Assistant Professor-Psychiatry

About the role

Supports inpatient psychiatry services at a new TGH Behavioral Health Hospital. This position provides inpatient clinical care and case management to include the diagnosis, treatment and management of adult patients in an inpatient ED setting.

Responsibilities

• Provides inpatient psychiatry services and call coverage at Tampa General Behavioral Health Hospital to include the assessment, diagnosis and treatment
• Completes clinical documentation and other tasks as required

Qualifications

• Medical degree from an accredited institution
• Completion of an accredited Psychiatry residency training program
• Must meet university criteria for faculty appointment to the rank of assistant professor, associate or professor
• Candidates must have or be eligible for an unrestricted Florida medical license
• This candidate must obtain credentialing with USF Health and Tampa General Hospital
• Inpatient Psychiatry experience

About Us

Working at USF With approximately 16,000 employees, the University of South Florida is one of the largest employers in the Tampa Bay area. We are dedicated to cultivating a talented, engaged and driven workforce that strives to be bold. Employees excel in USF's rich academic environment, which fosters their development and advancement. In 2025, Forbes recognized USF as one of Florida's best large employers, ranked No. 1 among the state's 12 public universities. Our first-class benefits package includes medical, dental and life insurance plans, retirement plan options, employee and dependent tuition programs, generous leave, and hundreds of employee perks and discounts.

Compliance and Federal Notices

This position may be subject to a Level 1 or Level 2 criminal background check. Applicants have rights under Federal Employment Laws: The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws. Family and Medical Leave Act (FMLA) Applicants for USF employment are entitled to request reasonable accommodation(s) in the application process. A request is to be made at least five (5) working days prior to the time the accommodation(s) is needed. Visit the Central Human Resources ADA Accommodations webpage for more information on requesting an accommodation during the application/interview process. Equal Employment Opportunity The University of South Florida is an equal opportunity employer that does not discriminate against any employee or applicant for employment based on any characteristic protected by law. The University maintains affirmative action programs for protected veterans and individuals with disabilities in accordance with all applicable federal and state laws.