Psychiatry - Yarmouth

Yarmouth Indian Reserve No. 33, NS
On-site
Posted Oct 20, 2026
1 position

$425,000–$450,000 / year

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Employment type: Full-time
Experience level: Senior · 5+ years
Posting language: English
Working hours: 40 hours per week

Job summary

Provide community-based, outpatient, inpatient, and emergency psychiatric care, including coordinating care for the mental health unit at Yarmouth Regional Hospital. Participate in shared call coverage and quality improvement and evaluation activities while following Nova Scotia Health bylaws and regulations.

Job details

Company Description Nova Scotia Health is the largest provider of health services in Nova Scotia, delivering care through hospitals, health centres and community-based programs across the province. Join Nova Scotia's thriving healthcare ecosystem, where your expertise is valued and your contributions drive innovative, compassionate care for generations to come. Job Description Yarmouth Regional Hospital is seeking a full-time Psychiatrist. Join Nova Scotia's thriving healthcare ecosystem, where your expertise is valued and your contributions drive innovative, compassionate care for generations to come. Responsibilities Provide care and coordination of community-based care, and secondary and tertiary level health care Provide direct clinical outpatient care Provide inpatient psychiatric care and coordination for the mental health unit at Yarmouth Regional Hospital Provide emergency medicine services in conjunction with our crisis team Operate within the Bylaws and Rules and Regulations of Nova Scotia Health Authority Participate in quality improvement and evaluation activities Expected Hours Permanent Full-Time (1.0 FTE) 46 out of 52 weeks Call is shared within the psychiatry group Remuneration 207.07 hourly Sessional Physician Agreement - Doctors Nova Scotia Incentives Nova Scotia Health offers a variety of incentives designed to relieve some of the pressure, cost, and difficulty that comes with relocation. View Incentive Details Here Benefits Successful candidates may be eligible for our benefits package including health and dental, EMR grants, funded locum coverage, CME funding, parental leave, and more! Visit www.doctorsns.com for more information. Learn more about Yarmouth Regional Hospital here! Yarmouth Regional Hospital Qualifications All applicants must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia (CPSNS). All specialists must be eligible for certification with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada(RCPSC) Coverage with the Canadian Medical Protective Association (CMPA), or proof of alternative coverage. Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS) Basic Cardiac Life Support(BCLS) Additional Information Facility Information Yarmouth Regional Hospital (YRH) was originally founded in 1912 and has developed into a vast health care complex serving the 60,000 people of Shelburne, Yarmouth, and Digby Counties. Located in Yarmouth, YRH has 124 inpatient beds and provides a range of primary and secondary services through in-patient, outpatient and satellite programs. https://www.nshealth.ca/locations-and-facilities/yarmouth-regional-hospital Community Details Acadian culture and life by the sea intersect in the Town of Yarmouth, located on the southwestern tip of Nova Scotia. From the grand sea captains’ homes that line the streets and fishing boats in the harbour, to the fresh seafood served up at local restaurants and the lively waterfront, Yarmouth is a quintessential seaside town. Yarmouth offers a blend of historical charm, coastal beauty and a welcoming community spirit. The town’s proximity to the Bay of Fundy and the Atlantic Ocean provides residents with access to scenic coastal landscapes and outdoor activities. https://morethanmedicine.ca/communities/yarmouth Learn more about Yarmouth in Southwest, Nova Scotia here! Practicing in Nova Scotia Physicians in Nova Scotia provide fulfilling patient care which embraces family life, professional development and community involvement. That's what makes practicing medicine in Nova Scotia unique. Physicians are increasingly attracted to practices that offer team-based care to their patients and allow them to consult with their peers. The size and scale of Nova Scotia allows for better connections across the health care system. Your practice of medicine and your life is richer here. Nova Scotia is more than medicine. Building a Diverse Workforce The Physician Recruitment Team at Nova Scotia Health lives and works in Mi’kma’ki, the unceded and ancestral territory of the Mi’kmaq people. We are dedicated to equity, diversity, inclusion, and truth and reconciliation, and we are working to support medical communities that are reflective of and responsive to the diverse populations they serve in Nova Scotia. We welcome physicians from diverse backgrounds and experiences to join us in building healthier, more equitable communities across the province. Expected Hours: Full-time hours (1.0 FTE) Estimated Annual Salary: 425,000 - 450,000 CAD Zone: Western Zone Specialization: Psychiatry Opportunity: Permanent Type of Remuneration: Fee For Service (FFS) Incentive Programs Available: Yes

What you’ll do

Requirements

Applicants must be eligible for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Nova Scotia and specialist certification with the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada. Candidates must have CMPA or alternative medical liability coverage and Advanced and Basic Cardiac Life Support qualifications.