Academic Geriatric Psychiatrist - Greenville, North Carolina

A well-established academic healthcare organization is seeking a fellowship-trained, Board-Eligible/Board-Certified Geriatric Psychiatrist to join a growing psychiatry and behavioral health division. This position offers a balanced mix of clinical care, teaching, and academic involvement within a collaborative, multidisciplinary environment.

Position Highlights

• Academic practice setting with opportunities for teaching and scholarly activity
• Combination of inpatient and outpatient responsibilities
• Work with geriatric patients in both clinic and hospital settings
• Opportunity to participate in or lead development of a geriatric psychiatry fellowship program
• Potential to develop and expand consultation services for nursing facilities
• Collaborative environment with neuropsychology and multidisciplinary support teams
• Standard schedule: Monday–Friday, daytime hours with shared call responsibilities
• Strong support structure including resident coverage

About the Community

This opportunity is located in a mid-sized, university-centered city in eastern North Carolina, offering:

• Affordable cost of living and diverse housing options
• Access to outdoor recreation including waterways, trails, and coastal areas
• A growing arts, dining, and cultural scene
• Proximity to larger metro areas and coastal destinations

Requirements:
General Job Requirements

• Provide psychiatric evaluation, diagnosis, and treatment for geriatric patients
• Manage care across inpatient, outpatient, and consultative settings
• Collaborate with interdisciplinary teams including physicians, therapists, and social workers
• Participate in teaching medical students, residents, and/or fellows
• Engage in program development, quality improvement, and/or research activities
• Maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation
• Adhere to all regulatory, ethical, and organizational standards
• MD or DO degree from an accredited medical school
• Completion of psychiatry residency
• Completion of fellowship training in Geriatric Psychiatry (preferred or required depending on role)
• Board Eligible or Board Certified in Psychiatry
• Eligible for or able to obtain state medical licensure
• Strong clinical, communication, and interpersonal skills
• Interest in academic medicine, teaching, or program development (preferred)
• Ability to work effectively in a team-based, multidisciplinary environment

Benefits:
Compensation & Benefits

• Competitive salary based on experience and academic background
• Comprehensive benefits package including:
• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Retirement plan
• Paid time off (vacation, sick leave, CME)
• Malpractice coverage (including tail)
• Relocation assistance
• Disability and life insurance

• Eligibility for student loan repayment programs (where applicable)