Geriatric Psychiatrist

Geriatric Psychiatry Faculty Role – Compassionate Inpatient Care at Temple Health – Chestnut Hill Hospital
Senior Behavioral Health Unit (SBHU)
Faculty Appointment Available | Fellowship-trained Geriatric Psychiatrists are encouraged to apply!
Temple Health – Chestnut Hill Hospital is seeking a BC/BE Psychiatrist to join our Senior Behavioral Health Unit, a 20-bed inpatient program dedicated to the compassionate, high-quality care of older adults with acute psychiatric needs. This is a faculty role within the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, offering the opportunity to combine meaningful inpatient clinical work with academic engagement, while practicing in a supportive community hospital environment.
The SBHU provides short-term inpatient stabilization for older adults experiencing conditions such as depression, psychosis, bipolar disorder, and anxiety. Our interdisciplinary team emphasizes patient- and family-centered care, education, and thoughtful discharge planning to support long-term recovery and continuity of care.
Located in the picturesque Chestnut Hill neighborhood, this role offers the rare blend of mission-driven care, academic access, and lifestyle balance, supported by the clinical, educational, and research resources of Temple University Health System.
Why Temple – Chestnut Hill
• Faculty Role with Academic Access
• Appointment at the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, with opportunities to engage in teaching, mentorship, and academic collaboration, supported by the resources of a leading academic medical center.
• Balanced, Sustainable Schedule
• Enjoy a Monday–Friday schedule with a light call structure (phone-only weeknights and rotating weekends), designed to support long-term career satisfaction.
• Focused, Impactful Clinical Work
• Care for patients on a 20-bed inpatient unit
• Manage approximately 3–5 inpatient consults daily
• Work alongside an experienced multidisciplinary team including psychiatrists, psychiatric NPs, social workers, nurses, therapists, and behavioral health technicians
• Mission-Driven Practice
Be part of Temple Health’s longstanding commitment to equitable, high-quality care, serving diverse and often vulnerable populations with dignity and compassion.
Why Chestnut Hill
Chestnut Hill offers a rare blend of charm, accessibility, and quality of life that appeals to physicians at every stage of their career. Known as Philadelphia’s “garden district,” the neighborhood features tree-lined streets, historic architecture, boutique shopping, and top-tier dining, all within a close-knit, welcoming community.
Physicians Enjoy:
• Easy access to Center City Philadelphia and surrounding suburbs
• Proximity to Fairmount Park and Wissahickon Valley Park, with miles of scenic trails
• Excellent schools and vibrant cultural institutions
• A peaceful, residential feel without sacrificing urban amenities
It’s an ideal setting for clinicians seeking a balanced lifestyle, offering space to recharge while remaining closely connected to one of the nation’s most dynamic healthcare and academic communities.
Compensation & Benefits
Temple Health offers a competitive salary and a comprehensive benefits package, including:
• Generous retirement match
• Tuition remission (as a Temple faculty member)
• CME support
• Robust health and wellness benefits
All within a culture that values collaboration, education, and physician well-being.
Candidate Qualifications
• MD, DO, or foreign equivalent
• Board eligible or board certified in Psychiatry (ABPN)
• Fellowship training in Geriatric Psychiatry preferred
• Eligibility for unrestricted Pennsylvania medical license and DEA prior to start
Procedure for Candidacy :
To be considered for this position, you must complete an online application. Your application will not be considered complete until you have submitted all the required documents and information.
Application materials should include : a curriculum vitae; a personal statement stating your qualifications, professional goals, three professional references, names/contact information, and a statement describing working effectively in an urban environment is strongly encouraged.
Please address your application to : Ruby H. Barghini, MD, MS Interim Chair, Department of Psychiatry & Behavioral Science, C/O Heather Gavitt, Sr. Physician/Faculty Recruiter, Office of Physician/Faculty Recruitment & Retention, Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University.
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