Psychiatrist - Eating Disorders Clinic (EDC)

Position Details

Job Number:

JR02766

Department:

Medical Affairs - Physicians

Job Type:

Physician, Part time

Work Environment:

In-Person

Contract Duration: (If applicable)

0 months

Number of Positions:

1

Hourly Rate (Min / Max):

Schedule

Work Days:

Monday to Sunday

Time of Day:

Days

Shift:

Various Rotating

Shift Start: (If applicable)

Reason for Posting:

Posting is for a role with an existing vacancy

Application Dates

Opening Date:

2026-11-10

Closing Date:

2026-11-17

Job Description

Mental Health and Addictions Program; Eating Disorders Clinic St Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton

As a premier academic and research healthcare organization, St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton (SJHH) is committed to making a difference in people’s lives and in our community through integrated health services and internationally recognized programs. Our threefold mission is to provide dynamic research, revolutionary methods in health sciences education, and the highest standard of clinical care in a spirit of compassion, innovation and commitment.

SJHH is a member of the St. Joseph’s Health System (SJHS), and is affiliated with McMaster University. SJHH has earned a national reputation for outstanding patient care and innovative medical and surgical treatments. The Hospital is particularly well known for excellence in respiratory care, kidney and urinary care, mental health and addictions, surgical services, cancer surgery and women’s and infants’ care.

St Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton is seeking psychiatrists with experience in Eating Disorders to join the Eating Disorders Clinic (EDC) at St. Joseph’s Healthcare Hamilton. The EDC a specialty outpatient clinic providing multi-disciplinary assessment and treatment to clients with eating disorders who are 18 years and above. The EDC offers transdiagnostic CBT group treatment for individuals with Anorexia, Bulimia and Other Specified Feeding and Eating Disorders and provides specialized CBT group treatment for individuals with Binge Eating Disorder. Additionally, the EDC provides individualized Cognitive Behaviour Therapy – Enhanced (CBT-E) to some of the youngest transition-aged youth, aged 16-18. Extended treatment is offered to clients returning from higher levels of care (i.e., day hospital, residential or inpatient treatment) and to clients from the EDC who require longer to recover (for example, because of weight restoration). The EDC also offers group- and CBT-based body image treatment.

The successful candidate will work in a multidisciplinary team, composed of experienced psychologists, a psychometrist, social worker, nurse practitioner, and dieticians. This is a part time opportunity for two days per week. A background in psychotherapy would be an asset and we are seeking a psychiatrist with an interest in education and/or the development of research services.

The successful candidate will hold a valid College of Physicians and Surgeons in Ontario license and be a trained psychiatrist with FRCPC or equivalent. This appointment entails an academic appointment with the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioural Neurosciences, McMaster University.

For those interested in this opportunity, please contact Dr Mike Brown (Head of Service Mood and Anxiety Services) at [email protected] or the Chief of Mental Health and Addictions, Dr Maxine Lewis at [email protected]

St. Joseph’s Health System (SJHS) and its member organizations are equal opportunity employers and strives for equity, inclusiveness, and diversity in all programs, practices, facilities, and people. We foster a culture of patient and staff safety where all positions comply and work in conjunction with the Mission, Vision, and Core Values.

We thank all applicants for their interest, however, only those selected for an interview will be contacted. SJHS and its member organizations are committed to a barrier-free recruitment and selection process - please inform us should accommodation be required at any point in the recruitment process ([email protected]).