Forensic Psychiatrist



Location:

New Orleans, LA/Jackson, LA

Open Date:

Feb 4, 2020

Description:

The Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences at Tulane University School of Medicine is seeking a full-time faculty position on the clinical track, rank commensurate with experience, to serve as a Forensic Psychiatrist at the Eastern Louisiana Mental Health System and other forensic facilities serviced by the Department. This position will be responsible for providing forensic psychiatric care and treatment.

Teaching responsibilities include the supervision of residents, forensic fellows, and medical students, along with participating in fellow, resident, and medical student education activities in the department. The selected candidate will be expected to contribute to our educational program by participating and presenting at psychiatry grand rounds, continuing education conferences as appropriate, and psychiatry didactic series in medical student education.

As a faculty member of the Tulane University School of Medicine, candidates are expected to participate in fellow, resident and medical student education activities in the department including departmental initiatives.  Candidates will be expected to participate in the annual fellow interview process, as well as the subsequent ranking of applicants, while providing both verbal and written assessments. Candidates will be expected to mentor both residents and students and stimulate them to participate in mentored research projects and other scholarly activity.

Applicants must be board certified/eligible in general psychiatry, must have successfully completed an accredited forensic psychiatry fellowship program, and must be licensed to practice medicine in Louisiana by start date of appointment.

Candidates must apply in interfolio using the "Apply Now" link.  This position will remain open until filled.

Tulane University is located in New Orleans - a city with tremendous history of diverse cultures, community, and languages. Tulane University is committed to creating a community and culture that foster a sense of belonging for all. We are a recognized employer and educator valuing AA/EEO, Protected Veterans, and Individuals with Disabilities. We encourage all qualified candidates to apply. We are intentionally seeking candidates who are committed to fostering equity, diversity, and inclusion in support of Tulane's 
Strategy for Tomorrow
.

Tulane University is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact the Office of Human Resources & Institutional Equity by phone at 504-865-4748 or email hr@tulane.edu.