Psychiatric Consultant
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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department:Psychiatry
Job Title:Psychiatric Consultant
Position #Requisition #35301
Job Summary:
The Psychiatric Consultant supports the Integrated Behavioral Health/Collaborative Care teamPrimary Care Provider patient and Behavioral Health Care Managerthrough regular consultation on an assigned caseload of patients. The Psychiatric Consultant advises the Primary Care Provider on appropriate medications and other treatment strategies also providing the care team with educational support on diagnosing and managing behavioral health conditions.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provide regularly scheduled (usually weekly) caseload consultation to Behavioral Health Care Managers. Case review consultations focus primarily on patients who are new to the caseload or who are not improving as expected under their current treatment plan. Case reviews may be conducted by telephone video or in person.
- Work with Behavioral Health Care Managers to oversee the status and population health of their assigned patient caseload. The Psychiatric Consultant uses a registry to track all assigned patients and prioritize patients for case review and treatment adjustment. Registry functions can be accomplished through an EHR build on a spreadsheet used in conjunction with an EHR or can be built into a standalone clinical management tracking system that may or may not be linked to an EHR.
- Recommend any treatment adjustments through the case review process or in ad hoc consultations including medication recommendations and other interventions within 24 hours of consulting with a Behavioral Health Care Manager or other team members.
- Advise on treatment for patients who may need more intensive or more specialized mental health care supporting treatment in the medical setting until patients can be engaged in specialized care as appropriate.
- Clearly communicate the limitations of the case review consultation and treatment recommendations if the patient is not evaluated in person. The following disclaimer statement is an example of how to acknowledge these limitations in consultation notes in an EHR: The above treatment considerations and suggestions are based on consultation with the patients Behavioral Health Care Manager and a review of information available in registry. I have not personally examined the patient. All recommendations should be implemented with consideration of the patients relevant prior history and current clinical status. Please feel free to call me with any questions about the care of this patient.
- Be available to provide occasional ad hoc telephone consultation to Primary Care Providers for very complex patients or challenging patient situations. Respond to telephone calls from Primary Care Providers and Behavioral Health Care Managers within one business day. Respond to urgent telephone calls within one hour if available. Coordinate with other Psychiatric Consultants for vacation coverage.
Additional Activities:
- Direct evaluation of patients with significant diagnostic or therapeutic challenges who are identified in discussion with the patients Behavioral Health Care Manager and/or Primary Care Provider. Such consultation may be provided in person or via telemedicine (video or telephone).
- Development and delivery of inservice training for primary carebased providers and staff regarding recognition and treatment of behavioral health conditions in primary care.
If Consulting Remotely and Offsite from Clinic Teams
- If possible visit each participating clinic at least once when initiating a new consulting relationship and then at least once per year to meet clinic providers and discuss ongoing collaboration.
- Maintain professional cell phone and email accounts for contact during usual business hours. Check professional accounts daily and respond to email questions/consultations within two business days sooner if urgent.
This description is a summary only and is describing the general level of work being performed it is not intended to be allinclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business need. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.
Work Location:
Onsite this role is expected to work onsite at PMHI and assigned primary care practices as well as opportunity for virtual consultations and administrative work.
Why Join Us:
The CU Anschutz Medical Campus is a worldclass medical destination at the forefront of transformative science medicine education and patient care. The campus encompasses the CU health professional schools more than 60 centers and institutes and two nationally ranked independent hospitals UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and CHCO that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative interconnected and highly collaborative the CU Anschutz Medical Campus delivers lifechanging treatments patient care and professional training and conducts worldrenowned research fueled by over $705 million in research grants. For more information visit .
The DOP is one of the largest units in the CU School of Medicine and is comprised of 5 Divisions. The CU DOP sets the standard for Education and Training of leaders in psychiatry and mental health care conducts groundbreaking Research that aims to eradicate suffering due to psychiatric and substance use disorders provides ready access to state oftheart mental health preventions and interventions across the continuum of care and collaborates with the community and other key stakeholders to promote wellbeing among all Coloradans. We accomplish this vision in a manner that respects values and advocates for the dignity and worth of each individual and family.
Why work for the University
We haveAMAZINGbenefits and offerexceptional amounts of holiday vacation and sick leave! The University of Colorado offers an excellent benefits package including:
- Medical: Multiple plan options
- Dental: Multiple plan options
- Additional Insurance: Disability Life Vision
- Retirement 401(a) Plan: Employer contributes 10 of your gross pay
- Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year
- Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
- Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
- Holiday Days: 10/year
- Tuition Benefit: Employees have access to this benefit on all CU campuses
- ECO Pass: Reduced rate RTD Bus and light rail service
There are many additional perks & programs with the CU Advantage.
Equal Opportunity Statement:
The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplacewhere all individuals are treated with respect and dignity andwe encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.
Qualifications:
Minimum Qualifications:
This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Instructor Senior Instructor Assistant Professor Associate Professor or Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:
Instructor:
- 13 years of related clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience.
- Minimum degree qualifications: MD and/or DO
- Licensed Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist/Boardeligible in Child Psychiatry
Senior Instructor:
- 13 years of related clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience.
- Minimum degree qualifications: MD and/or DO
- Licensed Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist/Boardeligible in Child Psychiatry
Assistant Professor:
- 13 years of related clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience.
- Minimum degree qualifications: MD and/or DO
- Licensed Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist/Boardeligible in Child Psychiatry
Associate Professor:
- 47 years of related clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience.
- Minimum degree qualifications: MD and/or DO
- Licensed Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist/Boardeligible in Child Psychiatry
Professor:
- 7 years of related clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience.
- Minimum degree qualifications: MD and/or DO
- Licensed Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist/Boardeligible in Child Psychiatry
Preferred Qualifications (applicable for all ranks):
- Ability to quickly synthesize medical and psychiatric data and formulate effective and evidence based clinical recommendations
- Experience with Primary Care Psychiatry or ConsultationLiaison Psychiatry
Knowledge Skills and Abilities:
- Clinical knowledge and experience in evidencebased assessment and treatment of youth mental health concerns and their families in an outpatient mental health setting
- 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
- Ability to work effectively on multiple tasks and maintain a wellorganized work environment
- Effective time management and organizational skills
- Ability to work effectively with a diverse population of faculty staff trainees patients and families
- Ability to provide effective supervision to mental health trainees and consultation with other mental health professionals
How to Apply:
For full consideration please submit the following document(s):
- A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
- Curriculum vitae / Resume
- Five professional references including name address phone number (mobile number if appropriate) and email address
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at
Questions should be directed to: Brandon Fenner .
Screening of Applications Begins:
This is an openended posting used to recruit multiple candidates throughout the year. We will contact candidates when there is an opening.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range or hiring range for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:
Instructor: $220000 to $250000
Senior Instructor: $220000 to $250000
Assistant Professor: $220000 to $250000
Associate Professor: $250000 to $270000
Professor: $280000 to $310000
The above salary range or hiring range represents the Universitys good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is nonexempt.
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.
Total Compensation Calculator: Statement:
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 .
Background Check Statement:
The University of Colorado 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 COVID19 virus and othervaccine 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 theoccupational health medical surveillance program.
Required Experience:
Contract
Employment Type
Full-Time
