Geriatric Psychiatry - Clinical Faculty

Istss; Chicago (IL); Sur place; USD 240 000 - 310 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Comprehensive benefits package

Sign-on and retention bonuses

Relocation allowances

Résumé du poste

Istss is seeking a Geriatric Psychiatrist to provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and management for patients aged 65 and older in Chicago, IL. The role involves diagnosing complex conditions and collaborating with interdisciplinary teams to develop effective care plans.

The Geriatric Psychiatrist will also participate in medical education, mentoring students and residents. The position offers a competitive salary range from $240,000 to $310,000 with benefits that include sign-on incentives, relocation allowances, and opportunities for increased compensation.

Qualifications

• M.D. or D.O. degree required with successful completion of Psychiatry Residency.
• Board certified or board eligible by ABPN.
• Current Illinois medical license needed.

Responsabilités

• Provide psychiatric evaluation for patients 65+, manage complex conditions.
• Collaborate with healthcare professionals to create care plans.
• Teach and mentor medical students and residents.

Connaissances

Psychiatric evaluation

Complex condition diagnosis

Integrated care planning

Formation

Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.)

Completion of accredited Psychiatry Residency

Completion of accredited Fellowship in Geriatric Psychiatry

Outils

Clinical supervision

Description du poste

Geriatric Psychiatry – Clinical Faculty

Rush University Medical Center, Chicago, IL

Position: Geriatric Psychiatrist.

Clinical Care

• Provide comprehensive psychiatric evaluation and management for patients aged 65 and older across various settings, including outpatient clinics and consultation‑liaison services within the hospital.
• Diagnose and treat complex conditions such as major neurocognitive disorders (dementia), mood disorders (geriatric depression), anxiety disorders, and psychosis in the context of advanced age and medical comorbidities.
• Collaborate closely with neurologists, geriatricians, primary care providers, and neuropsychologists to develop integrated care plans.

Education and Teaching

• Actively participate in the teaching of medical students and psychiatry residents.
• Develop and deliver lectures, seminars, and clinical supervision on topics specific to late‑life mental illness, psychopharmacology in the elderly, and ethical issues in geriatric care.
• Serve as a mentor to trainees interested in careers in geriatric psychiatry.

Position Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine (M.D.), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.), or equivalent degree.
• Successful completion of an accredited Psychiatry Residency program.
• Successful completion of an accredited Fellowship in Geriatric Psychiatry is preferred.
• Board certified or board eligible by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology (ABPN).
• Current, unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of Illinois (or eligible for licensure).

Compensation & Benefits

Pay Range: $240,000 - $310,000.

Offers a comprehensive benefits package and additional incentive programs including sign‑on and retention bonuses, relocation allowances, and opportunities for increased compensation based on exceeding productivity targets.

Rush is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, veteran status, and other legally protected characteristics.