Psychiatric Consultant

Job Summary:

The Psychiatric Consultant supports the Integrated Behavioral Health/Collaborative Care team-Primary Care Provider, patient, and Behavioral Health Care Manager-through 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 stand-alone 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 patient's 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 patient's 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 patient's 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 in-service training for primary care-based 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 all-inclusive. 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 world-class 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 life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $705 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.

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 ground-breaking Research that aims to eradicate suffering due to psychiatric and substance use disorders, provides ready access to state of-the-art mental health preventions and interventions across the continuum of care, and collaborates with the community and other key stakeholders to promote well-being 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 have AMAZING benefits and offer exceptional 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.

Diversity and Equity:

The University of Colorado 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. In addition, the Anschutz Campus has also been recognized as an Age-Friendly University. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:
Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

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:

• 1-3 years of related clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience.
• Minimum degree qualifications: MD and/or DO
• Licensed Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist/Board-eligible in Child Psychiatry

Senior Instructor:

• 1-3 years of related clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience.
• Minimum degree qualifications: MD and/or DO
• Licensed Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist/Board-eligible in Child Psychiatry

Assistant Professor:

• 1-3 years of related clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience.
• Minimum degree qualifications: MD and/or DO
• Licensed Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist/Board-eligible in Child Psychiatry

Associate Professor:

• 4-7 years of related clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience.
• Minimum degree qualifications: MD and/or DO
• Licensed Child & Adolescent Psychiatrist/Board-eligible 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/Board-eligible 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 Consultation-Liaison Psychiatry

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Clinical knowledge and experience in evidence-based 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 well-organized work environment
• Effective time management and organizational skills
• Ability to work effectively with a diverse population of faculty, staff, trainees, patients, and families
• Knows and applies best practices in diversity and inclusion during interactions with patients, families, and team members
• 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):

1. A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
2. Curriculum vitae / Resume
3. Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

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

Questions should be directed to: Brandon Fenner - brandon.fenner@cuanschutz.edu.

Screening of Applications Begins:

Screening begins immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by December 2, 2024.

Anticipated Pay Range:

The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:

Instructor: $220,000 to $250,000

Senior Instructor: $220,000 to $250,000

Assistant Professor: $220,000 to $250,000

Associate Professor: $250,000 to $270,000

Professor: $280,000 to $310,000

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. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

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: http://www.cu.edu/node/153125

ADA 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 hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.

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 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.