Open Rank of Psychiatry in Geriatric Psychiatry

University of New Mexico; Albuquerque (NM); On-site; USD 180,000 - 260,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical insurance

Tuition remission

Life insurance

Job summary

The University of New Mexico Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences invites applications for an academic faculty psychiatrist in the Geriatric Psychiatry Division. Rank and salary are commensurate with experience.

Clinical work includes serving as an attending psychiatrist in a 16-bed unit and outpatient clinics, with opportunities for leadership, teaching, and research across the Health Sciences campus.

Qualifications

• Doctorate Degree (MD or equivalent).
• Adult board certification or eligibility.
• Minimum 1 year of clinical experience.

Responsibilities

• Attend as psychiatrist in geriatric unit and outpatient clinics.
• Engage in teaching, mentoring, and supervision of students and residents.
• Participate in leadership and scholarly activities within the division.

Skills

Adult board certified

Clinical experience

Education

MD or equivalent

Job description

Posting Number

req38204

Employment Type

Faculty

Faculty Type

Open Rank

Hiring Department

Psychiatry Psych (451A)

Academic Location

School of Medicine

Benefits Eligible

The University of New Mexico provides a comprehensive package of benefits including medical, dental, vision, and life insurance. In addition, UNM offers educational benefits through the tuition remission and dependent education programs. See the Benefits home page for more information.

Position Summary

The UNM Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences is eager to put together the right package for an individual with a passion for geriatric psychiatry and teaching, coupled with an interest in joining a team of talented, caring and committed faculty members. Applications are being accepted for an academic faculty psychiatrist, suitable for appointment at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or full Professor, for a position in our Geriatric Psychiatry Division. Clinical assignments will be at UNM Psychiatric Center. The successful candidate can take full advantage of opportunities available in our vibrant and active academic community. As an attending psychiatrist in our 16-bed geriatric psychiatry unit and outpatient clinics, the person selected will have a voice in developing the unit's direction as well as opportunities for multicultural clinical care and scholarly and collaborative research activities across the Health Sciences campus. There are many opportunities for professional development in leadership, administration, and education, including mentoring and supervision of medical students, residents, fellows, and trainees in related disciplines. Salary and academic rank are commensurate with experience and academic background.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctorate Degree (MD or equivalent);
• Adult Board Certified or Board Eligible
• Proven clinical experience - minimum 1 year;
• Licensable in New Mexico;
• Must be eligible to work in the United States.

Preferred Qualifications

• Educational, teaching and supervision experience with residents, fellows and medical students;
• Clinical leadership experience in an academic setting.
• Geriatric Board Certified or Board Eligible
• A demonstrated commitment to cultivate an understanding of the rich and varied cultures of New Mexico and to the success of the University's mission to serve local and global communities.

The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class.