see for yourself in this video!Nature lovers will find sandy beaches, beautiful gardens, hiking, birding, and beachcombing. Urbanites can enjoy the symphony, live theatre, art galleries, and museums, along with a lively nightlife that includes brewpubs and a great culinary scene.Physicians in Nova Scotia provide fulfilling patient care which embraces family life, professional development and community involvement. Thats what makes practicing medicine in Nova Scotia unique. Physicians are increasingly attracted to practices that offer team-based care to their patients and allow them to consult with their peers. The size and scale of Nova Scotia allows for better connections across the health care system. Your practice of medicine and your life is richer here. Nova Scotia is more than medicine.Nova Scotia Health Authority (NSHA) is committed to being a workforce that is free of discrimination, values diversity and is representative, at all job levels, of the people we serve. Our priority groups are Aboriginal People, African Nova Scotians, Persons with Disabilities and Recent Immigrants. Members of these groups are welcome to apply and self-identify if they wish to be considered under our Employment Equity policy.Quick Apply

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