Geriatric Psychiatrist – 4 Day Week | No Weekends | San Francisco

Ignite Human Capital•San Francisco, CA

7d•$230,000 - $260,000•Onsite

About The Position

Geriatric Psychiatrist – 4 Day Week | $230K–$260K+ | No Weekends | San Francisco Location: San Francisco, CA Schedule: Tuesday–Friday, 8:00 AM – 5:00 PM (Flexible on-site expectations) Call: Weekday call every other week (typically low volume) A Rare Lifestyle Psychiatry Opportunity Join a 12-bed geriatric psychiatry unit on a beautiful senior living healthcare campus in San Francisco. This inpatient unit provides care for adults age 55+ in a calmer, more supportive environment than a typical acute psychiatric ward . Psychiatrists benefit from a predictable Tuesday–Friday schedule, no weekend shifts, and a highly collaborative interdisciplinary team focused on delivering compassionate care to older adults. This role also offers meaningful schedule flexibility . While physicians round and provide care on site, they do not need to remain on campus the entire day once patient care responsibilities are completed. Documentation and follow-up work may be completed remotely from home , provided the physician remains available by phone for the care team if needed . This position is ideal for psychiatrists seeking a sustainable inpatient practice, reduced hospital intensity, or a transition from high-volume hospital systems. Compensation Total Annual Earnings: Typically $230,000–$260,000+ Compensation includes: $110,000 annual administrative stipend $10,000–$13,000 per month in physician billing revenue Opportunity to generate additional income through private consults with Assisted Living residents on campus This structure provides both stable base income and productivity-based earning potential . Unique Practice Benefits Tuesday–Friday schedule (32 hours) No weekends Flexible on-site expectations with remote documentation capability Small 12-bed inpatient geriatric psychiatry unit Calmer clinical environment than most acute psychiatric hospitals Collaborative multidisciplinary team Opportunity to build a private practice consult service with Assisted Living residents on campus Optional voluntary faculty appointment with UCSF Department of Psychiatry Position Overview The Psychiatrist will provide inpatient psychiatric care for older adults experiencing acute mental health needs within a specialized geriatric psychiatry unit. You will work alongside nursing, social work, rehabilitation, and medical teams to deliver coordinated, patient-centered psychiatric care while supporting safe transitions back into the community.

Requirements

MD or DO from an accredited medical school
Board Certified or Board Eligible in Psychiatry
Active California medical license
DEA registration
Experience with inpatient psychiatry
Interest in geriatric psychiatry and older adult mental health

Nice To Haves

Geriatric Psychiatry fellowship or relevant clinical experience
Interest in teaching or academic collaboration

Responsibilities

Conduct psychiatric evaluations, diagnosis, and treatment planning
Manage psychopharmacologic treatment plans
Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment strategies as needed
Collaborate with interdisciplinary team members to coordinate care
Participate in treatment planning meetings and case conferences
Complete timely clinical documentation in accordance with regulatory requirements
Support discharge planning and continuity of care
Participate in weekday call every other week (generally low volume)
Remain available by phone when off-site during scheduled work hours as needed for patient care coordination