Job description

University of Colorado – School of Medicine

Department of Psychiatry– Colorado Mental Health Institute At Pueblo

OPEN RANK – CO Mental Health Institute at Pueblo Psychiatry Midlevel Provider

The University of Colorado Denver l 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, one of four campuses in the University of Colorado System, is the major academic medical center in the Rocky Mountain region. The Anschutz Medical Campus is home to the University of Colorado Hospital, Children's Hospital Colorado and a new Veterans Affairs Hospital, making it one of the largest and most comprehensive biomedical research and clinical care centers in the western United States. With world-class health sciences research, educational and clinical facilities, the CU School of Medicine has established distinctive and highly productive programs, receiving research awards of more than $350 million per year, including more than $200 million from National Institutes of Health and other federal agencies. The School's total annual clinical and research revenue exceeds $1.2 billion per year.

The University of Colorado School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry has just welcomed their new Department Chair, C. Neill Epperson, MD and is in the process of growing the Department of Psychiatry with new programs and expanding existing programs.

DOPsych 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 systematic review of policies and procedures to ensure they are in alignment with the DOPsych DEI mission and vision.

Nature of Work

Psychiatric Midlevel providers employed by the University of Colorado to provide care to patients in the Colorado Mental Health Institute at Pueblo shall be responsible for diagnosing and treating patients with mental, emotional, and behavioral disorders under the general supervision of or in collaboration with a staff psychiatrist.

While psychiatric providers are considered University of Colorado contract employees within the Colorado Mental Health Hospitals at Pueblo, they are expected to adhere to the rules, regulations, and training requirements of the Colorado Mental Health Hospitals at Pueblo as documented in their administrative regulations and clinical policies. Prior to beginning clinical work within the Colorado Mental Health Hospitals at Pueblo, psychiatric providers are expected to attend and complete any and all training requirements requested by the Training Academy, including a background investigation, urine drug screening, and completion of a self-defense course.

Please note, this is an open rank position and could be categorized as Senior Instructor or Senior Clinical instructor based on percentage of employment. A Senior Instructor is considered 100% to 50% employment, a Senior Clinical Instructor is 49% employment and below.

There may be an opportunity to work at additional clinical and/or research settings based on skillset and program needs. Additional clinics in this Division include: Colorado Mental Health Institute at Fort Logan, Colorado Department of Corrections, Forensic Program

Examples of Work Performed

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

• Provide psychiatric assessment, diagnosis and treatment of patients.
• Collect, organize and evaluate information from a variety of sources including the patient, family members, outpatient providers and other members of the treatment team.
• Prescribe medications as indicated and manage adverse reactions, effectively monitoring and changing treatment as needed.
• Provide input for clinical and administrative programming of the treatment unit(s).
• Remain up-to-date with documentation as described in CMHIP policy
• Communicate effectively with team members and other hospital staff
• Provide education to staff, medical students and other trainees (e.g. in lectures, clinical discussions, as preceptor or mentor) per contract with the University
• Serve on various committees to assist the hospital in its mission and goals.
• Participate in Peer Review activities
• Provide clinical coverage for colleagues as needed.
• Comply with the CMHIP Medical Staff Bylaws and the Medical Staff Rules & Regulations.
• Perform such other duties as may from time to time be reasonably requested by the Chief of Psychiatry or the ECMS.
• Maintain active clinical privileges in the CMHIP Medical Staff.

Salary Offered or Salary Range

The hiring rate (or budgeted rate) for this position has been established at:

Senior Instructor: $121,800

Senior Clinical Instructor: $121,800

The above salary range represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University of Colorado offers a full benefits package. Information on University benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at Employee Services.

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 checks for all new employees prior to their employment.

The Immigration Reform and Control Act requires that verification of employment eligibility be documented for all new employees by the end of the third day of work. Alternative formats of this ad are available upon request for persons with disabilities.

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-wellness

Total Compensation Calculator: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/total-compensation

Diversity and Equity:

Please click here for information on disability accommodations: http://www.ucdenver.edu/about/departments/HR/jobs/Pages/JobsatCUDenver.aspx

Office of Equity: https://www1.ucdenver.edu/offices/equity

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 and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Senior Instructor/ Clinical Senior Instructor

Current Colorado Advanced Practice Nurse License.

Preferred Qualifications

Background or previous training in psychiatry and/or longer term inpatient care.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

To be successful in this position, candidates will need the following:

• Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with faculty, staff, students, alumni, industry and the public.
• Knows and applies best practices in diversity and inclusion practices or has knowledge and understands cultural differences.
• 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.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: $121,800.00 per year

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Health insurance
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Parental leave
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

COVID-19 considerations:
The University of Colorado has a requirement for COVID-19 vaccinations and full completion thereof by 9/1/21 or upon start date. Information regarding this requirement, and exemptions can be found at:

Anschutz: https://www.ucdenver.edu/docs/librariesprov

Work Location: In person

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