Faculty Program Director of Psychiatry Residency Training - Open Rank

Job Summary:

The Department of Psychiatry has an opening for the Program Director of Psychiatry Residency Training. The Program Director will be responsible for overseeing all tracks of the Psychiatry Residency Training Program and will establish and nurture a culture of continuous improvement and collegiality, promote scholarship and innovation, respond to new demands and opportunities arising from a rapidly changing healthcare landscape, and represent and advocate for the Department's residency in local, national, and internal arenas. The Director will lead the admission and accreditation processes, as well as all relevant residency director roles within the Department's residency structure.

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 $757 million in research grants. For more information, visit www.cuanschutz.edu.

Key Responsibilities:

• Managing the selection process to ensure that the program recruits an outstanding and diverse intern class with diversity defined broadly including race, ethnicity, specialty, research, and other academic interests.
• Building superb educational programs, ensuring that residents have exceptional experiences in all rotations and that faculty are held accountable for creating such experiences.
• Leading the assessment process for residents, one that includes the use of competencies, complies with ACGME policies, and ensures that residents receive useful feedback on such assessments.
• Leading the mentoring and personal/career counseling program for residents including effectively advocating for residents in applying for jobs and fellowships.
• Creating a strategy for continuous improvement and evolution of the residency program in response to opportunities and challenges including those in the healthcare delivery system and those created by our growing clinical and research knowledge base.
• Providing strong financial stewardship including effectively managing the residency budget, responsibly advocating for resources, and fostering philanthropy.
• Establishing a positive working relationship with residency and other relevant staff and, together, creating an organization known for its excellence in operations.
• Establishing a culture of innovation and scholarship by promoting scholarship among residents and program leaders.
• Collaborating with Vice Chair of Education to ensure that the strategy set for residency program aligns with departmental vision and mission.
• Participating in Office of Education and Training Council and interfacing with Faculty Program Directors of other disciplines to ensure cohesion for the interdisciplinary programs of training across the Department
• Possess a thorough knowledge of CU policies and procedures with respect to graduate medical education as well as the ACGME Institutional and Program Requirements for Psychiatry to lead all aspects of educational training requirements.
• Work effectively with the sponsoring institution's Designated Institutional Official (ACGME's "DIO") and Graduate Medical Education office to ensure the program's compliance with all institutional accreditation expectations, to obtain necessary support and resource allocation for the program, and to personally participate in the institution's Graduate Medical Education Committee (GMEC) and in any other assigned educational administrative activities at the institutional level.
• Work effectively with all rotation site leadership, site directors and faculty around residents rotations, goals and objectives for rotations, resident feedback and evaluation, rotation availability and yearly scheduling, growth or limitations of educational opportunities, faculty development, and all resident related education.

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite in Aurora, Colorado.

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 an open rank position and could be categorized as Associate Professor or Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Associate Professor: 4-7 years of related clinical experience at a rank or equivalent experience. Minimum degree qualifications: M.D.

Professor: 7+ years of related clinical experience at a rank or equivalent experience. Minimum degree qualifications: M.D.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience working with Psychiatry trainees
• Experience with multiple hospital systems to ensure that our trainees in all settings have the support they need
• Evaluation of Residence performance

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Must be able to work cooperatively with all constituencies in the Department of Psychiatry including Departmental Chair, Program Directors, and administrative staff.
• Self-directed and flexible.
• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Strong time management and organizational skills.

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: Rachael Anderson, MBA, MSW, LCSW: Rachael.anderson@cuanschutz.edu

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by October 1, 2024.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

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

Professor: $280,000 to $310,000

Please note that there is the possibility of an additional stipend based on candidate qualifications and experience.

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.