Position Description:

Horizon Health Network is seeking a Geriatric Psychiatrist to join our collegial and collaborative team in beautiful Saint John, New Brunswick, Canada.



Reporting to the Department Head of Psychiatry, the Geriatric Psychiatry Specialist will play a central role in assessing, diagnosing, and managing complex mental health conditions in older adults. This position offers a dynamic and meaningful opportunity for a clinician dedicated to enhancing outcomes for seniors through evidence‑based practice, innovation, and compassionate care. You will provide specialized expertise to both inpatient and outpatient populations, working collaboratively within a supportive, multidisciplinary team committed to delivering high‑quality geriatric mental health services.

Employer:

Horizon Health Network (Horizon) is proud of its dedicated team of health care professionals who are focused on delivering safe and quality care to our patients, clients, families and communities. Horizon is a great place to work, as people are the heart of our organization, and the success of Horizon is a direct result of our employees’ dedication, professionalism, and commitment.

Horizon is the largest regional health authority – and one of the largest employers – in New Brunswick, and the second-largest health authority in Atlantic Canada. Our leadership and health care providers are experts in diverse areas of health and community services and provide services to a half a million people.

Horizon has an annual budget of approximately $1.2 billion and has more than 13,000 employees, 1,100 physicians and 1,300 volunteers, as well as 17 foundations, 12 auxiliaries and 8 alumnae organizations.

Diversity Statement

Horizon is committed to enhancing our diverse and inclusive environment for our employees and patients. We believe in a healthcare system that equally supports all people regardless of race, ethnicity, national origin, social background, religion, gender identity or expression, age, disability, or sexual orientation. An environment based on a commitment to diversity and inclusion supports our goal of safe and quality patient care.

Job Duties:

Our ideal candidate will collaborate with other Physicians, Nursing and other Allied medical staff in the following areas:

• Geriatric psychiatry inpatient and outpatient care
• Close collaboration with our outstanding Medicine colleagues including consultations to in-patient units
• ECT Service

All members of our department are expected to provide:

• After-hours and weekend on-call coverage (paid stipend and fee-for-service billing)
• ECT Service
• Clinical supervision of medical students and residents

 (Note: These responsibilities are the basic and prime duties associated with this position; other related and allied duties may be assigned from time to time as may be necessary to the operation of Horizon Health Network.) 

Hours of Work:

N/A

Remuneration:

Salaried

The salary range is $305,091.15 – $370,295.10, plus fee-for-service billing opportunities, paid time off (including vacation and education leave), health and travel insurance benefits, sick benefits, and employer-paid contributions to our pension plan.

Qualifications:

• You have a Medical Degree from a recognized medical school and postgraduate studies (residency) in the field of Geriatric Psychiatry.
• You have experience in collaborative multidisciplinary Addiction and Mental Health care.
• You have Certification by the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada, and a valid license through New Brunswick College of Physicians and Surgeons of New Brunswick (CPSNB) and become a member of the NB Medical Society.
• You practice medicine in a manner compatible with the Health Authority’s mission, values, and strategic directions. https://horizonnb.ca/about-us/our-promise.

The physician must also meet continuing education requirements, adhere to departmental and health authority policies, comply with relevant legislation, and follow professional ethical standards set by regulatory bodies.

Expected Start Date:

As soon as possible

Incentives:

Successful applicants may be eligible to receive the following:

• Urban recruitment incentive of $50,000.00 with a 2-year return of service.
• Moving expense reimbursement is also available.

Other Requirements:

About the Facility:

Horizon’s St. Joseph’s Hospital, located in the center of the city of Saint John, specializes in Geriatric Medicine and provides a breast health program, women’s health services, various medical and surgical clinics, diagnostic/therapeutic services, the New Brunswick Organ and Tissue Program – Ocular Division, and an Urgent Care Centre.

About the Community:

The Saint John area offers you a broad range of affordable housing options, from heritage properties to executive homes within the city and in nearby Kennebecasis Valley. Saint John, a booming harbour city is Canada's oldest incorporated city (1785) and home to the country's oldest museum and farmers' market. For spouses and families, there are excellent employment and educational prospects. The nearby towns and villages, such as St. Stephen, Sussex, and Grand Manan, provide a diverse selection of recreational and sport activities that appeal to all age groups.