Specialty Psychiatry

Subspecialty General

Role and Facility Information

Vernon Jubilee Hospital (VJH) is seeking Psychiatrists interested in general psychiatry practice, with opportunities to further develop sub-specialty interests. This is an excellent chance to build a fulfilling career within a supportive, team-based culture while delivering high-quality psychiatric care.

Our cohesive team of eight dedicated Psychiatrists provides care across a 17-bed inpatient psychiatry unit, medical/surgical and emergency consultations, and community-based practices. Currently, there is a specific need for psychiatry support with the Adult Community Support Services (ACSS) team, which serves individuals living with serious and persistent mental illness through intensive case management.

In this role, you will enjoy a diverse practice with opportunities to work across both acute care and community settings, collaborating with multidisciplinary teams to ensure seamless care transitions. Within the community, you will play a vital role as part of the mental health team, providing outreach and telepsychiatry services across the North Okanagan region, extending from Vernon to Revelstoke.

As VJH is affiliated with the UBC Faculty of Medicine Southern Medical Program, you will also have the opportunity to teach and mentor medical students.

Additionally, leadership development opportunities are available through Interior Health’s NAVIG8 Program.

Request Info

Terms

Compensation

Compensation Type
Combination
Estimated Remuneration
$300,000 - $450,000, plus MOCAP
Physician Overhead
Overhead costs associated with private practice only

Benefits and Incentives

Relocation Funding Available
$9,000 - $15,000 * Relocation Assistance is applicable for 1.0 FTE positions and is based on move location (with eligible receipts). Part-time opportunities may be eligible for a pro-rated reimbursement, please discuss with your IH Medical Staff Recruiter *Incentives are subject to change and current rates are confirmed at time of offer*
Request Info

Live and work in BC

Vernon

Vernon is a small, charming city with year-round cultural events, festivals, and celebrations. Whether it's with a morning on the greens or an evening on the lake, this is a place where you can enjoy work-life balance. Celebrate the glorious sunshine with hiking and biking trails, orchards, and farmers markets. In the winter, explore the winter carnival or strap on your skis, snowboards and snowshoes and head up to Silver Star Mountain. Vernon’s unique history, diversified economy, and attractive climate offer residents a balance of small-town charm combined with the amenities of an urban centre.

Similar Jobs in the region