Position Description:

The Chaleur Regional Hospital in Bathurst, New Brunswick is recruiting four full-time Psychiatrists. The incumbent has extensive clinical autonomy in General Psychiatry for patients of all ages. He or she provides inpatient and outpatient consultations and follow-ups, and acts as a consultant to other physicians. The candidate is expected to participate in the teaching of students and residents in medicine and psychiatric. 

Employer:

Overview of the regional health authority – Vitalité Health Network is one of the two regional health authorities in New Brunswick. The Network is the only Francophone managed organization of its kind in the country and provides services in nearly 70 sites and points of service throughout four health zones, covering all of the northern region and part of the southeastern region of the province. Services and care are provided in the official language chosen by the patient and are available at home, in the community, or in a facility, according to needs. The range of services includes disease prevention and health promotion, treatment of illness, rehabilitation, home care, and palliative care. Additional services provided by hospital facilities include public health, community mental health, addiction, community health centres, the Extra-Mural Program, and veterans' centres. The Network is also active in the training and research fields, which helps to keep the staff’s skills up to date and plan for succession. For more information, visit the Network’s website at www.vitalitenb.ca.

Diversity Statement

Vitalité Health Network is committed to providing a safe and respectful work and care environment guided by collaboration, integrity, and accountability. Rooted in a culture of continuous learning, we believe that every person deserves a caring environment where their identity is fully respected, and that is exempt of discrimination based on race, ethnic origin, beliefs or religion, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, disabilities, social status, or any other aspect of their background and identity. The diversity of our teams and their perspectives enrich our practices and enable us to provide care marked by openness, cultural sensitivity, and compassion to all the people we serve.

Job Duties:

This is professional medical work performed by certified specialists (those with a specialty certification as recognized by the College of Physicians and Surgeons of NB). Duties are performed with considerable clinical independence in the diagnosis, care and treatment of medical disorders within the scope of the specialty in which they are practicing. Work is performed with independent judgment but findings and observations may be subject to supervision and assessment by the physician’s Clinical (Program) Department Head / Chief of Service / Program Director in which the physicians works. Review of work may also be supervised by the local and regional Chiefs of Staff and the zone’s Medical Director for the Regional Health Authority (RHA). The physician works within the accordance of the RHA Bylaws.

Remuneration:

Salaried

The candidate will be remunerated on a salaried model based on qualifications and experience or fees for services. On call remuneration is fee for service.

Qualifications:

• Graduate from an approved school of medicine supplemented by post-graduate study in the area of specialization (Psychiatric )
• The candidate must have his certification from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada certification (FRCPC)
• The candidate must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of New Brunswick. https://www.cpsnb.org/ 
• Knowledge of French and English, spoken and written, are necessary

Expected Start Date:

As soon as possible

Incentives:

• Possibility of a financial incentive based on eligibility determined by the Department of Health ($100,000.00 accompanied by a 4 year return of service).
• Relocation reimbursement of up to $8,000. 

About the Community:

Bathurst is the county seat for Gloucester County, New Brunswick, and is at the estuary of the Nepisiguit River. Hospital, concert halls, museums, schools, shopping centers and hotels are among the services offered.

Situated on beautiful Chaleur Bay, Bathurst is a bustling hub of urban adventure framed by the natural saltwater beach and nearby Daly Point Nature Reserve. Come see our local vendors and their products at the Farmers Market, play 18 holes at Gowan Brae Golf & Country Club and 9 holes at Squire Green Golf & Country Club, or indulge in a urban spa.

The K.C. Irving Centre is an indoor arena located in Bathurst. The arena is home to the Acadie–Bathurst Titan, a hockey team of the QMJHL. It is also the host to many shows and events.

The large green areas and the coastal region are ideal for both summer and winter outdoor activities (beaches, rivers, wildlife reserve, walking paths, bike paths, ski trails, snowmobile trails).

To learn more about Bathurst, visit the City’s website at www.bathurst.ca.