Job Description

New Beginnings Recovery Home

is one of Canada's first BIPOC-owned residential treatment centres dedicated to addiction and mental health recovery.
Located in the Greater Toronto Area (GTA), we provide culturally responsive, trauma-informed care tailored to historically underserved and marginalized populations.

We are seeking a licensed physician to join our multidisciplinary team in a virtual capacity, conducting initial assessments and 1:1 sessions for clients entering our residential program.

Position Overview

Role:

Virtual Physician -- Intake & Ongoing 1:1 Care (co-facilitated)

Type:

Part-time / Contract / Flexible

Work Setting:

100% Virtual (supporting clients admitted to our GTA residential program)

Key Responsibilities

Conduct virtual 1:1 initial assessments for new admissions to determine clinical suitability for treatment Provide medical clearance for residential admission Identify contraindications, risks, or special care needs prior to entry Prepare and submit concise assessment summaries in our secure EMR system Provide in-house referrals to our consulting psychiatrist or other allied clinicians as needed Co-facilitate 1:1 virtual sessions directly with clients as part of their treatment plan, in collaboration with registered social workers and other staff. (Involvement of MD could be minimal) Engage in brief case discussions with the admissions and clinical team as required

Qualifications

Licensed MD in good standing with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO) Eligible to bill OHIP, independently or under a group billing structure Familiarity with K-codes and OHIP-funded mental health billing processes Experience in addiction medicine, psychiatry, or family medicine (preferred, not required) Competence in virtual care delivery and secure electronic documentation Commitment to anti-oppressive, trauma-informed, client-centered care

Scheduling & Flexibility

Fully virtual -- work from anywhere within Ontario Flexible scheduling (days, evenings, or weekends) Initial assessments: 20-40 minutes per client 1:1 follow-up sessions: scheduled as appropriate

Compensation

Initial assessments: $300/hour (flat rate) Ongoing 1:1 sessions: 80/20 revenue split (physician receives 20% of OHIP-billable services). Sessions are delivered by our staff under the physician's clinical oversight and review.

Billing & Collaboration Framework

Physicians enter a collaborative billing agreement with New Beginnings Recovery Home Group billing registration with OHIP is required to process claims Revenue-sharing applies to OHIP-billed services for 1:1 sessions and co-facilitated group participation Physicians gain access to: Consistent client referrals Full administrative and billing support Secure EMR and telehealth infrastructure Collaboration with an established addiction and mental health care team

Why Join New Beginnings

Joining New Beginnings allows you to contribute to a mission-driven, equity-focused treatment centre, supporting clients at the critical intake stage and throughout their recovery journey.
You'll provide essential clinical oversight, guide individualized treatment, and ensure safe, high-quality care for every client.

Ready to Join Us?

Apply directly through this post or:
Send your CV to: info@newbeginningsrecovery.ca
(Optional CC for quicker follow-up): neel.sookdeo@gmail.com

Job Types: Part-time, Casual, Seasonal

Pay: From $300.00 per hour

Benefits:

Casual dress Dental care Employee assistance program Extended health care On-site parking Paid time off Vision care
Application question(s):

Are you currently licensed to practice medicine in Ontario? (Licensed MD) Are you a member in good standing with the College of Physicians and Surgeons of Ontario (CPSO)? Are you eligible and set up to bill OHIP directly for billable services? Are you open to entering into a collaboration agreement where you bill OHIP and remit a portion of funds to New Beginnings Recovery Home for clinical and administrative support?
Work Location: Remote