Child And Adolescent Psychiatrist

Faculty Description University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical Campus School of Medicine /Department of Psychiatry/Pediatric Mental Health Institute Open Rank-Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist Position #00799495 - Requisition #26823 This position is eligible for a one time signing bonus of $10,000 & Public Service Loan Forgiveness

Join our team & be a part of a transformative healthcare journey by playing a pivotal role in care services.
Our teams are working on cutting edge program development across the continuum of care and within our community.

The Learning Health System (LHS) initiative provides infrastructure and governance targeting issue resolution through continuous learning cycles.
We align science, informatics, incentives, & culture to seamlessly integrate best practices into our delivery processes.
Be a part of helping us shape the future of patient-centered care. Our new Crisis Services program provide patients and families with timely, effective care during a mental health crisis by initiating care in our EDs for patients who are currently experiencing a menta health crisis, developing a new unit for patients not yet safe to go home, who would benefit from a family-centered, acute crisis intervention, and establish a crisis clinic to provide rapid access to ambulatory treatment. Our new Traverse Academy, a school-based intensive mental health treatment program, within the Cheery Creek School District is slated to open in Fall of 2023.
It is an integrated school and intensive outpatient treatment center, including specialized transition programming, for students with significant and impairing emotional and/or behavioral disorders.
The program is part of an effort to reduce risk for self-injurious behavior and suicide through collaborative school-academic partnerships and facilitate a smooth transition from intensive treatment to the student's home school. * Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus seeks individuals with demonstrated commitment to creating an inclusive learning and working environment.
We value the ability to engage effectively with students, faculty and staff of diverse backgrounds.

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education and patient care.
The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year.
Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $650 million in research grants.
For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.


Department Of Psychiatry Diversity Equity Inclusion Information: The purpose of the Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion (DEI) Committee is to hold the Department of Psychiatry's faculty, staff, and trainees accountable for promoting a culture of inclusive excellence and respect.
We are committed to continuous education, sustaining cultural humility, and action related to DEI topics including a systematic review of policies and procedures to ensure they are in alignment with the DOPsych DEI mission and vision.

https://medschool.cuanschutz.edu/psychiatry/dei/mission-statement-and-vision

The University of Colorado School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry has an opening for a full-time Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist.
This faculty position will provide evidence-based care to children and adolescents in multi-disciplinary settings.

Nature of Work The Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist must demonstrate clinical experience and excellence with children and adolescents and the ability to manage different acuity levels, including working with children in outpatient, inpatient, emergency department, partial hospitalization, consultation-liaison, and primary and specialty care settings.
Faculty serve in our Outpatient Clinic, integrated care with Neurology and Adolescent Medicine, Inpatient, Partial Hospitalization, Eating Disorders, Research, and our North and Colorado Springs locations.
Applicants must demonstrate the ability to apply and implement evidence-based approaches to care.
A history of teaching and mentoring residents, and medical students, and working with milieu staff is also desired.
Scholarly activities are encouraged and supported.
The psychiatrist position will serve a diverse population of patients

Please note, that this is an open-rank position and could be categorized as Instructor, Senior Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below

Along with open rank, there may be an opportunity to work in additional clinical and/or research settings based on skillset and program needs.


Professional Field Psychiatry Examples of Work Performed The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

Able to perform initial psychiatric diagnostic interviews, develop and follow through with treatment plans, and maintain timely and focused documentation through the electronic medical record. Ability to apply and implement evidence-based approaches to care including using evidence-based guidelines for prescriptions and monitoring medications in the pediatric population Develop, train, and supervise psychology trainees Carry a caseload on the outpatient psychiatric unit and in the partial hospitalization program. Supervision Received The Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist report to the Medical Director of the Pediatric Mental Health Institute Sandra Fritsch.


Supervision Exercised The psychiatrist will not supervise other employees.

The position will provide training and mentoring to graduate students and/or postdoctoral fellows, etc.

Salary and Benefits The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at:

Instructor, Senior Instructor, Assistant Professor: $220,000 to $250,000

Associate Professor: $250,000 to $270,000

Professor: $280,000 to $310,000

The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

Your total compensation goes beyond the number on your paycheck.
The University of Colorado provides generous leave, health plans and retirement contributions that add to your bottom line.

Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits

Total Compensation Calculator: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

Diversity and Equity The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process.
To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at ******.


The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff.
The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding.
We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community, and all veterans.
The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

The University of Colorado Denver | Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors.
To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.


Vaccination Statement: CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases.
If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively.
In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.


Qualifications Minimum Qualifications Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. Applicants must possess a Colorado Medical License, DEA Certificate, Board Certified in Psychiatry, or Board eligible in Child Psychiatry within 3 years of hire.
Must obtain medical staff privileges within Children's Hospital Colorado.
Must have prior experience in a Child Psychiatric setting, having completed a child/adolescent residency, academic/residency program-related experience highly desirable.
Minimum degree qualifications: MD and/or DO 1-7+ years of related clinical experience at a rank or equivalent experience.
Instructor:1-3 years of related clinical experience at a rank or equivalent experience.



Senior Instructor: 1-3 years of related clinical experience at a rank or equivalent experience.



Assistant Professor: 1-3 years of related clinical experience at a rank or equivalent experience.



Associate Professor: 4-7 years of related clinical experience at a rank or equivalent experience.



Professor: 7+ years of related clinical experience at a rank or equivalent experience.



Special Skills: Colorado Medical License, DEA Certificate, Board Certified in Psychiatry, and Board eligible in Child Psychiatry within 3 years of hire. Preferred Qualifications (applicable for all ranks) Clinical experience in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry preferred. Leadership and teaching experience valued. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities To be successful in this position, candidates will need the following:


Clinical skill is required for conducting brief and targeted assessments in integrated care settings Capacity for flexibility and adaptability in different work situations. Excellent written and verbal communication skills including presentations to community audiences. Ability to work effectively on multiple tasks and maintain a well-organized work environment. Experience developing, training, and supervising psychology trainees Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with faculty, staff, students, alumni, industry, and the public. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution. Demonstrated commitment and leadership ability to advance diversity and inclusion. Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse population of faculty, staff, and students. Knows and applies best practices in diversity and inclusion practices or has the knowledge and understands cultural differences. Knowledge regarding clinical research regulations and principles of ethical conduct. Knowledge, experience, and ability to manage complex information and computer systems. Knowledge and a general understanding of university curriculum/education and professional development programs. Ability to exercise tact and diplomacy when dealing with stakeholders at all levels. Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with faculty, staff, residents, students, alumni, and administrative personnel at all levels including outside organizations and the public. Attention to detail, organized Ability to work independently and as a member of a team and handle a fast-paced environment. Ability to problem solve, troubleshoot, and think critically Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clinical faculty and staff in psychiatry. Strong commitment to inter-professional, team-based care in psychiatry and both primary and specialty health settings.C Capacity for flexibility and adaptability in different work situations. Experience developing, training, and supervising psychology trainees.
Special Instructions to Applicants: Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers.
Refer to requisition number: 26823.
Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References Application Materials Instructions: Required Application Materials:
To apply, please visit: http://www.cu.edu/cu-careers and attach:
1.
A letter of application which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications
2.
A current CV/resume
3.
List of five professional references (we will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references)

Please be advised that the University does check references as part of the employment process.
Please do not submit any of your application material (via email) to the job posting contact.
Job Category : Faculty Primary Location : Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20281 - SOM-PSYCH-Child SP/G Schedule : Full-time Posting Date : Mar 18, 2024 Unposting Date : Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Amy Canada Posting Contact Email: ****** Position Number: 00799495