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Geriatric Psychiatry Opportunity

The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine at the Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) invites applications for a full-time faculty position at the assistant or associate professor level.

As a Geriatric Psychiatrist at MCW, you will play a vital role in our Geriatric Psychiatry Program. You will provide expert psychiatric care for our elderly patients, addressing their unique mental health needs.

Key Responsibilities:

• Conduct psychiatric assessments and evaluations for elderly patients.
• Develop and implement treatment plans, including medication management and psychotherapy.
• Collaborate with a team of healthcare professionals to ensure integrated care.
• Address the specific mental health challenges faced by geriatric patients, including dementia, depression, anxiety, and cognitive disorders.

Why Choose MCW:

MCW is a private, freestanding medical school that is widely respected as an academic center of excellence for the education and training of physicians and scientists, development of graduate and undergraduate medical education programs, basic and translational research, and distinction in multidisciplinary clinical programs.

It is ranked as one of the nation's top 50 academic research institutions.

MCW offers a vibrant and supportive work environment, with opportunities for professional growth and development. We are a leader in healthcare and education, and our commitment to patient-centered care is unwavering.

About Milwaukee:

Milwaukee is the cultural and economic center of Wisconsin with a population of just under 2 million people. Located on the beautiful west coast of Lake Michigan.

The city boasts a very reasonable cost of living and a four-season climate.

Milwaukee is home to three major sports teams, many shopping centers and malls, and a variety of county parks in addition to a beautiful lakefront.

Milwaukee offers excellent ballet, opera, and symphony. An outstanding zoo provides enjoyment for the entire family.

Summer music festivals on the lakefront are among the largest in the nation.

Excellent public schools as well.

If you are passionate about psychology, have a heart for patient care, and are ready to be a valuable part of our growing program, we encourage you to apply.

Position Requirements:

• Medical degree and board certification in psychiatry.
• Subspecialty board certification in geriatric psychiatry is preferred.
• A valid license to practice psychiatry in the state of Wisconsin.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Compassion and empathy for the unique needs of geriatric patients.

MCW as an Equal Opportunity Employer and Commitment to Non-Discrimination:

The Medical College of Wisconsin (MCW) is an Equal Opportunity Employer.

We are committed to fostering a diverse community of outstanding faculty, staff, and students, as well as ensuring equal educational opportunity, employment, and access to services, programs, and activities, without regard to an individual's race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, sex, gender identity/expression, sexual orientation, marital status, pregnancy, predisposing genetic characteristic, or military status.

Employees, students, applicants or other members of the MCW community (including but not limited to vendors, visitors, and guests) may not be subjected to harassment that is prohibited by law or treated adversely or retaliated against based upon a protected characteristic.

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