Geriatric Psychiatrist

Position Highlights:

• Job Title: Geriatric Psychiatrist
• Location: Chicago and Evanston, IL
• Status: Full-time

A Brief Overview:

Endeavor Health's NorthShore Hospitals Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences is an ideal environment for providers who value exceptional clinical care and care coordination. We offer a full range of inpatient and outpatient psychiatric services for children, adolescents, and adults. Our team of psychiatrists, psychologists, and therapists deliver evidence-based care at 11 outpatient locations and 4 dedicated inpatient units.

What You Will Do:

• Establish a stimulating and varied outpatient psychiatry practice focusing on Geriatric Psychiatry.
• Inpatient and Outpatient Responsibilities:
  • Maintain an average of 30 bookable hours per week, combining both in-person and telehealth care, primarily serving the outpatient geriatric patient population.
  • Dedicate about 4 hours per week to developing a Geriatric Psychiatry outpatient program for all geriatric outpatients suitable for medical group care.
  • Participate in the Adult Psychiatry weekday call rotation and weekend coverage rotation, with obligations consistent with your peers in the Division of Adult Psychiatry.

What You Will Need:

• Completion or near completion of Geriatric Psychiatry Fellowship training program.
• Illinois medical license or pending.
• DEA/Controlled Substance License.
• Board Certified/Board Eligible with the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

Benefits:

• Career Pathways: Opportunities to promote professional growth and development.
• Academic Appointment: Possible appointment at the University of Chicago Pritzker School of Medicine.
• Healthcare: Various medical, dental, and vision options.
• Continuing Medical Education (CME): Support for professional development.
• Wellness Programs: Resources to support your well-being.
• Financial Benefits: Health Savings and/or Flexible Spending Account options, retirement options with company match.
• Work-Life Balance: Routine time off and holiday pay.
• Community Involvement: Opportunities to engage with the community.

Qualified candidate should are encouraged to apply online or submit their CV to: Shawn A. Watzka, Senior Physician Recruiter, swatzka@northshore.org