Asst/Assoc Professor - Psychiatry

About the role

Contributes to the university’s mission through teaching, research and service, some variation by academic unit. Rank of Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor and applicable salary are dependent upon candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Responsibilities

• Providing comprehensive psychiatric care in general, child & adolescent and forensic settings.
• Diagnosing and treating a wide range of psychiatric disorders.
• Collaborating with a multidisciplinary team to ensure high-quality patient care.
• Educate and supervise students, residents and fellows.
• Research opportunities available.
• General Psychiatry - Inpatient and Outpatient:
  • Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for inpatient and outpatient clients.
  • Diagnose and treat a range of psychiatric disorders, including mood disorders, anxiety disorders, psychotic disorders, and substance use disorders.
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including medication management, psychotherapy, and other therapeutic interventions.
  • Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
  • Provide crisis intervention and management of psychiatric emergencies.
• Child and Adolescent Psychiatry:
  • Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations for children and adolescents.
  • Diagnose and treat a range of psychiatric disorders in children and adolescents, including anxiety, depression, ADHD, and behavioral or emotional issues.
  • Develop and implement individualized treatment plans, including medication management and psychotherapy.
  • Monitor patient progress and adjust treatment plans as necessary.
• Forensic Psychiatry:
  • Perform forensic psychiatric assessments for competency to stand trial, criminal responsibility, risk assessments, and other legal matters.
  • Prepare detailed forensic reports for courts, attorneys, and other stakeholders.
  • Provide expert testimony in court, depositions, and other legal settings as required.
  • Collaborate with legal professionals, including attorneys, judges, and law enforcement officers, to provide insights and recommendations on psychiatric issues in legal cases.

Qualifications

Required qualifications:

• MD, DO or MBBS.
• Completion of, or in process of completing, a residency in psychiatry.
• Board Eligibility, or in the process of completing training to become board eligible, in psychiatry.
• Completion of the United States Medical Licensing Examination (USMLE) Step 3.

Preferred qualifications:

• Completion of, or in process of completing, a fellowship in child and adolescent or forensic psychiatry.
• Board Certification in psychiatry.
• 2+ years of experience in outpatient or inpatient psychiatry.
• Active Texas Medical License.

Benefits

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members.
• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more.
• Retirement Plans.
• Wellness Programs.
• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace.
• Lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives.
• Special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses.
• Access to state-of-the-art software and facilities.
• Discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.