Geriatric Psychiatrist

The Mount Sinai Health System is currently seeking a Full-time Geriatric Psychiatrist for Mount Sinai Beth Israel’s acute inpatient Geriatric Psychiatry Unit!

This is a position in our academic environment teaching medical students, residents and an active Geriatric Psychiatry Fellowship Program. The Icahn School of Medicine’s Department of Psychiatry is a vibrant community of clinicians, researchers, educators, and trainees committed to discovering the causes of, and better treatments for, mental illness and substance use disorders. We are ranked #6 nationally in NIH funding, and listed as one of the top regional hospital departments by U.S. News & World Report. The Mount Sinai Behavioral Health service line encompasses the clinical psychiatric services at Mount Sinai Beth Israel, Mount Sinai Hospital, Mount Sinai St. Luke’s, Mount Sinai West and Mount Sinai Queens.

The candidate should have fellowship training in Geriatric Psychiatry and be eligible to take the APBN subspecialty exam. Opportunities are available in teaching and leadership based on experience. This position includes an academic appointment at the Icahn School of Medicine commensurate with experience. The salary and benefits package are competitive. We offer a collegial environment in an expanding and growing department in the heart of lower Manhattan with an easy commute to a variety of areas in New York and New Jersey.

Qualifications:

  *   Board certified or board eligible Psychiatrist

  *   Fellowship training in geriatric psychiatry

  *   Possess NYS license to practice medicine

  *   At least one year post-residency clinical experience in an acute care psychiatric setting preferred

  *   Excellent clinical knowledge and communication skills required

  *   Must possess highly collaborative and proactive approach, and demonstrate commitment to high-quality, cost-effective health care

  *   A strong work ethic and desire to participate in and grow a team-oriented, performance-driven department

About the Mount Sinai Health System:

The Mount Sinai Health System is New York City's largest integrated delivery system, encompassing eight hospitals, a leading medical school, and a vast network of ambulatory practices throughout the greater New York region. Mount Sinai's vision is to produce the safest care, the highest quality, the highest satisfaction, the best access and the best value of any health system in the nation.

Please specify Job Title of interest and send CV with Cover Letter to:

Alex Cano, Director Physician Recruitment

alex.cano@mountsinai.org