Come work as a Psychiatrist with Vancouver Coastal Health (VCH)!

The BCCSM was founded in 1974 by Dr. George Szasz in response to neglect of this area of medicine, especially sexual dysfunction in the context of chronic disease and/or disability such as spinal cord injury. Dr. Szasz was awarded the Order of Canada for his work in sexual rehabilitation of persons with disability including fertility rehabilitation of spinal cord injured men. Our goal is still to provide optimal assessment and management of sexual dysfunction in both well and unwell populations. 

The BC Centre for Sexual Medicine is a province-wide clinic that sees individuals and couples over 18 with a variety of sexual dysfunctions for consultation, treatment recommendations or implementation if indicated. Many have chronic health conditions. We offer group therapy for sexual pain, erectile dysfunction, as well as low desire, interest, and anorgasmia. Treatment approaches include individual, couple and group formats.  MBCT and CBT as well as hormonal and pharmacological modalities are often used in combination. We also provide assisted reproductive strategies for individuals with sexual dysfunction impacting fertility (e.g. sperm retrieval, needleless syringe).

In accordance with the standards of practice and the established vision and values of VCH, the psychiatrist who accepts this position at our tertiary care center will assess, diagnose and provide specialized short-term treatment and/ or treatment recommendations for adults with sexual medicine concerns referred to our clinic by primary care providers or specialist physicians from the province of British Columbia.

The psychiatrist, will also participate in the training and education of medical students, residents and other allied health professionals. Active participation in academic activities is expected and participation in clinical research is encouraged.

The psychiatrist will attend staff meetings, quality improvement reviews, and comply with VCHA medical staff rules, by-laws and policies.

As a Psychiatrist with Vancouver Coastal Health, you will:

• Work collaboratively with others within BCCSM
• Provide direct patient care including consultation and short-term care
• Use evidence-based care models for the treatment of patients
• Supervise and teach residents, fellows and medical students
• Support research activities of the clinic
• Performing other related duties as assigned

Education, Licensing, & Experience:

• Eligibility for a clinical faculty appointment with the UBC Faculty of Medicine.
• Candidates must meet the credentialing requirements of Vancouver Coastal Health.
• Current College of Physicians of BC (CPSBC) – Full
• Fellow of the Royal College of Physicians of Canada (FRCPC) - Mandatory

Interested in applying? Feel free to reach out to Khuushali Raja, Executive and Medical Staff Talent Acquisition Advisor: medstaffcareers@vch.ca or click “Apply Now.”

Please note that a resume and cover letter are required to apply for this position.

As per Ministry of Health policy, all health care workers working in publicly-funded health care facilities are required to report their past receipt of certain vaccines or history of certain infections. Collecting these records will allow for offering of any missing vaccines, and for appropriate actions to be taken in the event of any future exposure to a communicable disease or during outbreaks. For all new hires and appointments to Vancouver Coastal Health, you will be asked to provide this information as part of the onboarding process.

WHY JOIN VANCOUVER COASTAL HEALTH?

VCH is a world class innovator in medical care, research and teaching, delivering service to more than one million BC residents. At VCH, we embrace thinking boldly, taking smart risks, and "going first" when we believe it will lead to the best possible outcomes for patients and their families. We invite you to join us in creating healthy lives in healthy communities by showcasing our passion for care, connection to the communities we serve and our culture of teamwork that makes VCH a great place to work.

• Grow your career with employer-paid training and leadership development opportunities
• Wellness supports, including counselling, critical incident and innovative wellness services are available to employees and their immediate families
• Award-winning recognition programs to honour staff, medical staff and volunteers
• Access to exclusive discount offers and deals for VCH staff

At Vancouver Coastal Health, our vision of healthy lives in healthy communities inspires us and our values and pillars guide us. We support equitable practices, diverse teams and inclusive environments, which are vital to creating welcoming spaces where everyone can bring their whole selves to work and feel supported. We encourage applications from equity-deserving communities, including Indigenous Peoples and members of racialized groups, people with disabilities and people of all gender identities and expressions and sexual orientation.

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