Advanced Practice Provider (App)/(Pa/Np/Aprn)/Psychiatry/Child & Adolescent Division/Instructor - Senior Instructor

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: School of Medicine, Department of Psychiatry, Child & Adolescent Division

Job Title: Advanced Practice Provider (APP)/(PA/NP/APRN)/Psychiatry/Child & Adolescent Division/Instructor- Senior Instructor

Position #00839800 - Requisition #37698

Job Summary:

The Child and Adolescent PMHNP must demonstrate clinical experience and excellence with children and adolescents with psychiatric diagnoses, developmental differences, and the ability to manage different levels of acuity, including patients in different levels of care. (traditional inpatient, outpatient, and partial hospitalizations including the Neuropsychiatric Special Care (NSC) program (inpatient and partial hospitalization -day treatment).

Key Responsibilities:

• Ability to apply and implement evidence-based approaches to care including using evidence-based guidelines for prescriptions and monitoring medications in the pediatric population.

• Able to perform initial psychiatric diagnostic interviews with a biopsychosocial focus, develop and follow through with treatment plans, and maintain timely and focused documentation through the electronic medical record.

• Providing preceptor experiences for APRN students with the appropriate experience and certification from the University of Colorado-Anschutz College of Nursing.

• Work as a member of a multidisciplinary setting consisting of physicians, psychologists, behavioral health clinicians, nursing, board certified behavioral analysts, behavioral health specialists, nursing, and trainees.

• Carry a case load on the NSC inpatient unit and the NSC partial hospitalization program.

Work Location: Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Aurora, CO.

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.

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.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Instructor or Senior Instructor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Instructor:

• Minimum degree qualifications: APRN or PA
• APRN applicants must possess a Colorado RN license and Board Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). Prescriptive authority is required.
• PA applicants must be nationally certified by the NCCPA and have passed the Psychiatry Specialty Exam (CAQ).
• Must have prior experience in a Child Psychiatric setting (may include experience as a RN prior to APRN training).
• 1-3 years of related clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience.

Senior Instructor:

• Minimum degree qualifications: APRN or PA
• APRN applicants must possess a Colorado RN license and Board Certification as a Psychiatric Mental Health Nurse Practitioner (PMHNP). Prescriptive authority is required.
• PA applicants must be nationally certified by the NCCPA and have passed the Psychiatry Specialty Exam (CAQ).
• Must have prior experience in a Child Psychiatric setting (may include experience as a RN prior to APRN training).
• 1-3 years of related clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience practicing independently in a mental health setting.
• History of working with milieu staff is desired.
• 5 years of post-degree experience in outpatient and hospital settings.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Clinical skill is required for conducting brief and targeted assessments in integrated care settings to provide short-term psychotherapy interventions, health and behavior change and triage for appropriate level of care.
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clinical faculty and staff in psychiatry.
• Strong commitment to inter-professional, team-based care in psychiatry
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
• Capacity for flexibility and adaptability in different work situations.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills including presentations to community audiences on women's health and behavioral health topics.
• Ability to work effectively on multiple tasks and maintain a well-organized work environment.
• Experience developing, training and supervising psychology trainees

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: Brandon Fenner, brandon.fenner@cuanschutz.edu.

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by 04/30/2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Instructor:$122,000 to $137,000

Senior Instructor: $122,000 to $137,000

This represents the 25-50 percentile of the salary range which is reflective of a candidate with 1-7 years of experience. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to, internal equity, experience, education, specialty and training.

The above salary range represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. The University of Colorado offers a full benefits package. Information on University benefits programs, including eligibility, is located at Employee Services.

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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.

Benefits: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/benefits.

Total Compensation Calculator: https://www.cu.edu/employee-services/total-compensation

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.