Psychiatrist

Job summary

The Staff Psychiatrist will conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and provide medical oversight for patients undergoing ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. They will also collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop treatment plans and monitor patient progress.

Job details

NOW HIRING: STAFF PSYCHIATRIST (PART-TIME/CONTRACT) Join Our Team We are seeking a dedicated Staff Psychiatrist to join our pioneering team and help deliver exceptional, evidence-based psychedelic-assisted psychotherapy. About SABI Mind SABI Mind was founded in response to the global mental health crisis and the significant therapeutic potential of psychedelic medicines. We are a dedicated, practitioner-led organization providing safe, evidence-based, and accessible psychedelic-assisted therapies for individuals who have found conventional treatments ineffective or who are seeking new pathways to healing. Our core philosophy is built on human connection: it is people healing people. Through empathy in action, our team of trained medical professionals delivers leading-edge ketamine-assisted psychotherapy for treatment-resistant mental health conditions. How you can help and what we can accomplish together As our Staff Psychiatrist, you will be a key clinical leader, entrusted to conduct comprehensive assessments and provide expert medical oversight for our patients. Your clinical judgment will be essential in determining patient eligibility for our ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP) programs. Together, we can provide a critical and validated treatment option for those in need, operating within the highest standards of medical care and compliance. Key Duties and Responsibilities * Conduct comprehensive initial psychiatric and physical health evaluations to diagnose conditions and assess suitability for ketamine-assisted psychotherapy (KAP). * Exercise sound clinical judgment to determine patient eligibility for treatment, ensuring they meet specific diagnostic and safety criteria. * Develop, monitor, and adjust individualized treatment plans in collaboration with our interdisciplinary care team. * Prescribe and manage controlled medications in strict compliance with clinic protocols, federal regulations, and provincial psychedelic treatment standards. * Provide ongoing psychiatric follow-up care to monitor patient progress and treatment response. * Ensure all patient encounters and decisions are documented accurately and completely in our Electronic Medical Record (EMR) system. * Provide expert psychiatric consultation and guidance to our therapy and nursing teams during clinical rounds. Qualifications and Skills * Active, in-good-standing practice permit with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia (CPSBC). * Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC) in Psychiatry, or equivalent. * Minimum of 2-4 years of independent psychiatric practice. * Substantial clinical experience in mental health care, including the assessment and treatment of complex psychiatric disorders. * Practical experience and expertise in psychedelic medicine, including familiarity with the pharmacology and therapeutic applications of psychedelics. * Completion of specialized training or certifications in psychedelic-assisted therapy protocols is highly desirable. * Unwavering commitment to patient safety, privacy, and ethical practice. * Demonstrated ability to work effectively in a collaborative, interdisciplinary team environment. Ready to Make a Difference? If you are a compassionate psychiatrist looking to pioneer the future of mental healthcare, we encourage you to apply. Please submit your CV and a letter of interest through our careers portal. SABI Mind is an equal opportunity employer committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce.

What you’ll do

The Staff Psychiatrist will conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and provide medical oversight for patients undergoing ketamine-assisted psychotherapy. They will also collaborate with an interdisciplinary team to develop treatment plans and monitor patient progress.

Requirements

Candidates must hold an active practice permit with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia and be a Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada. A minimum of 2-4 years of independent psychiatric practice and experience in psychedelic medicine are required.

Listed skills

• interdisciplinary collaboration · Preferred

Other relevant skills

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• Psychiatric evaluation
• Ketamine-assisted psychotherapy
• Clinical judgment
• Treatment planning
• Medication management
• Interdisciplinary collaboration
• Electronic medical record documentation
• Patient assessment
• Psychedelic medicine
• Psychiatric consultation
• Follow-Up Care
• Empathy
• Clinical Experience
• Clinical Rounds
• Electronic Medical Record (EMR) Systems
• Ethical Standards And Conduct
• Treatment Planning
• Compassion
• Psychiatry
• Mental Health
• Integrated Care
• Leadership
• Healing
• Health Maintenance
• Patient Safety
• Psychotherapy
• Nursing
• Pharmacology

Job areas

• Healthcare
• Science & Research
• Psychiatrist
• Specialist Medical Practitioners
• Psychiatrists

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