The University of Massachusetts Chan Medical School (UMass Chan) Department of Psychiatry is seeking a full-time, board certified/board eligible adult psychiatrist for Taunton State Hospital (TSH) in Taunton, MA. Operated by the Massachusetts Department of Mental Health, TSH is a 45-bed continuing care psychiatric hospital that cares for adults with serious mental health conditions.

UMass Chan is the only academic medical school in central Massachusetts and a destination site for excellent clinical care. The Department promotes academic, research and leadership opportunities through CME programs and the Center for Research and Development Office. It is a national leader in public sector psychiatry, child and adolescent psychiatry, neurodevelopmental disorders, biological psychiatry, neuropsychiatry, forensic psychiatry, psychosocial rehabilitation, women’s mental health, and addiction psychiatry.

Successful candidates will receive a faculty appointment that includes Departmental support for clinical, training and research. The benefit package includes generous holiday and paid time off for professional development totaling to more than 7 weeks; generous medical, dental, and malpractice insurance; eligibility to participate in the state’s defined benefit pension plan or a defined contribution retirement plan; and an annual practice allowance.There is the option for voluntary night, weekend, and holiday coverage with highly competitive reimbursement.

J-1 and H-1B candidates are welcome and encouraged to apply. The Massachusetts Department of Mental Health participates in the J-1 Waiver Program for positions, like the Attending Psychiatrist, hired into state operated programs.

For additional information about our mission driven Department of Psychiatry please view our web site at https://www.umassmed.edu/psychiatry/hiring-mission/non-facultypositions/ (umassmed.edu)

For questions about this position please contact Brian Daly, MD, Vice Chair, Public Sector Psychiatry.

Diversity, equity, and inclusion are integral to the commitment of the Department and University. Accordingly, the Department encourages applications from qualified candidates who can contribute to racial equity, diversity and inclusion through service, mentorship, teaching and scholarship.

As an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer, UMass Chan recognizes the added value of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, perspectives, and backgrounds.