Role and Facility Information
Looking for 4 days of psychiatry coverage for Mental Health and Substance Use Team in Feb, preferably Tues to Fri.
Thank you!
Terms
Coverage Information
Coverage Dates - Flexible
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Feb 11 2025 to Feb 14 2025
- Regular Scheduled Office Hours
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0830-1630
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No
No
About the Clinic
Clinic Description
Clinic Composition
1 nurse team lead, 2 counsellors, 2 nurses, 1 Social Worker with focus working with local primary care practices, 1 Nurse Practitioner (currently posted) and 1 administrative assistant.
Local Resources
Mental Health, ED, Primary Care.
Emergency Framework
There is an emergency department staffed 24/7/365 at Lady Minto Hospital as well as BC Ambulance Support.
Call Expectations
TBD (Note: we will not be requesting that locums provide call coverage).
CME Schedule
Strong local CME program more towards GPs with simulation days, visiting speakers and remote learning. Past topics include presentations by BCCSU on updated Addictions Medicine Protocols, presentations by visiting Child Psychiatry etc.
Visiting Specialist/Consultant Information
Salt Spring island has a small visiting specialist program including Geriatric Psychiatry, Child Psychiatry and Geriatric Medicine. OT, PT, Dietician etc.
EMR Information
EMR System
Documentation using Cerner with dictation support for Psychiatry.
What training is provided for the EMR System
Onsite support with staff, remote support through Island Health.
Level of Support/Care and Policy
Welcoming Procedures
Locums to Salt Spring are typically welcomed by a member of the local Medical community and provided with some basic information about Salt Spring Island. As visiting locum psychiatry services become established, we anticipate learning and refining the welcome. The local team is very excited to welcome and support visitors.
Orientation
The Team Leader will provide an orientation to the MHSU team and clinic while a Site Director or local GP will offer a tour of the Hospital alongside the Site Director.
Social Involvement
Local GPs will often host a small welcome event for visiting locums and there are ample opportunities for social inclusion within the community.
Clinic Policy
Nothing specific to mention here. The ED does not prescribe opioids.
Accommodation and Transportation
The clinic does provide accommodation.
Accommodation Description
Island Health MHSU will provide accommodation at a local hotel or accommodation provider consistent with RSLP policy and based on availability. Alternately, contact LRBC travel team to assist: Email: travel@locumsruralbc.ca or Tel: 1-877-357-4757.
Most Convenient Mode of Transportation
Getting to the community is by ferry via car. There are ferry connections via Sydney, Crofton and Tsawassen. Seaplane connections are via Maple Bay, downtown Vancouver or Vancouver Airport.
Closest Amenities
Grocery Store
There are two grocery stores on Salt Spring Island, in addition to seasonal farm stands and markets.
Community Centre
Outdoor pool, baseball fields, soccer fields, a bowling alley, tennis courts, fitness gyms, 2 golf courses and yoga studios. Salt Spring has several gyms as well as a large indoor pool.
Other Closest Amenities
Salt Spring has two banks, a credit union, two gas stations and a vibrant Ganges core with a range of products and services. Most needs can be met on island. There are a number of community hubs and venues scattered across the island.