Psychiatry Physician

Job description

SLUCare Physician Group, the academic practice of Saint Louis University School of Medicine, is seeking a Board Certified or Board Eligible Adult Psychiatrist to join its academic psychiatry faculty. This position is primarily outpatient-based with opportunities for teaching, clinical supervision, and academic involvement within a collaborative, mission-driven department.

Outpatient Clinic Schedule:

New Patient Appointments:

60 minutes

Follow-Up Appointments:

30 minutes

Clinic Setting:

Faculty outpatient psychiatry clinic

Multidisciplinary team environment (residents, fellows, psychologists, social work)

Patient Population:

Adult psychiatry (18+)

Mix of mood disorders, anxiety, psychotic disorders, and complex psychiatric presentations

Clinical Effort Distribution:

Outpatient Psychiatry: 100%

Inpatient Psychiatry: 0% (no dedicated inpatient service)

(Note: Occasional inpatient consults may occur while on call, but there is no routine inpatient attending service.)

Call Schedule:

Rotating call:

One night every 2-3 weeks

Call rotation includes approximately 15 faculty members

Facilities Covered:

SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital

Call Description:

Home calls with phone triage and clinical decision making

Psychiatric consultations and urgent evaluations as needed

Resident support and supervision during call coverage

Call Intensity & Expectations:

Call volume is generally manageable and infrequent

Most calls involve:

Phone consultations

Guidance to residents

Occasional in-person evaluation if clinically necessary

The service is well supported by residents and hospital staff

Weekend Call Expectations:

While on weekend call, faculty can expect:

Minimal on-site time

Typically, 1-3 hours total per day, depending on consult volume

Many weekends may require no in-person presence at all

Academic Responsibilities:

Teaching and supervision of psychiatry residents and medical students

Participation in academic conferences, grand rounds, and educational activities

Opportunities for scholarly activity and academic advancement

Faculty appointment at Saint Louis University School of Medicine (rank commensurate with experience)

Qualifications:

MD or DO

Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry

Eligible for Missouri medical licensure

Commitment to academic medicine and education

Compensation & Benefits:

Competitive academic salary

Comprehensive benefits package including:

Health, dental, and vision insurance

Retirement plan with employer contribution

CME allowance

Paid malpractice insurance

Generous paid time off

About SLUCare Physician Group and SSM Health: SLUCare Physician Group and SSM Health have partnered for decades to provide exceptional medical services to patients at SSM Health Cardinal Glennon Childrens Hospital, SSM Health St. Marys Hospital, and, most recently SSM Health Saint Louis University Hospital.

SLUCares more than 600 faculty, other academic medical professionals, and staff are now a dedicated academic physician division within SSM Health and continue their work as researchers and educators. They will collaborate with SSM Health Medical Groups more than 600 community-based providers to deliver care at more than 50 physician office locations, as well as through comprehensive virtual and digital health services.

Our continued investment in our physicians and their practices reflects the commitment we have to advancing health care for the communities we serve.

Community Description: Home to the famed Gateway Arch, St. Louis is one of the most livable cities in the country. This sprawling metropolitan mecca features a large variety of neighborhoods and communities spanning six counties. With an affordable housing market, trendy neighborhoods like Cherokee Street and Delmar Loop, and the booming economic landscape of the city make this one of the most attractive cities for young professionals. There is more to do per square mile in St. Louis than in any other city in the state. With restaurants, parks, recreation, cultural activities and sporting events, theres always something to do or see here.

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