Geriatric Psychiatrist, faculty appointment Carilion Clinic VTCSOM $300K-$387K - Southern Virginia

Company: Carilion Clinic
Location: Roanoke
Posted on: September 1, 2020

Job Description:

Psychiatrist Geriatric opportunity with "faculty appointment" Carilion Clinic VTCSOM- Roanoke VirginiaCarilion Clinic an academic medical center located in Roanoke, Virginia, has opportunities available for Geriatric Psychiatrists to join the faculty of the Department of Psychiatry. These positions offer the opportunity for teaching Psychiatry fellows and medical students at Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine in Roanoke, but the amount of responsibility will vary. Positions are available immediately due to ongoing growth and expansion.Geriatric Psychiatry at Carilion ClinicOur Geriatric Psychiatrists work with patients through the aging process treat patients with depression due to the aging process and those experiencing behavioral issues as a result of cognitive decline (Dementia). We do not see patients with a long-term history of mental illness, but rather those with newly onset symptoms. Our geriatric psychiatrists see patients both in the outpatient clinic setting as well as in the nursing home setting. In the clinic, we work as an interdisciplinary team along Social Workers and nurses.** The schedule is 8-5pm M-F with a mixture of nursing home and outpatient clinic visits. No call, but there may be the option to take call with the general psychiatry group. **Great Place to Raise a Family--- A low cost of living and wonderful housing options--- Exceptional public and private school options--- An abundance of outdoor recreation on more than 30 miles of paved greenways and 600 miles of hiking and biking trails throughout the region--- Nestled beneath the beautiful Blue Ridge Mountains--- Small-town feel without having to sacrifice access to big-city amenitiesThe Virginia Tech Carilion (VTC) Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Medicine is a strong and growing presence in regional healthcare. Our Department is based in Roanoke Virginia and has clinical, educational, and research sites throughout the region. Our Faculty are based in Roanoke at the Carilion Clinic (a Top 100 Hospital;--https://www.carilionclinic.org/--), in Radford at the Carilion New River Valley Hospital, at the Salem VAMC, and at the Catawba Hospital. We are part of the VTC School of Medicine (http://medicine.vtc.vt.edu/about/), one of the newest and most innovative medical schools in the nation. We work closely with the VTC Research Institute (http://research.vtc.vt.edu/about/), headed by the neuroscientist Michael Friedlander PhD, that has over $70 Million of current funding. The Department is focused on the extensive development and implementation of patient-centered research utilizing measurement-based care.About the Roanoke ValleyThe Roanoke Valley is a metro area of 300,000 and has consistently been rated among the "best places to live" in the nation and features exceptional schools, low cost of living, inexpensive real estate, and abundant outdoor activities in an exceptional setting along the Blue Ridge Parkway, Appalachian Trail, Smith Mountain Lake, and surrounding areas.The Roanoke Valley was named one of the ten most bike-friendly areas in the United States by USA Today Travel and our mountain biking has been featured by internationally-known outlets such as Pinkbike, Singletracks, Men's Journal, and Mpora. The popular Carvins Cove is regarded as a bucket list trail system for mountain bikers from around the world.Interested in hiking? Roanoke is the largest city on the Appalachian Trail, and the local trio of Dragon's Tooth, McAfee Knob, and Tinker Cliffs has become collectively known as the Triple Crown of Virginia - showcasing three of the most beautiful summits of the A.T.The region is home to the Blue Ridge Parkway, regarded as "America's Favorite Drive" because of its spectacular beauty, Smith Mountain Lake - the "Jewel of the Blue Ridge," and four amazing Virginia State Parks.Located at the southern tip of Virginia's Shenandoah Valley, easy interstate access allows for driving distance to the Atlantic Ocean beaches and major metropolitan areas.About CarilionAt Carilion, our employees know they can depend on each other to give their all every day, working together to do the job right. Our sense of family is what makes us a strong, growing organization. If you're looking for a place where talents are embraced, discoveries are made and care makes a real difference, this is where it all happens.Together we have been recognized with designations, awards, and honors, accreditation by The Joint Commission, magnet designation by the American Nurses Credentialing Center, accreditation with commendation from the Commission on Cancer, American College of Surgeons, and five-star Excellence in Healthcare Awards for patient experience by Professional Research Consultants just to name a few.And...Carilion Clinic is Virginia's largest private employer west of Richmond. We provide exceptional care for nearly one million Virginians, with seven hospitals and--225 practice sites. Our network of 1,000+ providers in--75+ specialties provides faster access to patient information and histories with the sophisticated, fully integrated Epic electronic medical record system.Through our commitment to medical education and research, Carilion Clinic has become a leader in healthcare. A full-time medical education faculty works with over 270 residents in 25+ GME residency & fellowship programs at Carilion Roanoke Memorial Hospital. The Virginia Tech Carilion School of Medicine and Fralin Biomedical Research Institute leverages Virginia Tech's world class strength in basic sciences,--bioinformatics and engineering with Carilion Clinic's highly experienced medical staff.Working with us is an opportunity to help create momentum, elevate your thinking, and continually improve our service to the mountain communities of Virginia's Blue Ridge region.--Make your tomorrow with us - Where the air is clean, people are kind, and life is good.--Equal Opportunity EmployerMinorities/Females/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities/Sexual Orientation/Gender Identity--Carilion Clinic is a drug-free workplace.

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