Inpatient Psychiatric (IPU) Services Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist

University of ColoradoAurora, CO
$228,000 - $320,000Onsite

About The Position

The CU DCAMH, PMHI, and CHCO are combining to transform children’s mental health care in Colorado, building a coordinated system, grounded in collaboration and partnership, that provides all children with high-quality, evidence-based, youth- and family-centered care through an ambitious and comprehensive strategic plan. As part of this transformative work, we are seeking a full-time psychiatric provider (Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist or Psychiatric Advanced Practice Provider) to join our efforts who has a vision towards advancing clinical care, research, and education to further the mission of the PMHI Hospital-Based Intensive Section as a national leader in child mental health services. Preferred is an individual with demonstrated clinical experience within psychiatric inpatient and/or higher lever care clinical settings, as well as experience working within a high-functioning, interdisciplinary, academic pediatric mental health program and team. In addition, preferred in an individual with demonstrated experience in supervision and training of various levels of learners. Ideal candidates should have a strong clinical practice background, involvement in training, and a record of merit within clinical, educational, and scholarship domains. A successful candidate must have demonstrated excellence in working with faculty, trainees, and administration from a wide range of disciplines, cultures, and academic backgrounds.

Requirements

  • 1-3 years of relevant clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience (Assistant Professor)
  • 4-7 years of relevant clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience (Associate Professor)
  • 7+ years of relevant clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience (Professor)
  • M.D. or D.O.
  • Colorado Medical License or be eligible for licensure within the state of Colorado.
  • Completed a GME accredited General Psychiatry Residency and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry Fellowship, or equivalent.
  • Currently maintain or be board-eligible in both ABPN General and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry.

Nice To Haves

  • Demonstrated clinical experience within psychiatric inpatient and/or higher lever care clinical settings
  • Experience working within a high-functioning, interdisciplinary, academic pediatric mental health program and team
  • Demonstrated experience in supervision and training of various levels of learners
  • Eager to engage in all aspects of the academic mission (clinical, teaching, scholarship, and service)

Responsibilities

  • Provide direct clinical care to patients and families seen on IPU Services
  • Contribute to the DOP teaching and scholarship in ways consistent with the expectations of CU faculty, advancing the standing of the Department
  • Support the fiscal and operational goals of the Section and PMHI.
  • Engage in service to the department, hospital, and local/regional/national organizations
  • Maintain eligibility for CU SOM faculty appointment
  • Provide career development and mentorship to faculty members

Benefits

  • Medical: Multiple plan options
  • Dental: Multiple plan options
  • Additional Insurance: Disability, Life, Vision
  • Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10%25 of your gross pay
  • Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
  • Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
  • Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
  • Holiday Days: 10/year
  • Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
  • ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service

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What This Job Offers

Job Type

Full-time

Career Level

Entry Level

Education Level

Ph.D. or professional degree

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