Psychiatrist - OSI Clinic

We are seeking a compassionate, skilled, and collaborative Psychiatrist to join our interdisciplinary team. The ideal candidate will bring experience and interest in trauma-informed care and a strong commitment to supporting individuals impacted by operational stress injuries.

Our Operational Stress Injury (OSI) Clinic is a tertiary care center funded by Veterans Affairs Canada (VAC) to provide interdisciplinary specialized mental health services to active members and Veterans of the Canadian Armed Forces and, active and retired members of the Royal Canadian Mounted Police (RCMP) who are experiencing psychological difficulties related to their service. The Fredericton OSI Clinic is part of the OSI National Network. We are one of 10 OSI Clinics and 11 satellite sites across Canada, and operated by Horizon Health network (HHN) through an MOU with VAC.

A career in HHN provides you with an east coast lifestyle and the chance to make a big difference in the lives of our clients. We are committed to employment equity and welcome applications from all qualified candidates, including women, Indigenous persons, members of visible minorities, and persons with disabilities

The services at our OSI Clinic draw upon the strength of a multidisciplinary team providing comprehensive psychiatric assessments, consultations, and a variety of evidence-based interventions for clients with operational stress injuries including, but not limited to PTSD, Depression, and anxiety disorders. As one of our psychiatrists, you will work collaboratively with experienced psychologists, social workers, mental health nurses, and occupational therapy designing and implementing personalized treatment plans for patients.

Why you should work here

Discover New Brunswick - a safe, welcoming province where work‑life balance is truly possible. Our communities are shaped by rich Indigenous, Anglophone, and Francophone cultures, and offer your choice of ocean, river, or lakeside living. Enjoy short commutes, spacious yards, and endless outdoor activities, all while working with supportive teams who make a real difference in the lives of New Brunswickers. Horizon offers not just a career, but the east coast lifestyle so many people dream of.

Horizon Health Network is the second largest health-care organization in Atlantic Canada, operating 12 hospitals and more than 100 medical facilities, clinics and offices providing medical services ranging from acute care to community-based health services to New Brunswick, northern Nova Scotia and Prince Edward Island. With 1,000 physicians, an annual budget exceeding $1 billion and approximately 13,000 employees, Horizon Health Network’s strategic vision focuses on research, innovation and education.

Incentives & Remuneration

Base salary range $362,517 - $440,740 plus fee-for-service billing opportunities, paid time off (including vacation and education leave), health and travel insurance benefits, sick benefits, and employer-paid contributions to our pension plan.

The compensation range was recently renegotiated as part of the Physician Services Agreement (PSA) negotiations. In accordance with the negotiated agreement, compensation rates will increase annually through 2028, with the agreement scheduled for renegotiation in 2029.

Successful applicants may be eligible to receive the following:

• Recruitment incentives available:
  • Urban Incentive: $50,000.00 with a 2-year return of service.
• Moving expense reimbursement is available.
• Provided administrative support and office space.

What you will do

Our ideal candidate will collaborate with other Physicians, Nursing and other Allied medical staff in the following areas:

• We receive referrals from Veterans Affairs Canada, Canadian Armed Forces and the RCMP Occupational Health Services of clients for disability assessment, and for assessment and treatment
• Conduct comprehensive psychiatric assessments, provide diagnostic formulation and bio-psychosocial treatment recommendation for the purpose of treatment and disability benefit application.
• Develop and oversee individualized treatment plans in collaboration with the multidisciplinary team.
• Provide pharmacological treatment and ongoing medication management.
• Collaborate with psychology, social work, nursing, occupational therapy and other professionals in a team-based approach.
• Participate in case conferences and interdisciplinary consultations.
• Provide support in crisis intervention as needed.
• Document assessments, treatment plans, and progress notes in accordance with clinic protocols.
• Incorporate the Client Reported Outcome Monitoring Information System (CROMIS) during initial assessment and subsequent follow ups with each client to assess progress and response to treatment.
• Contribute to program development, education, research and quality improvement initiatives.
• As member of the department of psychiatry, HHN you will be expected to participate in a psychiatry on-call, and ECT schedule as required by the department.

(Note: These responsibilities are the basic and prime duties associated with this position; other related and allied duties may be assigned from time to time as may be necessary to the operation of Horizon Health Network.)

Who you are

• Doctor of Medicine (MD) with specialization in Psychiatry.
• FRCPC certification in Psychiatry (or eligibility) through the Royal College of Physicians and Surgeons of Canada.
• Licensure or eligibility for licensure with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of New Brunswick.
• Experience in trauma-informed care, military/veteran mental health, or related areas is highly preferred.
• Excellent communication, clinical judgment, and interpersonal skills.
• Written and spoken competence in English is required at an advanced level. Bilingual (English and French) skills would be considered an asset.
• Must demonstrate ability to work effectively in a multidisciplinary team.

The physician must also meet continuing education requirements, adhere to departmental and health authority policies, comply with relevant legislation, and follow professional ethical standards set by regulatory bodies.

Interested? Apply Today!

If you have questions , please email [email protected] with the subject “Application for OSI Psychiatry, Fredericton”.