Assistant/Associate/Professor - Inpatient Psychiatry Services, Central Vermont Medical Center

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Position will be posted for a minimum of one week, after which it is subject to removal without notice.

Faculty Position

Inpatient Psychiatrist

University of Vermont Health Network

The University of Vermont, Robert Larner, MD, College of Medicine and the University of Vermont Health Network - Central Vermont Medical Center (UVMHN-CVMC) are seeking a full-time faculty member at the Assistant/Associate/Professor level on the clinical scholar pathway to join an enthusiastic team of professionals on the Inpatient Psychiatry Service.

This attending psychiatrist will join an existing inpatient team of psychiatrists, nurses, social workers, activities therapists, nurse practitioners, and physician's assistants to provide psychiatry inpatient care primarily at the Central Vermont Medical Center in Berlin, VT. The selected candidate will provide direct patient care and team leadership on the inpatient unit, with coverage of the emergency department, and consultation on the medical-surgical service. The inpatient service is a 12- bed state-of-the-art adult unit located in a 122-bed community hospital. Opportunities exist to train in and perform ECT.

The University of Vermont, Robert Larner, MD, College of Medicine Psychiatry Service hosts medical students on clerkships and electives, sponsors a residency in psychiatry, and sponsors a fellowship in child psychiatry. This faculty member will be a key participant in the education of medical student trainees. An appreciation of the importance of and satisfaction from performing these critical functions and an ability to work collaboratively are essential. An interest in clinical research, teaching, and/or public health is a plus. Knowledge of evidence-based medical practice is essential.

Applicants must have a medical degree, eligible for a Vermont medical license, and be board certified/eligible in psychiatry. Fellowship training and experience in inpatient settings is very desirable.

The Montpelier-Barre area offers easy access to a number of outdoor activities such as mountain biking, skiing, hunting, fishing, and hiking. The public schools are well regarded and offer progressive education and sports programs. CVMC is approximately 40 miles to Burlington, providing a culturally rich environment. Montreal and Boston are within easy driving distances.

Interested candidates must apply online at www.uvmjobs.com (with CV, cover letter and names and addresses of three references) under Position Number 00026911.
To discuss potential interest, please contact:

Michael Hoffnung, MD

E-mail: Michael.hoffnung@uvmhealth.org

The University is especially interested in candidates who can contribute to the diversity and excellence of the academic community through their research, teaching, and/or service. Applicants are requested to include in their cover letter information about how they will further this goal.

The University of Vermont is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, protected veteran status, or any other category legally protected by federal or state law. The University encourages applications from all individuals who will contribute to the diversity and excellence of the institution.

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.

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