Psychiatrist

Psychiatrist

The Hawkesbury and District General Hospital (HGH) is looking for a part-time Psychiatrist to join its dynamic Mental Health and Addictions team.

HGH is a family and patient-centred bilingual regional hospital. We provide essential services to the residents of Prescott-Russell and the surrounding region. As the majority of the population we serve is francophone, fluency in both French and English is a requirement.

Our team of over 200 physicians and 800 employees is committed to delivering exceptional healthcare services and relies on teamwork, innovation, and leadership.

Number of positions: 1

Start date and schedules: September 2024 is ideal start date, but this can be flexible

Clinical Setting and Duties

The HGH Mental Health and Addictions department receives more than 10,000 visits per year. It is recognized for its excellence, its energy, and the diversity of care delivered by its multi-disciplinary team.

The care team includes six psychiatrists, one general practitioner with addiction’s certification, as well as a group of geriatric psychiatrists in collaboration with the Royal Outreach Program.

• The psychiatrist provides outpatient care for the brief psychiatric intervention program, which includes the full spectrum of diagnoses, for example, mood, anxiety, psychosis etc.
• Most of the work is done in person with a percentage that can be done virtually depending on personal preference.
• HGH provides attractive benefits such as zero overhead expenses and the opportunity to work in our state-of-the-art building designed to meet specific client needs.
• The booking clerks book all consultations and follow-ups for you.

The Mental Health and Addiction Regional Centre offer a wide range of services including intake, a crisis team, addiction services, adult mental health, geriatric psychiatry, Assertive Community Treatment Team, and a walk-in clinic. Multidisciplinary work and care plans are encouraged with the many different professionals such as navigators, crisis team works, addiction counsellors, nurses, occupational therapists, psychotherapists, psychologists, social workers, and peer support workers etc.

Qualifications

• Certification from the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada or equivalent qualification
• Independent practice license from the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario
• Experience with evidence-based psychopharmacologic and psychotherapeutic approaches suitable for outpatient care
• Skilled in working on multidisciplinary teams, and be open to an environment where continuous quality improvement is a key feature of the daily work

Incentives

• Rural incentives and relocation bonuses may apply.

About HGH

In 2022, we completed a major redevelopment project that transformed our local community hospital into a full-service regional hospital thanks to a $200 million investment in infrastructure, medical equipment and cutting-edge technology.

HGH is a proud member of The Atlas Alliance, which has enabled us to adopt the Epic Health Information System and its electronic medical record (EMR), resulting in increased efficiency and patient safety. As a member of The Atlas Alliance, we maintain educational and working partnerships with The Ottawa Hospital and the Ottawa Heart Institute.

HGH is located in the town of Hawkesbury, Ontario, on the Ottawa River, providing the perfect work/life balance with beautiful scenery and all necessary amenities. If you are seeking a rural hospital that is easily commutable from the city, Hawkesbury is only an hour’s drive from both Montreal and Ottawa.

Apply Now

If you are a passionate medical professional looking to work in a supportive and vibrant environment, we encourage you to apply.

Please send your CV to Medical Affairs via email at physicianrecruitment@hgh.ca.

Should you have any questions, please feel free to contact Medical Affairs at 613-632-1111, extension 31001.

Programs and Services

HGH has 100 inpatient beds and provides more than 40 specialized medical clinics for residents of Prescott-Russell and surrounding region. For a list of clinics, departments and services, visit the page Refer a patient.

Medical Team

To view the list of physicians and medical specialists, visit the page Medical Team.