The Department of Psychiatry, Island Health, South Island, is looking for a part-time Psychiatrist to join the1SW inpatient unit at Royal Jubilee Hospital.

The successful candidate will provide in-patient psychiatric care as part of an interdisciplinary team, and in collaboration with psychiatric colleagues on the unit. This unit primarily, but not exclusively, provides specialized care to young adults (age 17 to 26) affected by the full range of psychiatric conditions including substance use disorders.

The therapeutic program includes a comprehensive range of treatments including individual and group psychotherapy, medication management, and ECT.

The successful candidate will be encouraged to combine this position with an outpatient role serving the young adult population. 

The successful candidate will hold an Independent License with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of British Columbia and will be a fellow of the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons.

Experience working in a team environment, with supervision of students and residents, is preferred. Clinical and research experience with young adult patients would definitely be an asset.

On call responsibility is mandatory for Island Health psychiatry services.

Island Health is part of the UBC Faculty of Medicine Island Medical Program. The successful candidate will be required to provide teaching and training for medical students and residents. A clinical faculty appointment at UBC is necessary.

Participation in research is strongly encouraged and facilitated by Island Health.

Participation in the evaluation of the efficiency, quality and delivery of the Services is expected. This may include participation in medical audits, peer and interdisciplinary reviews, chart reviews, and incident report reviews

Participation in clinical, operational, and Department of Psychiatry meetings is expected. 

Start Date

January 1, 2027

Additional Information

Inpatient unit, staffed with nurses, OT, Social worker, nursing coordinator

Community Information 

Located on the southern tip of Vancouver Island, on the unceded and traditional territories of the Lekwungen People, now known as the Xwsepsum (Esquimalt) and Songhees Nations – Victoria is a forward-thinking, active community and the largest city on the Island. The municipality of Victoria is home to approximately 92,000 people with the Greater Victoria region counting over 397,000 residents. The capital city of British Columbia has a dynamic, thriving economy and a vibrant arts and culture scene, with an unparalleled natural environment enjoyed by residents and visitors. For children entering elementary and secondary school, education options are available through School District 61 or other private alternatives. The region also hosts the University of Victoria, Royal Roads University and Camosun College for post secondary. Greater Victoria offers a mix of unique neighbourhoods, world-class attractions and urban amenities to make it one of the most livable cities on the west coast.