Tufts Medicine Behavioral Health Hospital is hiring per diem adult and/or geriatric psychiatrists for inpatient night, weekend, and holiday coverage at a new 144-bed behavioral health hospital opening in 2026 in Malden, MA. The role involves evaluation and treatment of admitted psychiatric patients with compensation pro-rated from a salary range of $286,829 to $333,943.
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We are seeking per diem BC/BE Adult and/or Geriatric Psychiatrists to join our team for night, weekend and holiday coverage. In this role you will evaluate and treat patients with mental health issues who are admitted and receiving care at the Tufts Medicine Behavioral Health Hospital. We are considering candidates with an interest in Adult, Child/Adolescent and or Geriatric patients.
We encourage you to apply if:
Possess an MD (or equivalent), and eligible to obtain a medical license in the State of Massachusetts
BC/BE in Psychiatry
Enjoy working with a system of collaborative, compassionate, and impact driven providers
The salary range for this position is $286,829 – $333,943, pro-rated to per diem. Actual compensation will be determined during the selection process and is based on a variety of factors, including, but not limited to, relevant experience, education, internal equity, and academic rank.
At Tufts Medicine, we view this investment not merely as compensation, but as recognition of the significant impact you will have in advancing our mission and shaping the future of patient care, research, and education.