Open Rank - Part-Time Psychiatrist And Advanced Practice Provider

University of Colorado - School of Medicine

Department of Psychiatry

Open Rank - Part-Time Psychiatrist and Advanced Practice Provider

* Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers *

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.

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

The position requires innovation, flexibility and the ability to work across healthcare systems. The psychiatrist or Advanced Practice Provider will be based in the University of Colorado Hospital Emergency Department and will perform emergency psychiatry services.

Please note, this is an Open Rank position and could be categorized as Clinical Instructor, Clinical Senior Instructor, Clinical Assistant Professor, Clinical Associate Professor or Clinical Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below.

Examples of Work Performed

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

• Assessing patients in crisis including relevant laboratory tests and imaging
• Managing common emergency presentations including agitation and suicidal states
• Developing brief, focused treatment plans
• Prescribing medications
• Determining appropriate level of care and disposition
• Working with a team including Emergency Physicians, Behavioral Health Evaluators, nurses,  technicians, pharmacists and security staff
• Keeping abreast of the latest developments in field

Supervision Received

This position reports to the Director of Emergency Services and Department of Psychiatry

Supervision Exercised

This position will not supervise other employees.

Salary and Benefits:

Shifts are either 6 or 12 hours and are paid at the rate of $1000 per 6 hour shift or $2000 per 12 hour shift. 

The hiring rate (or budgeted rate) for these positions has been established at: 

Clinical Instructor: $2,000 per 12-hour shift

Clinical Senior Instructor: $2,000 per 12-hour shift

Clinical Assistant Professor: $2,000 per 12-hour shift

Clinical Associate Professor: $2,000 per 12-hour shift

Clinical Professor: $2,000 per 12-hour shift

For the moonlighting hours worked. This is non-negotiable as it is a department standard rate.

This is a non-benefits eligible position. 

The above salary rate represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the rate at the time of posting.

Diversity and Equity:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.

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, persons within the LGBTQ community, and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

The 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 investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program. 

Minimum Qualifications  

Clinical Instructor: 1-3 years of clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience.  Minimum degree qualifications: NP/APN, DO, MD, CO Physician License or Eligible for CO Physician License.  Board Certified, Eligible, or Eligible by the time of hire in Psychiatry.

Clinical Senior Instructor: 1-3 years of clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience. Minimum degree qualifications: NP/APN, DO, MD, CO Physician License or Eligible for CO Physician License.  Board Certified, Eligible, or Eligible by the time of hire in Psychiatry.

Clinical Assistant Professor: 1-3 years of clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience.  Minimum degree qualifications: NP/APN, DO, MD, CO Physician License or Eligible for CO Physician License.  Board Certified, Eligible, or Eligible by the time of hire in Psychiatry.

Clinical Associate Professor: 4-7 years of clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience.  Minimum degree qualifications: NP/APN, DO, MD, CO Physician License or Eligible for CO Physician License.  Board Certified, Eligible, or Eligible by the time of hire in Psychiatry.

Clinical Professor: 7 years of clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience.  Minimum degree qualifications: NP/APN, DO, MD, CO Physician License or Eligible for CO Physician License.  Board Certified, Eligible, or Eligible by the time of hire in Psychiatry.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

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

• 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.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including presentations to community audiences.
• Ability to work effectively on multiple tasks and maintain a well-organized work environment. 
• Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse population of faculty, staff and students.

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.