Academic Psychiatrist in Perinatal Care

Island Health

victoria, capital regional district, Canada
Full-time
Posted June 07, 2026

Job Description

Pursue a fulfilling role at Island Health as an Academic Psychiatrist for Perinatal Care in Victoria, British Columbia. This position combines clinical responsibilities with teaching at UBC.
In this part-time role, you'll work with the Perinatal Psychiatry Service at Victoria General Hospital, focusing on mental health assessments and treatment for women throughout pregnancy and the postpartum period. Collaboration with diverse healthcare providers is essential, as is providing consultation and triaging referrals for urgent cases. The position supports a combination of in-person and virtual patient care.
Key Responsibilities:
• Deliver mental health assessments and treatment for expectant mothers
• Provide expert consultations to primary care providers
• Take part in the on-call schedule as required
• Mentor medical students in perinatal psychiatry
• Engage in department meetings and quality improvement initiatives
Requirements:
• Full licensure eligibility w...