University of Colorado - School of Medicine
OPEN RANK - University Hospital Emergency Room (CDU2) Psychiatrist
Position Number: 00792545
Department: Department of Psychiatry
Reports To: University of Colorado Hospital Director of Service
The University of Colorado Denver 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.
Nature of Work
The CDU2 psychiatrist will provide direct patient care in the emergency department. The psychiatrist is responsible for collaborating with other emergency department faculty and staff, other CDU2 psychiatrists, and APPs. This position will include (12) 12-hour clinical shifts per 28-day period (including some nights and weekends) - i.e., 36 hrs/wk = 1.0 FTE. The CDU2 psychiatrist will be exempt from the regular Department of Psychiatry call schedule.
This position involves evaluating and treating behavioral emergencies and substance intoxication and withdrawal in the emergency department alongside a team of behavioral health evaluators, nurses, emergency medicine physicians, APPs, residents, and medical students.
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
- Participate in attending rotation in ED service with flexible hours (including some weekends and nights)
- Determining the appropriate treatment of patients, monitoring them as needed, and determining disposition.
- This position requires familiarity with the use of chemical restraints, emergency medications, seclusion/restraint procedures, pharmacology for acute agitation, risk assessment, and treatment of substance intoxication and withdrawal.
- The CDU2 psychiatrist should be comfortable managing comorbid medical conditions via collaboration with the main emergency department attendings.
- Actively Contributes to Academic Advancement of his/her discipline
- Keeps abreast of the latest developments in field, both academically and through applied skills.
Supervision Received
This position reports to the University of Colorado Hospital Director of Service.
Supervision Exercised
This position will supervise CDU2 APPs, psychiatry residents, and medical students.
Salary Offered or Salary Range
MD and/or DO
Instructor: The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $200,000 to $215,000.
Senior Instructor: The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $200,000 to $215,000.
Assistant Professor: The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $200,000 to $215,000.
Associate Professor: The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $220,000 to $245,000.
Professor: The salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established at $250,000 to $300,000.
The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.
The above salary range (or hiring 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.
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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.
Minimum Qualifications
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.
Instructor: 1-3 years of clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience. Minimum degree qualifications: MD, CO Physician License or Eligible for CO Physician License. Board Certified, Eligible, or Eligible by the time of hire in Psychiatry.
Senior Instructor: 1-3 years of clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience. Minimum degree qualifications: MD, CO Physician License or Eligible for CO Physician License. Board Certified, Eligible, or Eligible by the time of hire in Psychiatry.
Assistant Professor: 1-3 years of clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience. Minimum degree qualifications: MD, CO Physician License or Eligible for CO Physician License. Board Certified, Eligible, or Eligible by the time of hire in Psychiatry.
Associate Professor: 4-7 years of clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience. Minimum degree qualifications: MD, CO Physician License or Eligible for CO Physician License. Board Certified, Eligible, or Eligible by the time of hire in Psychiatry.
Professor: 7+ years of clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience. Minimum degree qualifications: 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:
- Passion and excitement to contribute to the development of a robust emergency psychiatry program
- Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques
- Able to effectively manage and direct medical staff support activities while providing quality medical care
- Able to receive detailed information through oral communication, express or exchange ideas by verbal communication
- Excellent listening and social skills
- Able to interact effectively with people of varied educational, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds as well as various skill levels and value systems
- Demonstrated ability to work effectively with a diverse population of faculty, staff, and students.
- Performs in a tactful and professional manner
- A wide degree of creativity and latitude is expected.
- Relies on sound clinical experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals
- 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.
- Ability to work effectively on multiple tasks and maintain a well-organized work environment.
Application Materials Required: Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References
Application Materials Instructions:
Applications are accepted electronically at, refer to requisition ID: 24273
When applying, applicants must include:
- A letter of application which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications
- A current Resume/CV
- The names, addresses, daytime telephone numbers and e-mail addresses for three professional references, either attached to your resume/CV or uploaded as a separate document
Please be advised that the University does check references as part of the employment process.
Please do not submit any of your application material (via email) to the job posting contact.
Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Aurora
Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20278 - SOM-PSYCH GENERAL OPERATIONS
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Jan 4, 2022
Unposting Date: Ongoing
Posting Contact Name: Brandon Fenner
Posting Contact Email: brandon.fenner@cuanschutz.edu
Position Number: 00792545
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