Open Rank Faculty - Mental Health Crisis Unit (Psychiatry)

Posting Details

Position Details

About MSM

Morehouse School of Medicine (MSM) is a place of distinction, serving as the nation's leading academic medical center for vulnerable populations. It's also a place for passionate individuals looking to join a dedicated community working today to help prepare tomorrow's leaders.

We exist to:

• Improve the health and well-being of individuals and communities;
• Increase the diversity of the health professional and scientific workforce;
• Address primary health care through programs in education, research and service;

With emphasis on people of color and the under-served urban and rural populations in Georgia, the nation and the world.

At Morehouse School of Medicine, we're leading the creation and advancement of health equity. You will find a fulfilling career at MSM!

Posting Number ACAD492 Job Title Open Rank Faculty - Mental Health Crisis Unit (Psychiatry) Position Title Open Rank Faculty - Mental Health Crisis Unit (Psychiatry) Position Type Faculty Number of vacancies 1 Salary Commensurate with credentials experience Department Psychiatry Position Summary

The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Morehouse School of Medicine seeks an Adjunct Instructor, Assistant or Associate Professor of Psychiatry who is board-certified or board-eligible in General Psychiatry. The successful candidate should be community-oriented with a demonstrated interest in and commitment to advancing mental health equity through clinical care, education, and scholarship. This position includes clinical experience at a behavioral health crisis center, as well as resident teaching and NP supervision. The appointment also allows for medical student teaching.

General Responsibilities:

Engage in teaching, scholarship, and clinical service in psychiatry and behavioral sciences consistent with the department's needs and the faculty member's interests. Participate in select administrative duties such as serving on departmental, UME and/or GME, and/or institutional committees.

Reports to:

Department Chairperson

Minimum Qualifications

MD degree

Georgia Medical License or ability to obtain one

Board Certification in Psychiatry

Strong interpersonal, clinical, and professional skills

Acute Psychiatric Care Administration Experience

Preferred Qualifications

Acute Psychiatric Care Experience

Psychiatry Resident and Nurse Practitioner Supervision Experience

Closing Date Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants

Employment in this role may be contingent upon extramural funding and successful performance and may be terminated or reduced in percentage of appointment if such funding is not secured or ceases to be available.

Quick Link https://careers.msm.edu/postings/22572 EEO Statement Summary

Morehouse School of Medicine is an equal opportunity/equal access/affirmative action employer fully committed to achieving a diverse workforce and complies with all Federal and Georgia State laws, regulations, and executive orders regarding non-discrimination and affirmative action. Morehouse School of Medicine does not discriminate on the basis of race, age, color, religion, national origin or ancestry, sex, gender, disability, veteran status, genetic information, sexual orientation, or gender identity or expression.

Job Duties

Description of Job Duty

Provide care in a mental health crisis unit.

Serve on department, institutional, and community-based committees

Provide medical student, resident, and/or fellow teaching and supervision

Contribution to scholarly activities

Participation in faculty development programs

• The above statements describe the general nature and level of work being performed by individuals assigned to this classification. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties required of personnel so classified.*

Pre-Employment/Employment Requirements

All offers of employment are contingent upon successful completion of all pre-employment screenings.

Immunization

Immunization Requirements

It is MSM's Immunization policy that all Prospective Employees are encouraged to provide proof that they are vaccinated against COVID-19 prior to commencement of employment. If employment will commence during Flu Season, MSM requires all individuals to provide proof that they are vaccinated against Seasonal Influenza for the current Flu Season, unless granted an exemption. Failure to provide proof of vaccination for any required vaccines or obtain an exemption from MSM will result in rescission of a candidate's offer of employment or disciplinary action up to and including termination.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Curriculum Vitae or Resume
• Professional License
• Federal DEA Registration

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter