Addiction Medicine Consultant Courtenay/Comox

Island Health • comox, Canada

Location comox, comox valley regional district
Job Type Full-time
Posted June 01, 2026

Role Description

Provide expert Addiction Medicine services to clients at Island Health's acute care facilities in Courtenay/Comox. This role involves collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to enhance patient care through targeted addiction consultations.
The ideal candidate will function as a General Practitioner or Specialist focusing on addiction medicine. Responsibilities include assessment, symptom management, and treatment initiation for substance use issues during hospitalization. The successful applicant will also liaise with community-based treatment resources and contribute to medical education.
Key Responsibilities:
• Conduct addiction assessments for hospitalized patients
• Manage challenging withdrawal symptoms effectively
• Initiate opioid agonist therapy during patient stay
• Collaborate with nursing and social work teams
• Provide training to medical students and residents
Requirements:
• Clinical faculty appointment at UBC required
• Experience in add...

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