FACULTY PSYCHIATRIST AND DIRECTOR OF THE ELECTROCONVULSIVE THERAPY SERVICE, DIVISION OF SENIOR PSYCH

Job Description

Job Description

Job Opportunity: Geriatric or Neuropsychiatrist

Our organization is on the lookout for a fellowship-trained and board-certified Geriatric or Neuropsychiatrist, who is also skilled in electroconvulsive therapy (ECT). This role is within a tertiary academic practice that caters to both rural and urban populations. We welcome candidates with a demonstrated commitment to addressing the complex psychiatric needs of seniors. Preference will be given to those whose ECT credentials stem from an Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) training program. Ideal candidates will be exceptional clinician-educators dedicated to enhancing the lives of older adults and their families, and eager to collaborate with a team of like-minded professionals.

• Conduct evaluations and provide treatment for older adult patients facing a variety of complex psychiatric conditions.
• Collaborate closely with primary care and specialty care providers using a shared electronic medical record (EMR).
• Engage in teaching and mentoring Psychiatry residents, Geriatric Medicine fellows, medical students from Tufts University School of Medicine, and interns in Social Work and Psychology.
• Participate in continuous quality improvement initiatives to maintain high standards in safety, quality, and patient satisfaction.
• Apply for a faculty appointment at Tufts University School of Medicine.

The Senior Psychiatry Division is dedicated to the assessment and treatment of older adults with a wide range of psychiatric illnesses. Our clinical team comprises psychiatrists, psychologists, nurses, and social workers. We also have access to the 100-bed Spring Harbor Hospital and MaineHealth Behavioral Health, our comprehensive mental health service. Additionally, our facility includes P6, a specialized 21-bed geriatric/neuropsychiatry inpatient program, and a 63-bed Emergency Department featuring a 6-bed Acute Psychiatry Unit. ECT services are available for both inpatients and outpatients at our main location and other affiliated sites.

• Flexible call schedule.
• Generous paid time off and continuing medical education (CME) days.
• Substantial CME stipend.
• Comprehensive retirement plans.
• Extensive health insurance options.

Our organization is a not-for-profit integrated health system with a vision of "Working together so our communities are the healthiest in America." We encompass nine local health systems, a robust behavioral health care network, diagnostic services, home health agencies, and a workforce of 1,700 employed clinicians collaborating through the MaineHealth Medical Group. With around 22,000 team members, we provide preventive care, diagnosis, and treatment to 1.1 million residents across Maine and New Hampshire. Our Total Rewards package includes competitive benefits and resources tailored to meet the diverse needs of our workforce.

We are dedicated to fostering an equitable and inclusive environment that welcomes diverse faculty members.

Portland, located on the picturesque Maine coast, offers a unique blend of urban sophistication and small-town charm. The area is rich in recreational opportunities throughout the four seasons, including skiing, hiking, sailing, and enjoying miles of stunning beaches. Just a two-hour drive north of Boston, Portland is a vibrant and diverse community.

For more information about our organization and the benefits we offer, please explore our website.