Geriatric Psychiatrist

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The Department of Psychiatry at Singapore General Hospital (SGH) is seeking qualified candidates who are highly motivated for a challenging and fulfilling career as a Geriatric Psychiatrist. The role involves providing geriatric and general psychiatry services, including outpatient clinics, inpatient ward management, and on-call psychiatric consultation duties. As SGH is an academic medical centre, candidates may also participate in research and teaching.

The responsibilities include evaluating, diagnosing, and treating patients with cognitive and geriatric mental health issues, such as dementia, mild cognitive impairment, mood and anxiety disorders, and delirium. Candidates should have experience in acute psychiatric care, be capable of supervising junior doctors, and collaborate with allied health professionals in a multidisciplinary team.

• Basic medical degree with relevant postgraduate qualifications recognized by the Singapore Medical Council (e.g., MRCPsych, FRANZCP)
• Completed specialty training (i.e., obtained CCT or equivalent), and eligible for accreditation as a Psychiatry Specialist in Singapore
• At least 2 to 3 years of post-specialist registration experience as a Geriatric Psychiatrist, providing clinical care for patients with cognitive and mental health issues

Interested candidates should email their applications to careers.medical@sgh.com.sg with a detailed curriculum vitae, including personal details, educational and professional qualifications, current employment, training, employment history, salary expectations, and contact details of at least two professional referees. Gaps in employment must be explained. Incomplete applications will not be considered. Additional documents such as testimonials, certificates, and transcripts may be requested.

Only shortlisted applicants will be contacted for an interview. We regret that applications lacking complete information will not be considered.

• Seniority level: Mid-Senior level
• Employment type: Full-time
• Job function: Healthcare Provider
• Industries: Hospitals and Healthcare

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