Psychiatry Physician

Psychiatry Physician

Zone: Central Zone

Location: JPM - James Paton Memorial Regional Health Centre, Gander, NL Psychiatry Physician

Central Zone - Physician

Permanent Full-time

EXTERNALDR

Hours : 80 Hours Bi-Weekly + On-Call Obligations

Salary : CAD $312,928.61 - CAD $338,948.24

Competition Number : VAC0023953

Posted Date : 2026-04-22

Closing Date : Open until filled.

ABOUT NL HEALTH SERVICES

We are a provincial health authority responsible for delivering quality health care to approximately 550,000 people in Newfoundland and Labrador. Supported by over 23,000 employees and physicians, our team works together to improve the health and well-being of every person, in every community. Guided by the vision of the Health Accord NL, we offer a range of health-care programs and services through a wide network of facilities, clinics, and community services across five zones: Central, Eastern-Rural, Eastern-Urban, Labrador-Grenfell, and Western.

At NL Health Services, we believe that our people — employees, doctors and volunteers — make it a great place to work. Every individual brings valuable knowledge, experience and perspective. It is in this diversity that we find strength. We are committed to embracing the distinct and complementary characteristics of our members, as we seek to eliminate health disparities, and ensuring we provide fair, equitable and quality health care to everyone.

If you are passionate about making a difference and providing exceptional health care, we want to hear from you. Join our team and be part of something extraordinary.

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ABOUT THE OPPORTUNITY

NL Health Services – Central Zone is seeking a Psychiatrist to join the team at James Paton Memorial Regional Health Centre in Gander, NL. This position requires demonstrated experience working within an interprofessional practice model and experience in both inpatient and outpatient settings. Experience working with patients with complex needs and treatment resistance is considered an asset. On-call is scheduled on an equitable basis with other members of the Discipline.

James Paton Memorial Regional Health Centre is one of Central Zone's key referral centres, serving approximately 90,000 people across 176 communities in central Newfoundland. Central Zone provides a variety of primary, secondary, long-term care, community health, and enhanced secondary services across a region that extends from Charlottetown in the east, Fogo Island in the north, Harbour Breton in the south, to Baie Verte in the west.

Work Environment

Gander is a welcoming and well-serviced community in central Newfoundland, known for its friendly residents, rich aviation heritage, and easy access to the natural beauty of the region. Newfoundland and Labrador is the most easterly place in North America — a vast land offering a solitary wilderness one day and a vibrant culture the next, surrounded by stunning coastlines, breaching whales, icebergs, and incredible skyscapes.

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QUALIFICATIONS

• Eligible for licensure as a Psychiatrist with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Newfoundland and Labrador (
• Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada certified or eligible
• Must satisfy credentialing requirements of NL Health Services Central Zone
• Demonstrated experience working within an interprofessional practice model
• Experience in inpatient and outpatient psychiatric settings
• Experience with complex needs and treatment-resistant patients (asset)
• Satisfactory Certificate of Conduct from the RCMP or local police authority
• Satisfactory record of work performance and attendance

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DUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES

• Provide comprehensive psychiatric services within inpatient and outpatient settings
• Work as part of an interprofessional team to deliver high-quality mental health care
• Participate in on-call coverage on an equitable basis with other members of the Discipline
• Provide consultations to other clinical teams as required
• Support person- and family-centered care; promote patient and worker safety by integrating safety into work practices, identifying risks, and implementing improvements

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REMUNERATION

CAD $312,928.61 - CAD $338,948.24, in accordance with the Memorandum of Agreement for salaried physicians in Newfoundland and Labrador.

Available Incentives:

• Physician Signing Bonus — CAD 150,000 + CAD 25,000 top-up
• Come Home Incentive — CAD 100,000 (if eligibility criteria are met)
• Annual Retention Bonus (in accordance with current MOA)
• Contact recruiter for further details on eligibility

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HOW TO APPLY

Interested candidates are asked to apply through ServiceNow and submit:

• Curriculum Vitae (CV)
• Supporting documentation (as applicable)
• Three (3) professional references

Note: Applicants who submit all required documentation will be considered for the review process.

For more information or to apply, please contact:

Cassandra Hodder View email address on jobs.swagapp.com

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NL Health Services is committed to employment equity and encourages applications from all qualified candidates.