Geriatric Psychiatrist – Dementia & Cognitive Disorders

Geriatric Psychiatrist – Dementia & Cognitive Disorders
Banner Alzheimer’s Institute | Phoenix, Arizona

Banner Alzheimer’s Institute (BAI) is seeking a BC/BE Geriatric Psychiatrist with an interest in dementia and cognitive disorders to join our interdisciplinary memory disorders practice in Phoenix, Arizona.

This is an opportunity to practice geriatric psychiatry within a highly specialized environment dedicated to the evaluation, diagnosis, treatment, and longitudinal care of individuals with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. The geriatric psychiatrist will work collaboratively with cognitive neurologists, geriatricians, advanced practice providers, neuropsychologists, social workers, nurses, and other members of the dementia care team to provide comprehensive, patient- and family-centered care.

The position is particularly well suited for a geriatric psychiatrist interested in cognitive and neurodegenerative disorders, biomarker-informed diagnosis, disease-modifying therapies, neuropsychiatric symptoms, psychopharmacology, caregiver needs, and healthy brain aging.

Qualifications
– Required
– BC/BE in Geriatric Psychiatry
– Strong interest in the evaluation and management of dementia and cognitive disorders
– Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
– Commitment to collaborative, interdisciplinary care
Preferred
– Experience caring for patients with Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias
– Experience in a multidisciplinary memory or cognitive disorders clinic
– Clinical research and/or industry-sponsored clinical trial experience
– Experience with biomarker-informed diagnosis and/or disease-modifying therapies

Banner Alzheimer’s Institute (BAI) is an internationally recognized center dedicated to advancing the care, treatment, and prevention of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias. Located in Phoenix, Arizona, BAI integrates comprehensive clinical care, advanced diagnostics, disease-modifying therapies, clinical trials, and extensive support services for patients and families within a single, cohesive program.

BAI is a key partner in the Arizona Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center, one of the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Centers funded by the National Institute on Aging and collaborates with academic and research partners across Arizona and nationally. Research spans Alzheimer’s prevention, biomarkers, neuroimaging, therapeutic development, and clinical trials, supported by the NIH, industry partners, and philanthropic organizations.
Physicians joining BAI have access to a full suite of specialized resources, including:
– An interdisciplinary team of cognitive neurologists, advanced practice providers, neuropsychologists, social workers, nurses, and experienced clinical support staff
– Comprehensive cognitive and neurobehavioral assessment
– On-site MRI and PET imaging with biomarker-based diagnostic evaluation
– A dedicated disease-modifying therapy program
– Individual, family, and group counseling and caregiver support
– Community outreach and education programs

The Institute’s model is designed to address the full spectrum of cognitive, behavioral, psychiatric, medical, functional, and psychosocial challenges that accompany dementia.

Within this model, the geriatric psychiatrist can participate broadly in the diagnosis and longitudinal management of cognitive disorders while bringing additional expertise in the neuropsychiatric manifestations of neurodegenerative disease, including mood and anxiety symptoms, psychosis, agitation, sleep disturbances, and behavioral change.

Clinical Research & Academic Opportunities

BAI offers physicians the opportunity to work at the intersection of clinical care and advances in dementia diagnosis and treatment. Depending on the physician’s interests and experience, opportunities may include participation in:
– Industry-sponsored therapeutic trials
– Investigator-initiated and federally funded research
– Biomarker and diagnostic research
– Disease-modifying therapy programs
– Research focused on neuropsychiatric and behavioral manifestations of neurodegenerative disease
– Medical education and trainee mentorship
– Community education and outreach

Position Highlights
– Outpatient practice focused on dementia and cognitive disorders
– Opportunity to participate in biomarker-based diagnosis and disease-modifying therapy programs
– Highly collaborative interdisciplinary care model
– Competitive salary model supporting comprehensive, team-based patient care
– Monday–Friday schedule, 8 a.m.–5 p.m.
– Outpatient telephone call approximately 1:7; no inpatient call responsibilities
– Paid malpractice coverage
– 401(k) match and 457(b) retirement plans
– Paid CME days and CME allowance
– Sign-on and relocation assistance
– Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision benefits
– Value-based incentive stipend

Join Banner Alzheimer’s Institute
For a geriatric psychiatrist who wants to build a career focused on dementia and cognitive disorders, BAI offers the opportunity to practice in an environment where specialized clinical care, advanced diagnostics, disease-modifying therapies, research, caregiver support, and education are integrated within a single program.
We are seeking a collaborative physician who will contribute broadly to the diagnosis and treatment of Alzheimer’s disease and related dementias; bringing distinctive expertise and helping shape the future of comprehensive dementia care.

Our Community:
Phoenix, Arizona offers an exceptional quality of life-year-round sunshine, stunning Sonoran Desert scenery, and the energy of one of the nation’s fastest-growing metropolitan areas. Phoenix is the United States’ sixth-largest city with a population of over 1.4 million, home to 200+ golf courses, MLB Spring Training mecca, daytrip drive to six different lakes, culturally enriched with a plethora of museums, as well as an extensive offering of casual patio dining, destination spas, and upscale shopping. The area offers miles of hiking, biking and equestrian trails, professional sports, world-class theater and exceptional musical entertainment. Adventure, fresh air and beautiful sunsets… Arizona has it all.

Please submit your CV for consideration.

As an equal opportunity employer, Banner Health recognizes the power of culture and community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences and backgrounds. Banner Health is an EEO Employer. POS16048