Psychiatrist Board Certified-Inpatient Acute Care
About The Position
As a psychiatrist in our facility, you would provide patient care, physician oversight and expertise, and continuity for our clients and teams. Longview opened in December 2023 as a collaboration between Larimer County and SummitStone - we provide comprehensive, collaborative, and multidisciplinary care for behavioral health and substance use. In addition to the existing Crisis Walk-In Services, Crisis Stabilization Unit (16 adult beds) and Withdrawal Management Unit (16 adult beds), we are opening an Adolescent Unit (8 beds for adolescents aged 12-17) in the Summer 2025. The ideal candidate would be willing to see both adult and adolescent clients. This role involves conducting thorough psychiatric evaluations, developing individualized treatment plans, and providing psychotherapy or medication management to help patients cope with issues such as psychosis, mania, suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, substance use, eating disorders, and behavioral problems. The Psychiatrist will work closely with patients, their families, our advanced practice providers, and an interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care and positive outcomes for each patient. This role includes teaching and training students and residents as well as collaborating with others care givers on the medical and therapy teams. Compassion, strong communication skills, and a deep understanding of behavioral health are key to success in this role.
Requirements
- Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited university with additional post-graduate training in psychiatry.
- More than two years of post-residency experience in treating and servicing persons with substance use and mental health needs preferred but not required. New graduates are welcome to apply.
- Fellowship training in child and adolescent psychiatry is welcomed but not required.
- Understanding and commitment to Medication Assisted Treatment and harm reduction principles required.
- Strong understanding of substance use treatment and knowledge of withdrawal management processes preferred.
- DEA Certification is required.
- License to practice psychiatry in the state of Colorado required.
- Valid Colorado driver’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire and a clean driving record.
- Board certified or eligible with plans for certification.
Nice To Haves
- Bilingual/bi-cultural preferred
Responsibilities
- Conducting thorough psychiatric evaluations
- Developing individualized treatment plans
- Providing psychotherapy or medication management
- Teaching and training students and residents
- Collaborating with others care givers on the medical and therapy teams
Benefits
- Medical, dental, and vision coverage — including options for eligible dependents
- Mental health and wellness resources
- Short-term and long-term disability insurances
- Paid time off (PTO): Accrued vacation and personal leave based on FTE status and length of service
- Paid Sick Leave: Provided in accordance with the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA)
- A range of voluntary benefits available to all employees
- 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributions
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Ph.D. or professional degree
