Sr. Instructor – Psychiatric Physician

• University of Colorado Anschutz
• Department: Department of Psychiatry, Division of Community Population and Public Mental Health
• Job Title: Sr. Instructor – Psychiatric Physician
• Position #00854479 – Requisition #41722

Job Summary

The Colorado Mental Health Hospital in Pueblo (CMHHIP) is a 516-bed acute care psychiatric hospital that provides inpatient behavioral health services for adults, adolescents and geriatric patients. CMHHIP is a forensic hospital that serves individuals with pending criminal charges who require evaluations of competency, individuals who have been found to be incompetent to proceed (restoration treatment) and individuals found to be not guilty by reason of insanity by Colorado's criminal courts.

CMHHIP is located in southern Colorado on a 300-acre campus. This position will be required to be in person in Pueblo, CO and is not located on Anschutz Medical Campus.

This position is considered full-time (1.0 FTE)

Desired start date for this position is 8/1/27.

Key Responsibilities

This position provides direct treatment of hospital patients.

Work with integrated care teams that include mental and physical health professionals, such as physicians, psychologists, nurses, and social workers, to provide seamless continuum of care.

Collaborate with other members of the team and evaluate their diagnosis and treatment protocols upon request to ensure the best in patient care.

Provide consultation to integrated care team members to help diagnosis, assess and treat complex behavioral health conditions in an inpatient facility.

Provide input in the creation of individual patient treatment plans that incorporate multiple treatment methodologies and adjust as needed for enhanced patient response.

Diagnose mental health conditions based on patient health history, discussions with the patient and information provided from relatives and other health professionals.

Assess patients and prescribe pharmaceutical interventions, as appropriate, on an ongoing basis for treatment of behavioral, emotional, or mental disorders.

Recommend diagnostic and laboratory tests on patients to learn additional information about their physical and/or mental health, as well as their improvement over time.

Discuss treatment protocols and diagnoses with patient caregivers and advise as appropriate.

Work Location: Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Pueblo, Colorado.

Why Join Us

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%25 of your gross pay
• Paid Time Off: Accruals over the year (based on percentage of time)
• Vacation Days: 22/year (maximum accrual 352 hours)
• Sick Days: 15/year (unlimited maximum accrual)
• Holiday Days: 11/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.

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

Open Track: To support the growth of our faculty, selected candidates will be offered the opportunity to choose a track that corresponds to their area of excellence. Learn more about faculty tracks at the Office for Faculty Affairs.

• Sr. Instructor:
• MD/DO, CO Physician License or eligible for a CO Physician License
• Board Certified in Psychiatry

Preferred Qualifications

Experience working with Forensic populations.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Knowledge, experience, and ability to manage complex information and computer systems.

Conditions of Employment

Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without requiring sponsorship. We are unable to provide work visa sponsorship or employment authorization for this position now or in the future.

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 cu.edu.
• Questions should be directed to: Viki Manley, viki.manley@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by 1/15/27. Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Anticipated Pay Range

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

Sr. Instructor: $302,935

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: cu.edu

Equal Employment 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 workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

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

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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.