Psychiatrist - Geriatric-Abbotsford, Maple Ridge and Mission

Overview: The Psychiatry department is looking for a Geriatric Psychiatrist to become part of their diverse team of Psychiatrists. As a valued member of a multidisciplinary team, the position is based in Abbotsford, Maple Ridge and Mission. This entails working in the Rapid Access Clinic, Psychiatric Urgent Response Clinic, participating in ER on-call duties, and being on the ECT on-call rotation. This multi-site role also has a component of General Adult Psychiatry (1 day per week Abbotsford and 0.5 days per week Mission).

Responsibilities
Deliver exceptional care to patients with acquired brain injuries and older adults served by the Fraser Health Geriatric Mental Health team within an interdisciplinary framework.
Consult with Geriatric psychiatrists,



engage in outreach to patients residences, and collaborate with attending physicians in Assisted Living and Long-Term Care facilities.
Provide a spectrum of services including assessment, outpatient treatment, consultation, family meetings, case conferences, discharge planning, and teaching to geriatric psychiatry residents and medical students.
Foster continuity of care by building team-oriented relationships with partners involved in patient care and advocate for psychiatric needs of individual patients.
Participate in the ECT roster and ER on-call duties (mandatory).

Compensation

Combination of Alternative

📌 Psychiatrist Geriatric Abbotsford, Maple Ridge And Mission
🏢 Fraser Health Authority
📍 Mission