CHILD AND ADOLESCENT PSYCHIATRIST – Eating Disorders Program CHEO, a 150-bed pediatric hospital in Ottawa, ON, Canada is seeking a child and adolescent psychiatrist to work in the Eating Disorders Program. The job is full-time and permanent, with membership in the CHEO Psychiatry Associates.  

Academic Setting and Duties 

The large multidisciplinary care team for the CHEO Eating Disorders Program comprises psychiatrists, adolescent health physicians, nurse practitioners, dieticians, nurses, child and youth counselors, psychometry, psychologists, and social workers. There is a 9-bed eating disorders inpatient unit, a day treatment program and an outpatient service.  An eating disorders partial hospitalization program will be added later this year. The duties for this position include assessment and ongoing psychiatric care for children, youth and their families, consisting of pharmacological treatments and supporting the psychotherapeutic work provided by allied health team members. As a member of the CHEO Department of Psychiatry faculty, the person in this job will take CHEO call, teach medical learners, and engage in scholarly work, all of which are remunerated separately. A mentorship system is in place to enhance promotion. 

Required Skills  

The successful candidate will have some education or experience in evidence-based psychopharmacologic and psychotherapeutic approaches for the treatment of eating disorders in children and adolescents. Training in Family Based Therapy and Emotion Focused Family Therapy for eating disorders is desirable, but not a requirement. If necessary, training in these modalities will be provided. The candidate should enjoy working in an environment where continuous quality improvement is a key feature of the daily work. Bilingualism (English/French) is desirable, although not a requirement. 

Training 

MD from an accredited institution; experience in child psychiatry or certification from the Royal College or equivalent; career characteristics meeting the criteria for a faculty appointment in the uOttawa Department of Psychiatry.   

Remuneration and Benefits 

This position will be well remunerated in alignment with other psychiatry positions at CHEO. The position provides 6 weeks paid vacation; 2 weeks paid conference time; and protected time for academic work, quality improvement, and education. Annual financial support for continuing professional development and research grant support are available. 

Setting 

Located in Ottawa, the beautiful capital of Canada, CHEO is part of the University of Ottawa Faculty of Medicine hospital network. CHEO is a pediatric health and research center dedicated to pioneering research, training the health care professionals of tomorrow, and providing outstanding family-centered patient care. The CHEO Mental Health Program is a national leader in innovative systems of mental health care. Interested applicants should email a CV and cover letter to Dr. Leanna Isserlin, Chief of CHEO Psychiatry and Kristy Spencer, Administrative Coordinator at ***@cheo.on.ca (🔒 Premium)