Psychiatry Specialist Physician

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Psychiatry Specialist Physician to join our team at Denver Health, where purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day. Our values include Respect, Belonging, Accountability, and Transparency.

About the role

This physician has completed residency training in psychiatry and fellowship training in addiction psychiatry and provides addiction and general psychiatric care throughout Behavioral Health Services. This care may include correctional, inpatient, outpatient, medical, and emergency settings. The role involves diagnosing and treating adolescents and adults with complex, co-occurring medical, psychiatric, and substance use disorders, as well as addressing health-related social needs such as homelessness and poverty. Addiction psychiatrists also educate trainees and support continuous quality improvement and Learning Health System initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Obtains relevant medical histories, makes appropriate diagnoses, implements and directs effective psychiatric treatments. (90%)
• Educates learners from various disciplines. (5%)
• Supports continuous quality improvement and Denver Health as a Learning Health System. (5%)

Requirements

• Doctorate Degree from an accredited medical school.
• Successful completion of a psychiatric residency.
• Successful completion of a fellowship in addiction psychiatry.
• Board-certification in general and addiction psychiatry.
• Active MD-Physician license from a State Medical Board.
• BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) certification from the American Heart Association or American Red Cross.

Skills

• Knowledge of and ability to apply professional medical principles, procedures, and techniques.
• Thorough knowledge of pharmacological agents used in patient treatment.
• Ability to effectively manage and direct medical staff support activities while providing quality medical care.
• Strong oral and written communication skills, including the ability to receive and convey detailed information.
• Excellent listening and social skills, with the ability to interact effectively with diverse individuals across educational, socioeconomic, and ethnic backgrounds.
• Professionalism and tact in all interactions.
• Creativity and latitude in decision-making, relying on experience and judgment to plan and accomplish goals.

Pay

$267,800.00 - $314,200.00 per year.

Benefits

• Paid time off starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick leave, and 7 holidays.
• 100% paid parental leave up to 6 weeks.
• Immediate eligibility for retirement plans with employer contribution up to 9.5%.
• Comprehensive medical, dental, and vision plans, plus employer-paid disability and life insurance.
• On-site employee fitness center and nationally recognized RESTORE Center for well-being.
• Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation).
• Childcare discount programs and exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more.
• Tuition reimbursement and assistance.
• Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC).
• Professional clinical advancement program and shared governance.
• Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer with free student loan coaching.
• National Health Service Corps (NHSC) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer.

About Denver Health

Denver Health is an integrated, high-quality academic healthcare system considered a model for the nation. It includes a Level I Trauma Center, a 555-bed acute care medical center, Denver’s 911 emergency medical response system, 10 family health centers, 19 school-based health centers, Rocky Mountain Poison & Drug Safety, the Public Health Institute at Denver Health, Denver Health Medical Plan, and Denver Health Foundation. As Colorado’s primary safety-net healthcare system, Denver Health provides millions in uncompensated care for the uninsured each year. Located near downtown Denver, the organization is just minutes away from many cultural and recreational activities.