Neurodevelopmental Child And Youth Psychiatrist (Academic Center)

Ottawa, Ontario 

This prominent children's hospital in Ontario is seeking a neurodevelopmental child and youth psychiatrist to join their Neurodevelopmental Health Team. Their team provides services for children and youth with neurodevelopmental disorders, including global developmental delay, intellectual disability, autism and ADHD. The team consists of physicians, psychologists, nurse practitioners, genetic counselors, and other allied health professionals. As part of the Department of Psychiatry faculty, this role includes teaching medical learners and engaging in scholarly work. There is also a  mentorship system in place to support career advancement and promotion.

Responsibilities:

• Deliver assessment, diagnosis, psychiatric care for children and youth. Including pharmacological treatments and supporting psychotherapeutic interventions to optimize patient well-bein

• Engage in program development, contribute to quality improvement initiatives, and support the education of medical learners.

• Participate in coordinated care planning, working closely with allied health professionals and families to ensure comprehensive support.

• Be involved in both inpatient and outpatient settings, with opportunities to combine roles across clinical areas

Remuneration and Benefits:

• This position will be well remunerated in alignment with other psychiatry positions at this location.

• 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.

Qualifications:

• Medical degree and specialized training in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry

• Certification or eligibility from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada (eligibility must be approved jurisdiction route only) or American Board Certified. American Board Certified Psychiatrists are eligible for an independent license

• Eligibility for licensure in Ontario and membership with  the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO)

• Bilingualism (English/French) is highly desirable

• Physicians without Canadian or US certification with a strong academic background may be considered for this position

Located in the beautiful capital of Canada, our client is part of the University of Ottawa Faculty of Medicine hospital network. They are 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 Mental Health Program is a national leader in innovative systems of mental health care.

Interested candidates please contact or send CV to:

Michelle Flynn, RPR

COO/ Physician Recruitment Consultant

CanAm Physician Recruiting Inc.

www.canamrecruiting.com

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