Psychiatry- Outpatient

Summary of Position

Temple University Hospital is a nationally recognized academic medical center committed to delivering exceptional care to a diverse and underserved community. Our Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Science is at the forefront of advancing mental health through innovative clinical care, education, and research. We are seeking an Outpatient Adult Psychiatrist to join our dynamic team and help shape the future of psychiatric services at Temple Health. This position offers an exciting opportunity to provide high-quality, patient-centered care while teaching the next generation of psychiatrists in a collaborative academic environment.

 

 

The Opportunity

The successful candidate will: 

• With case management support, deliver short-term medication management and transition-of-care services for patients discharged from the behavioral health units at Temple Episcopal Campus.
• Maintain a panel of adult patients for ongoing care.
• Teach and supervise psychiatry residents and other trainees in the outpatient setting, with an emphasis on psychotherapy, combined treatment approaches, and specialized medication management.
• Participate in collaborative care initiatives through the department's integrated behavioral health programs.

Candidate Qualifications

• MD, DO or foreign equivalent 
• Board eligibility or certification in Psychiatry (APBN)
• Ability to obtain an unrestricted medical license & DEA from the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania prior to employment
• Commitment to excellence in patient care, medical education, and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Interest in academic psychiatry, teaching, and scholarly activity preferred

Features and Benefits

• Compensation consistent with leading academic institutions and CME Funds
• Vacation, Holiday, Sick and CME Time
• Generous 403b retirement match
• 457b
• Health, dental, and vision
• Malpractice
• Tuition remission
• Savi- student loan repayment program

We are committed to fostering a welcoming environment for students, faculty, and staff. We believe that diversity (of experiences, thought, etc.) enriches our learning environment and strengthens our academic community. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives will enhance our commitment to these values.

 

About Temple Health: Temple Health is a major Philadelphia-based academic health system that is driving medical advances through clinical innovation, pioneering research and world-class education. The health system’s 1,550+ physicians and scientists share a common mission of bringing tomorrow’s treatments to the bedside today, helping them achieve outcomes once thought impossible.

 

Temple Health is an educational partner with the Lewis Katz School of Medicine at Temple University, providing medical education to the next generation of physicians and biomedical scientists.

 

About Philadelphia: Located in the heart of Philadelphia, TUHS provides access to a diverse and culturally rich city with thriving neighborhoods, arts, and cuisine.

"Philadelphia is a city of firsts: first hospital, first library, first medical school. It’s a place where big ideas come to life." – Alexander Hamilton

 

Procedure for CandidacyTo 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 Barghini, MD, Interim Chair, Psychiatry & Behavioral Science, Temple University Hospital, C/O Heather Gavitt, Senior Recruiter, Physician/Faculty Recruitment & Retention, [email protected]

 

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

Temple University values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by law.