Psychiatrist – Ambulatory Care – M60239

About the job

Virginia Commonwealth University, Department of Psychiatry is recruiting for an ambulatory Psychiatrist position

The Clinical Services Will Include

• Psychopharmacology and psychotherapy services in our outpatient clinic. The position will be responsible for clinical care as well as teaching and supervision of medical students, residents, and fellows. Our ambulatory clinic sees a diverse group of patients and works collaboratively with other hospital Departments and community organizations. This position will primarily work at our new ambulatory clinic on the third floor of the Jackson Center, which provides updated space, a patient-centric environment, and ample, convenient parking.
• Coverage on the inpatient unit during scheduled weekends and scheduled attending vacations.

Applicants should be a Virginia licensed or eligible, BC/BE psychiatrist with DEA licensure. Successful candidates will have demonstrated experience working in and fostering a diverse faculty, staff, and student environment or commitment to do so.

VCU Department of Psychiatry http://psych.vcu.edu/ employs over 80 fulltime faculty and has well-funded research in genetics http://www.vipbg.vcu.edu/, addictions, child and women’s mental health, and psychopharmacology. VCU is a large urban university with robust health science campus and 750-bed university hospital. Richmond, the State Capital, has moderate climate and a rich mix of history with modern facilities, excellent suburban housing, and public/private schools. Low cost of living.

As a preeminent national, urban, public research university and academic health center, Virginia Commonwealth University is committed to organizational diversity, equity and inclusion – an environment where all can thrive in their pursuit of excellence.

Applicants are requested to submit a Statement of Contributions to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (typically between 150-300 words) providing your career aspirations and contributions toward promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion. Through this statement, you can share how your lived experiences; and past, present, and future academic and professional activities have or will contribute to VCU’s mission of promoting equity and inclusion.

Note: Examples include working with others to further the goals of equity and inclusion; leading in any capacity that tangibly promotes an environment where diversity is welcomed, fostered, and celebrated; creative activity, research and scholarship that promotes equity and parity; teaching and mentoring students, and/or engaging with faculty and/or staff from traditionally underrepresented groups to create a positive and successful organizational experience.