Perinatal Psychiatry (100-2693) (Permanent Specialty)

The Department of Psychiatry, Island Health, South Island, is looking for part-time General Psychiatrist to provide Perinatal Psychiatry Services.

The Perinatal Psychiatry Service operates a Clinic within the Victoria General Hospital (VGH), in close collaboration with the Department of Obstetrics and Other Pregnancy Care Providers from Family Practice and Midwifery. It has a close working relationship with the Consultation Liaison Psychiatry Service. The patient population includes women requiring psychiatric assessment and/or treatment either during pregnancy or up to 1 -year post-partum. Pre-conception consultation is also offered to women with chronic mental health disorders, to support them in decision making and preparation for pregnancy. Care is generally provided on an outpatient basis.

In addition to direct clinical care, the service offers expert advice and consultation to other specialists, primary care providers and midwives. The psychiatrists suppor...