Geriatric Medicine Faculty

UC Davis Geriatric Medicine Leadership and Faculty Opportunities

Medical Director, Healthy Aging Clinic and Faculty Positions Available

Lead and Shape the Future of a Growing Multidisciplinary Geriatric Program

Join a Top-Ranked Academic Health System

Division of Geriatric Medicine, Hospice, and Palliative Care | Department of Internal Medicine | UC Davis School of Medicine

The Department of Internal Medicine at the University of California, Davis School of Medicine invites applications for multiple academic opportunities in the Division of Geriatric Medicine, Hospice, and Palliative Care. These positions are part of a major expansion of the geriatrics program, leveraging UC Davis’s outstanding institutional strengths, including one of the most well-funded Alzheimer’s Disease Centers in the nation. We are seeking exceptional candidates to contribute to the advancement of the expanding geriatric program, capitalizing on UC Davis's unique resources.

Available Positions

Medical Director, Healthy Aging Clinic

We are seeking a visionary and collaborative physician leader to take on a high-impact leadership role, serving as Medical Director of the Healthy Aging Clinic. This is a unique opportunity to guide clinical operations, influence program development, and play a central role in expanding one of the region’s most innovative geriatric care models. In this position, you’ll:

• Lead a Flagship Program – Direct the clinic operations and multidisciplinary care coordination and delivery at the Healthy Aging Clinic. Contribute to the strategic development and implementation of a robust, dynamic, multidisciplinary geriatrics program.
• Academic Leadership – Play a key role in educational outreach and the advancement of geriatric medical education and training. Help shape the future of aging care in one of the nation's top-ranked academic institutions
• Premier Resources – Collaborate with faculty on innovative educational and research initiatives within a top-tier academic medical center that includes:
  • A 619-bed tertiary care hospital
  • A National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center
  • The renowned MIND Institute (focused on neurodevelopmental disorders)
  • Top-ranked Schools of Medicine and Nursing
• Distinguished Public Institution – UC Davis ranks among the top public universities in the U.S., recently named #5 among public universities nationwide.

Faculty Position – Clinician-Educator or Clinician-Researcher Track

This academic faculty role offers flexibility, mentorship, and career development, including the option to pursue a Clinician-Educator or Clinician-Researcher track.

Responsibilities may include:

• Direct patient care in various settings (outpatient, inpatient, dementia care, and niche clinical programs)
• Teaching and mentoring medical students, residents, fellows, and APPs
• Leading or participating in geriatric outreach and community engagement initiatives
• Pursuing scholarly, creative, or research work aligned with your professional goals
• Leadership roles, including the Directorship of Inpatient Geriatric Services, are available for qualified candidates.

Director of Inpatient Geriatric Services

Help launch and lead the new inpatient geriatrics consult service at UC Davis Medical Center. In this leadership role, you’ll:

• Design and implement inpatient consult workflows for older adults
• Collaborate with hospitalists, surgeons, palliative care, and specialty teams
• Ensure high-quality, age-appropriate, and evidence-based inpatient care
• Supervise, mentor, and develop a team of providers delivering consultative services

UC Davis Health is nationally recognized—ranked #9 in Primary Care and #18 in Geriatric Medicine by U.S. News & World Report. As home to one of the nation’s most well-funded Alzheimer’s Disease Centers, UC Davis is positioned at the forefront of cutting-edge research and compassionate clinical care for older adults.

Why UC Davis?

• Top Rankings: #9 in Primary Care and #18 in Geriatric Medicine (U.S. News & World Report)
• Nationally Renowned Programs: Includes a 619-bed tertiary care hospital, National Cancer Institute-designated comprehensive cancer center, UC Davis Alzheimer’s Disease Center, the MIND Institute, and top-ranked Schools of Medicine and Nursing
• Research Excellence: Among the top public universities, recently ranked #5 among U.S. public institutions
• Collaborative Environment: Work within a diverse, multidisciplinary team committed to innovation, equity, and impact

Candidate Qualifications:

• Board certified or Board Eligible in Geriatric Medicine
• Proven commitment to clinical excellence, education, academic medicine, and interdisciplinary collaboration
• Exceptional communication skills and the ability to effectively work cooperatively and collaboratively within a diverse, multidisciplinary team
• Strong leadership experience with interest in program development, expansion, and innovation preferred for Director positions

Why Sacramento?

Live in a city where professional fulfillment meets an exceptional lifestyle. Located in the heart of Northern California, Sacramento offers:

• Easy access to Napa Valley, Lake Tahoe, and San Francisco
• Affordable living with rich cultural amenities, diverse neighborhoods, and outdoor recreation
• A vibrant community with strong support for the arts, dining, and local events

The University of California, Davis is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer with a strong institutional commitment to the achievement of diversity among its faculty, staff, and students.

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