Open Rank Faculty - Weekend Part-Time Mental Health Crisis Unit (Psychiatry)

Morehouse School of Medicine; Atlanta (GA); On-site; USD 125,000 - 135,000; Full time

Job summary

The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Morehouse School of Medicine invites applications for an Open Rank Faculty position in the Mental Health Crisis Unit (Psychiatry). The role includes clinical care at a behavioral health crisis center and opportunities in teaching and resident supervision.

Candidates must be board-certified or board-eligible in General Psychiatry, hold an unrestricted Georgia medical license, and demonstrate a commitment to advancing mental health equity

Qualifications

• MD or DO with board eligibility/certification in Psychiatry.
• Unrestricted Georgia Medical License.
• Board Certification in Psychiatry.
• Strong interpersonal, clinical, and professional skills.
• Preferred: Psychiatry Resident and NP supervision experience.

Responsibilities

• Provide psychiatric care in a behavioral health crisis center.
• Supervise Crisis Center Nurse Practitioners.
• Participate in patient safety and quality improvement activities.
• Contribute to scholarly activities and the educational mission.
• Participate in faculty development programs.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Clinical skills

Nurse Practitioner supervision

Team collaboration

Education

MD/DO degree

Georgia medical license

Job description

Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Employment in this role may be contingent upon extramural funding and successful performance and may be terminated or reduced in percentage of appointment if such funding is not secured or ceases to be available.

About MSM

Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) is a place of distinction, serving as the nation’s leading academic medical center for vulnerable populations. It’s also a place for passionate individuals looking to join a dedicated community working today to help prepare tomorrow’s leaders.

We exist to:

• Improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities;
• Increase the diversity of the health professional and scientific workforce;
• Address primary health care through programs in education, research and service;
• With emphasis on people of color and the under-served urban and rural populations in Georgia, the nation and the world.

At Morehouse School of Medicine, we’re leading the creation and advancement of health equity. You will find a fulfilling career at MSM !

Posting Number

ACAD492

Job Title

Position Title

Position Title

Open Rank Faculty Mental Health Crisis Unit (Psychiatry)

Position Type

Faculty

Number of Vacancies

1

Salary

Prorated from 250-270K Base Salary, Commensurate w/credentials experience. PT so total salary is $125-135K for Sat. And Sunday on site coverage. This position is benefits eligible.

Position Summary

The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Morehouse School of Medicine seeks an Adjunct Instructor, Assistant or Associate Professor of Psychiatry who is board-certified or board-eligible in General Psychiatry. The successful candidate should be community-oriented with a demonstrated interest in and commitment to advancing mental health equity through clinical care, education, and scholarship. This position includes clinical experience at a behavioral health crisis center, as well as resident teaching and NP supervision. The appointment also allows for medical student teaching.

General Responsibilities

Engage in teaching, scholarship, and clinical service in psychiatry and behavioral sciences consistent with the department’s needs and the faculty member’s interests. Participate in select administrative duties such as serving on departmental, UME and/or GME , and/or institutional committees.

Reports to

• Direct Report – Crisis Unit Medical Director

Minimum Qualifications

• MD or DO degree
• Unrestricted Georgia Medical License
• Board Certification in Psychiatry
• Strong interpersonal, clinical, and professional skills
• Preferred Qualifications: Psychiatry Resident and Nurse Practitioner Supervision Experience

Preferred Qualifications

• Acute Psychiatric Care Experience
• Psychiatry Resident and Nurse Practitioner Supervision Experience

Closing Date

Open Until Filled Yes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Employment in this role may be contingent upon extramural funding and successful performance and may be terminated or reduced in percentage of appointment if such funding is not secured or ceases to be available.

Morehouse School of Medicine is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Morehouse School of Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.

Job Duties

• Provide psychiatric care in a behavioral health crisis center.
• Supervise Crisis Center Nurse Practitioners
• Participate in patient safety and quality improvement activities
• Contribution to scholarly activities and the educational mission

Participate in faculty development programs

* The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.*

Pre-Employment/Employment Requirements

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization

Immunization Requirements

It is MSM’s Immunization policy that all Prospective Employees are encouraged to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID -19 prior to commencement of employment. If employment will commence during Flu Season, MSM requires all individuals to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless granted an exemption. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain an exemption from MSM will result in rescission of a candidate’s offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

Our Vision

Our vision is to lead the creation and advancement of health equity.

Contact Information

Morehouse School of Medicine
720 Westview Drive
Atlanta, GA 30310
404-752-1500

Partner Site(s)

Morehouse Healthcare