Inpatient Psychiatrist, Tewksbury Hospital; Tewksbury, MA

Tufts Medical Center is seeking a full time Adult Psychiatrist to provide inpatient services at Tewksbury Hospital in Tewksbury, Massachusetts.  Tewksbury State Hospital is a unique psychiatric setting which consists of long-term, inpatient psychiatric care primarily for individuals involved in the legal system. Most of our patients arrive directly from court or jail when they require treatment prior to working through legal charges. Our team treats a patient’s mental illness while the patient undergoes court-ordered evaluations which are conducted by a forensic evaluation team.  We work together closely with forensic evaluators to determine the best pathway for the patient to work through their criminal cases while obtaining the appropriate psychiatric care. This role focuses on performing health assessments, running diagnostic tests, prescribing medication and creating treatment plans as well as providing health and wellness education to patients.   
 

Why Join Our Team:

• No required call, providing a reliable, day time schedule

• No weekends or holidays required

• Opportunities for call with extra compensation

• Dedicated leadership team that advocates for both patients and staff

• Meaningful practice opportunity where the care you give truly changes transforms lives

• Ability to teach both medical students and trainees

• Research interests supported but not required

• Robust staff model with nursing, APP and Psychologist support  
   

Who you are:

• Possess an MD, or equivalent, and eligible to obtain a medical license in the State of Massachusetts 

• BC/BE in Psychiatry

• Excellent communication skills to interact with clinicians, administrators, and department staff

Work, Live, and Grow: As an employee of Tufts Medical Center Physician Organization you will receive: 

• Guaranteed Base Salary 

• Substantive 401A retirement plan 

• CME Funds and Time Away 

• Generous Vacation and Holiday Policy   
   

How to apply: 

You can submit an application via the apply button located at the top of the listing.  Should you have any questions regarding the position or any complications submitting an application with us, please feel free to reach out to Kathryn Kull, Senior Provider Recruiter, at Kathryn.kull@tuftsmedicine.org.