Psychiatrist

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.

Why apply to OHSU?

We are Oregon's only public academic health center. In addition to caring for patients, we lead groundbreaking research. We also train the next generation of health care professionals. As Portland's largest employer, we give you opportunities to learn and advance in a system of hospitals and clinics across Oregon and Southwest Washington. All are welcome. OHSU welcomes people of all ages, ethnicities, genders, national origins, religions and sexual orientations. We are striving to build an anti-racist, multicultural institution and encourage people with diverse backgrounds to apply. To request reasonable accommodation, contact [email protected]