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Psychiatrist

Oregon Health & Science University
place Hillsboro, 97124
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Psychiatry Other Behavioral, Mental, or Healthcare Field
local_atm $200K — $250K
Department Overview

Elderly adults experiencing changes in behavior and emotions need specialized care in a safe and supportive environment. The inpatient geriatric psychiatry facility at Hillsboro Medical Center provides coordinated care for the unique needs of older adults need of short term crisis stabilization to improve their quality of life and well-being.

Function/Duties of Position

As an OHSU employee, you will find opportunities to teach and mentor residents and fellows, participate in regular Grand Rounds presentations (1 AMA PRA Category 1 Credit), explore opportunities to serve and collaborate with a host of engaged faculty, staff and educators.

The Department has a fully accredited training program that seeks to deliver collaborative, high quality, compassionate, cost effective service that promotes education, research, and clinical leadership.

We are seeking an experienced Board Certified Psychiatrist wishing to participate in this exciting opportunity.

The primary function of the Geriatric Psychiatrist is to provide direct clinical care in the inpatient setting to geriatric patients. The program provides comprehensive inpatient mental health treatment in a positive and supportive environment.

Required Qualifications

  • MD/DO, Board Eligible or Board Certified in Psychiatry


Preferred Qualifications

  • Completion of Fellowship training in Geriatric Psychiatry


Additional Details

Apply here online. Please be sure to upload a cover letter and CV.

Professional Field

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Patient Focus

Diagnoses

Avoidant Personality Disorder

Age Groups

Adults
Elderly (65+)

Therapeutic Approach

Methodologies

ECT

Practice Specifics

Settings

Milieu
Research Facilities/Labs/Clinical Trials
Home Health/In-home