Instructor and Senior Instructor (.5FTE)

University of Colorado•Aurora, CO

1d•Onsite

About The Position

The University of Colorado Anschutz School of Medicine’s Department of Psychiatry has an opening in the Center for Dependency, Addiction, and Rehabilitation (CeDAR) at University of Colorado Hospital for a half-time (.5 FTE) advanced practice provider (PA/PMHNP). Key Responsibilities: Manages substance use disorder treatment and other co-occurring psychiatric treatment needs of adult populations primarily in an Outpatient/ setting at CeDAR. Participates in clinical research and dissemination of findings, including presentation of scholarly writing. This position requires familiarity with the use of diagnostic evaluation, management and pharmacology for substance use disorders and other co-occurring psychiatric disorders, risk assessment, and treatment of substance intoxication and withdrawal. This position will also participate in performance improvement activities, quality improvement, patient safety activities; assist in maintaining compliance with JCAHO accreditation and other internal and external regulatory statues including the code of conduct.

Requirements

1-3 years of related clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience.
Board Certification with American Nurse Credentialing Agency or equivalent certification body
Active and unrestricted license in Colorado as an APN/RXN or PA
Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques.
Able to effectively manage and direct medical staff support activities while providing quality medical care.
Able to receive detailed information through oral communication, express or exchange ideas by verbal communication.
Excellent listening and social skills
Able to interact effectively with people of varied educational, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds as well as various skill levels and value systems.
Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse population of faculty, staff, and students.
Performs in a tactful and professional manner.
A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
Relies on sound clinical experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.
Clinical skill is required for conducting brief and targeted assessments in integrated care settings.
Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
Capacity for flexibility and adaptability in different work situations.
Ability to work effectively on multiple tasks and maintain a well-organized work environment.
Knowledge of Microsoft Office
EPIC certification

Nice To Haves

Experience working in psychiatry.
Experience working in residential and community-based settings.
Experience working with individuals with serious mental illness and co-occurring substance use disorders.
Current and active certification in basic like support (BLS)

Responsibilities

Manages substance use disorder treatment and other co-occurring psychiatric treatment needs of adult populations primarily in an Outpatient/ setting at CeDAR.
Participates in clinical research and dissemination of findings, including presentation of scholarly writing.
This position requires familiarity with the use of diagnostic evaluation, management and pharmacology for substance use disorders and other co-occurring psychiatric disorders, risk assessment, and treatment of substance intoxication and withdrawal.
This position will also participate in performance improvement activities, quality improvement, patient safety activities; assist in maintaining compliance with JCAHO accreditation and other internal and external regulatory statues including the code of conduct.