UCSF Geriatrician

Job Description

The Division of Geriatrics in the Department of Medicine at the University of California, San Francisco (UCSF) invites applications for faculty positions in Geriatric Medicine at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor. The division seeks physicians committed to advancing the care of older adults through clinical excellence and education, with opportunities for scholarship in quality improvement and medical education.

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Faculty may concentrate their practice in a single setting or combine settings spanning outpatient primary care, home-based care, inpatient geriatric medicine at two hospitals, and post-acute rehabilitation. Clinical assignments are tailored, whenever possible, to each faculty member's interests, strengths, and career goals, whether the candidate prefers a practice devoted entirely to rehabilitation or inpatient medicine, home-based care, or a blended model.

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About the Division

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The UCSF Division of Geriatrics is nationally recognized as the #1 geriatrics program in the country and is part of an institution designated by the Institute for Healthcare Improvement as an Age-Friendly Health System at the highest level of recognition. Faculty are leaders in geriatric and palliative medicine, delivering compassionate, person-centered care across a wide range of clinical settings throughout the UCSF system, including Parnassus Heights, Mission Bay, Zuckerberg San Francisco General Hospital, the San Francisco VA Medical Center, and the UCSF Center for Geriatric Care. The division offers an exceptional academic environment where physicians can engage in world-renowned research, innovative aging and dementia care programs, and meaningful educational initiatives that shape the future of healthcare for older adults. Faculty benefit from a highly collaborative community dedicated to mentorship, professional development, scholarly advancement, and excellence in patient care, education, and research.

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Clinical Settings:

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Faculty will hold primary clinical responsibilities in one or more of the following settings:

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• Outpatient Geriatric Primary Care, UCSF Center for Geriatric Care: Longitudinal primary care for older adults, predominantly age 80 and above, with extended visit times .
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• Home-Based Primary and Palliative Care, UCSF Care at Home: Home-based primary care and longitudinal palliative care for frail older adults with complex care needs throughout San Francisco.
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• Inpatient Geriatric Medicine, UCSF Parnassus Hospital: Attending responsibilities across the Acute Care for Elders (ACE) Unit, Age-Friendly Emergency Department, Geriatrics Consultation, and Geriatrics-Orthopedic Co-management services.
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• Post-Acute Rehabilitation, San Francisco Campus for Jewish Living: Primary care provider responsibility for a 30-patient post-acute census, including clinical oversight of a nurse practitioner within an interdisciplinary team.
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• Inpatient Geriatric Medicine, UCSF Stanyan Hospital: Inpatient geriatrics consultationwithin a new and growing ACE Unit and Consult Service, with a major teaching role for trainees, attendings, and interprofessional colleagues, and required participation in quality improvement.
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Desired Qualifications and Attributes:

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• Candidates at all career stages, from recent fellowship graduates to experienced clinicians, are encouraged to apply.
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• A demonstrated commitment to person-centered, interprofessional care of older adults.
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• Comfort caring for patients with sensory, functional, cognitive, psychiatric, and mobility-related disabilities, and clear communication suited to a hearing-impaired population.
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• Interest in teaching and in contributing to a collegial, education-oriented faculty culture.
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• For inpatient positions, a commitment to improving outcomes for hospitalized older adults through direct care and improvement of the system of care.
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• Alignment with the UCSF PRIDE values of Professionalism, Respect, Integrity, Diversity, and Excellence.
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What We Offer:

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• Faculty appointment in the UCSF School of Medicine (rank and step commensurate with experience).
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• Competitive compensation and UC benefits, including pension and health coverage.
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• Access to UCSF's integrated health system and the full range of specialist support.
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• Support services including case management and social work, a mindfulness-based stress reduction class, patient relations, and spiritual care.
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• Quality improvement research and medical education opportunities, depending on your interests.
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Requirements:

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• Candidates must hold an MD or equivalent degree.
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• Candidates must hold a California medical license or be eligible for full, unrestricted licensure by the time of hire.
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• Board Certified / Board Eligible in Geriatric Medicine.
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• Completion of a Geriatric Medicine fellowship is required.
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• Must be a US Citizen or Green Card holder (visa sponsorship not available).
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Why Live & Work in San Francisco?

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• World-Class Parks and Open Space: From Golden Gate Park to the coastline at Ocean Beach and the Presidio, the outdoors is part of everyday life in the city.
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• Distinct, Walkable Neighborhoods: Each neighborhood has its own character, from the Inner and Outer Richmond and Sunset to Noe Valley and the Mission.
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• A Celebrated Food Scene: San Francisco's restaurants, neighborhood cafes, and farmers markets reflect the diversity of the city.
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• Central, Connected, and Convenient: Muni, BART, and ferries link the city to the East Bay, the Peninsula, and Marin, and San Francisco International Airport offers nonstop flights worldwide.
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• Arts, Culture, and Community: Museums, performing arts, and year-round festivals make the city a vibrant place to live and work.
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Join Us at UCSF Health

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Join UCSF Health as a Geriatric Medicine Physician and be part of a team dedicated to improving the health, well-being, and quality of life of older adults.

\n The total compensation range for this position is $230,384 (Assistant Professor, Step 1) to $342,406 (Full Professor, Step 7). Total compensation includes base salary determined by rank and step plus negotiated pay for Health Sciences Compensation Plan members. This position includes membership in the health sciences compensation plan, which provides for eligibility for additional incentive pay. About UC San Francisco\n

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

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The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

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UCSF is committed to welcoming and serving all people, honoring the dignity of every individual without preference or prejudice, in support of its public mission and in alignment with our PRIDE values and Principles of Community.

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As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.
\n • “Misconduct” means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant’s previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, or discrimination, as defined by the employer.
\n • UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy
\n • UC Anti-Discrimination Policy
\n • APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment

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