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Senior Instructor - 34839 Faculty Description
University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus
Department: School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry, Mental Health Hospital at Fort Logan
Job Title: Senior Instructor
Position #00827226 – Requisition #34839
Job Summary:
The Colorado Mental Health Hospital at Fort Logan (CMHHFL, or Fort Logan) is a 138-bed adult inpatient psychiatric facility located in Denver, CO. It is one of the State's two mental health hospitals that serve an underrepresented patient population with serious mental health disorders.
As a Staff Physician, your role involves working alongside Fort Logan's team of medical physicians to manage the medical problems of the hospital's psychiatric inpatients while collaborating with the attending psychiatrist and multidisciplinary treatment team. You will provide medical care to hospital patients and also provide clinical guidance and support to programs in the Medical Services work unit. The ideal candidate is an experienced primary care physician (family medicine, internal medicine, or closely-related specialty) who is looking for a change from the typical corporate medical practice setting and interested in serving a vulnerable patient population. This is a direct care role and not research-based position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provides medical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment
- Completes pre-admission screening and performs various health assessments
- Provides site coverage for general patient care needs and code-blue emergency response
- Works with members of the psychiatry treatment team to engage the patient in the treatment of their medical illnesses. Collaborates with other staff and outside consultants in the evaluation and treatment of patients.
- Assists with On-Duty physician training, orientation, quality reviews, and general communication during sign-out
- Provides after-hours on-call support to the on-site On-Duty physician in rotation with other physicians as assigned
- Supports work unit initiatives and programs such as employee health, infection control, and pandemic response
- Serves on various committees, workgroups and projects. Educates and mentors staff.
Depending on experience and fit, there is also an opportunity an individual with administrative/management experience to provide administrative and medical direction for the work unit and its programs
Work Location:
Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite at the Fort Logan Campus located in southwest Denver
Why Join Us:
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $650 million in research grants. For more information, visit https://apptrkr.com/get_redirect.php?id=5625536&targetURL=Senior Instructor
Position #00827226 – Requisition #34839
Job Summary:
The Colorado Mental Health Hospital at Fort Logan (CMHHFL, or Fort Logan) is a 138-bed adult inpatient psychiatric facility located in Denver, CO. It is one of the State's two mental health hospitals that serve an underrepresented patient population with serious mental health disorders.
As a Staff Physician, your role involves working alongside Fort Logan's team of medical physicians to manage the medical problems of the hospital's psychiatric inpatients while collaborating with the attending psychiatrist and multidisciplinary treatment team. You will provide medical care to hospital patients and also provide clinical guidance and support to programs in the Medical Services work unit. The ideal candidate is an experienced primary care physician (family medicine, internal medicine, or closely-related specialty) who is looking for a change from the typical corporate medical practice setting and interested in serving a vulnerable patient population. This is a direct care role and not research-based position.
Key Responsibilities:
- Provides medical assessment, diagnosis, and treatment
- Completes pre-admission screening and performs various health assessments
- Provides site coverage for general patient care needs and code-blue emergency response
- Works with members of the psychiatry treatment team to engage the patient in the treatment of their medical illnesses. Collaborates with other staff and outside consultants in the evaluation and treatment of patients.
- Assists with On-Duty physician training, orientation, quality reviews, and general communication during sign-out
- Provides after-hours on-call support to the on-site On-Duty physician in rotation with other physicians as assigned
- Supports work unit initiatives and programs such as employee health, infection control, and pandemic response
- Serves on various committees, workgroups and projects. Educates and mentors staff.
Depending on experience and fit, there is also an opportunity an individual with administrative/management experience to provide administrative and medical direction for the work unit and its programs
Work Location:
Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite at the Fort Logan Campus located in southwest Denver
Why Join Us:
The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education and patient care. The campus encompasses the University of Colorado health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth University of Colorado Hospital and Children's Hospital Colorado - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus delivers life-changing treatments, patient care and professional training and conducts world-renowned research fueled by over $650 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.
The Department of Psychiatry is one of the largest units in the UCD-SOM and is comprised of 5 Divisions. The CU Department of Psychiatry 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 a Senior Instructor position
- MD or DO Family Practice / Internal Medicine or other closely related specialty.
- Graduation from an accredited School of Medicine.
- Unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of Colorado
- DEA registration
- AHA BLS for Healthcare providers
Preferred Qualifications:
- Board certification and five years post-graduate direct care experience in a primary care or closely related field
- Experience working with behavioral health patients.
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to communicate effectively, both orally and in writing with faculty, staff, students, alumni, industry and the public.
- Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with employees at all levels throughout the institution.
- Knows and applies best practices in diversity and inclusion practices or has knowledge and understands cultural differences.
- A team-player with exceptional interpersonal skills, flexibility, and a solutions-focused approach
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 www.cu.edu/cu-careers.
Questions should be directed to: Viki Manley, viki.manley@cuanschutz.edu
Screening of Applications Begins:
Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by November 30, 2024.
Anticipated Pay Range:
The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE:
Senior Instructor: $302,940.00
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.
Job Category: Faculty
Primary Location: Aurora Department: U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver - 20284 - SOM-PSYCH-SP/G P3
Schedule: Full-time
Posting Date: Sep 10, 2024
Unposting Date: Ongoing Posting Contact Name: Viki Manley Posting Contact Email: viki.manley@cuanschutz.edu Position Number: 00827226
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