D.O)

University of Colorado•Aurora, CO

6d•$130,000 - $315,000

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 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 Section Head of Ambulatory Services to join our efforts who has a vision towards advancing clinical care, research, and education to further the mission of the Section as a national leader in child mental health services. This leader will be dedicated to improving care for patients within the PMHI Section of Ambulatory Services (Outpatient Clinics, General Psychiatric Partial Hospitalization Program, Eating Disorders Partial Hospitalization Program, and Medical Day Treatment Program). The PMHI Ambulatory Services has approximately 70 faculty practicing at CHCO, across four campuses (Anschutz Medical Campus, Colorado Springs, North, and South campus), for whom the Section Head will hold primary responsibility. In addition, the PMHI Section Head of Ambulatory Services will have matrixed responsibilities to over 100 staff employed by CHCO, in collaboration with the PMHI Director of Patient Care Services. As the largest medical center in the western region providing such broad expertise, CHCO is the referral center for children and adolescents seeking care from a team of specially trained mental health professionals. Preferred is an individual with an accomplished academic record, demonstrated programmatic leadership, and experience within a high-functioning, diverse, academic pediatric mental health program and team. The candidate will be responsible for sustaining and growing the Section, managing system of care clinical practice sites, enhancing multi-disciplinary quality and research programs, and fostering strong, collaborative relationships with both external and internal stakeholders. Ideal candidates should have proven leadership experience and skills to direct the clinical, quality, research, and educational programs of the Section, demonstrate a strong clinical practice background, scholarship, interdisciplinary team leadership and administrative experience. A successful candidate must have demonstrated excellence in mentoring and working with faculty, trainees (fellows, residents, students), and administration from a wide range of disciplines, cultures, and academic backgrounds.

Requirements

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Rank at the time of appointment will be based on the candidate’s demonstrated contributions and experience in teaching, clinical, research, and/or service to the field.
We welcome applicants with a range of backgrounds and accomplishments and encourage individuals to highlight the breadth and depth of their professional impact.
At the time of hire, applicants must have a License or be eligible for licensure within the state of Colorado.
4-7 years of relevant clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience.
Minimum degree qualifications: Ph.D. or Psy.D.; M.D. or D.O.
7+ years of relevant clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience.
Demonstrate strong team leadership, program visioning and implementation, and academic experience.
Able to nurture strong interdisciplinary collaborations among faculty with diverse programmatic interests, and across campus and community partners.
Able to recruit and develop talent to build specialized areas of expertise, including research, quality, education, clinical and/or policy/advocacy work.
Strong interpersonal communication, emotional intelligence, and management skills.
Ability to balance the priorities of the Section with those of the Department, Hospital, and other partners to ensure the overall goals of all entities are achieved.

Nice To Haves

Proven clinical and administrative experience in the development and leadership of mental health programs
Accomplished academic record
Strong commitment and demonstrated excellence to educational/training programs
Experience working in an academic medical center
Preference will be given to those who are eager to engage in all aspects of the academic mission (clinical, teaching, scholarship, and service)

Responsibilities

In collaboration with PMHI leadership, oversee the programmatic and financial operations of the Section to ensure financial and human resources are available to support research, clinical care, educational, and advocacy/policy activities.
Develop innovative clinical, educational, quality and research programs to enhance the local standing and national reputation of the Section.
In collaboration with PMHI and Section leadership, direct and strategically organize clinical patient care operations across the system of care.
Accountable for Section goals and key performance indicators.
Oversee Section strategic initiatives, drive implementation and track outcomes.
Lead the development, implementation, and integration of interdisciplinary educational, scholarly and clinical training programs within the Section.
In collaboration with PMHI and Section leadership, lead faculty recruitment efforts.
Facilitate faculty wellness, faculty development, and overall job satisfaction, leading to high faculty retention within the Section.
Provide mentorship to and conduct annual reviews of faculty leaders within the Section.
Establish and monitor metrics and outcomes for clinical and academic performance.
Oversee credentialing review and approval of all Section faculty including initial and ongoing performance evaluation.
Oversee departmental compliance with regulatory requirements and quality improvement.
Facilitate collaboration in academic and clinical care across the CHCO system of care, with other Sections within the DOP, and other Departments within the CU School of Medicine.
Conduct high-quality research and support research and scholarship efforts of other faculty within the Section.
Build and maintain partnerships with affiliate institutions and community organizations locally, nationally and internationally.
Partner with the CHCO Foundation to develop community philanthropic support of mental health programs and initiatives.
Provide direct clinical care to patients and families seen in relevant PMHI clinical services
Contribute to the DOP teaching and scholarship in ways consistent with the expectations of CU faculty
Engage in service to the department, hospital, and local/regional/national organizations
Maintain eligibility for CU faculty appointment