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Inpatient Psychiatrist

Worcester, MA

UMass Memorial Healthcare, the academic teaching hospital and clinical partner of the University of Massachusetts Medical School, is seeking a full-time, board-certified psychiatrist with strong academic and clinical skills for our inpatient Psychiatric Treatment and Recovery Center (PTRC) in Worcester, MA.

The PTRC is a 26-bed locked, acute psychiatric unit located at 26 Queen Street in Worcester, MA. This program is a flagship teaching program of the department. It provides acute clinical care to patients challenged by significant mental illness and have or will need intense community support following discharge.

Under the direction of the unit's medical director and attending psychiatrists, patients receive comprehensive clinical assessment and multidisciplinary care that includes psychiatry, psychology, nursing, occupational therapy and social work, as well as referrals to other medical services depending on individual evaluation, acute need and treatment plan. Please visit the following link to learn more about our PTRC location: https://www.umassmed.edu/psychiatry/calendar/look-inside-the-ptrc/

We are the largest provider of psychiatric services in central Massachusetts, with over 375 faculty members and 12 hospitals and community mental health centers. The Department has outstanding training programs which include 27 residents and fellows, as well as 16 trainees. All of our Psychiatry positions offer the opportunity for the involvement in a full range of activities with access to the latest technology, research and clinical trials. This is a wonderful opportunity for both experienced physicians and graduating residents to join a large faculty who are creating innovative strides in research in conjunction with clinical and academic expertise. A faculty appointment, commensurate with experience, is also available. To learn more about the Department of Psychiatry's, please visit: https://www.umassmed.edu/psychiatry/dop/

Centrally located, Worcester is just miles from Boston, Providence, and Cape Cod, with a short ride to the scenic Berkshire and Wachusett Mountains. Our diverse city has nine colleges and universities, including the University of Massachusetts Medical School that overlooks the beautiful panoramic views of Lake Quinsigamond. The region boasts some of the safest towns to reside, as well as some of the best public-school systems in the United States. As the second largest city in New England, Worcester has powered a rise of booming technology, research, manufacturing and healthcare industries. Worcester is also home to the Hanover Theatre for Performing Arts, Worcester Art Museum and the family-friendly Ecotarium.

*J1 Waiver and H1B candidates are welcome

Interested applicants should submit a letter of interest and curriculum vitae addressed to:

Kimberly A. Yonkers, MD
Katz Family Chair of Psychiatry
University of Massachusetts Medical School
UMass Memorial Medical Center

c/o: Krystal Vincent, Physician Recruiter

Krystal.Vincent@umassmemorial.org

As the leading employer in the Worcester area, we seek talent and ideas from individuals of varied backgrounds and viewpoints.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability or protected veteran status.

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As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Memorial Health recognizes the power of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives and backgrounds. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, age, disability, gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or other status protected by law.

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