Position/Rank
Academic Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist / Rank Dependent on Qualifications
Department
01277 - Pediatric Behavioral Health
Track
Track Dependent on Qualifications
New Position to Begin
FY17
Details

This is an incredible opportunity to join a collegial academic environment and work in a children's hospital ranked as one of the best in the U.S. The Division of Pediatric Psychiatry and Behavioral Health in the Department of Pediatrics at the University of Utah is recruiting for an Academic Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist. The psychiatrist will provide hospital-based psychiatric consultation-liaison services and outpatient services to medically ill patients evaluated and treated at Primary Children's Hospital. The psychiatrist will also provide on-call coverage during evenings, weekends and holidays. In addition to clinical service, there is an expectation for academic work, including education, investigation, administration as well as advocacy.

Qualified candidates must have an M.D. or D.O. degree and be Board Qualified/Board Certified in Adult and in Child and Adolescent Psychiatry. The selected candidate will receive a faculty appointment in the Department of Pediatrics on the Clinical or Tenure track at the academic level commensurate with experience and qualifications.

The University offers a competitive salary and an unmatched benefits program, including non-contributory retirement contributions of 20.2% of annual salary that vest immediately. The Department of Pediatrics also offers an education debt repayment program.

Salt Lake City is a diverse major metropolitan area with outstanding restaurants, arts and music. The cost of living is affordable and there are lots of outdoor activities no matter what season (6 ski resorts within 30 minutes and 5 national parks within an easy 4 hour drive) It is serviced by a convenient international airport with direct flights to most major cities. Salt Lake City is an amazing place to live!

Cover letter and curriculum vitae will be required. For additional information about the position, please contact: D. Richard Martini, M.D., at richard.martini@hsc.utah.edu.

The University of Utah Health Sciences Center is a patient focused center distinguished by collaboration, excellence, leadership, and Respect. The University of Utah HSC values candidates who are committed to fostering and furthering the culture of compassion, collaboration, innovation, accountability, diversity, integrity, quality, and trust that is integral to the mission of the University of Utah Health Sciences Center.

EEO/Diversity Information

The University of Utah is an Affirmative Action/Equal Opportunity employer and does not discriminate based upon race, national origin, color, religion, sex, age, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, status as a person with a disability, genetic information, or Protected Veteran status. Individuals from historically underrepresented groups, such as minorities, women, qualified persons with disabilities and protected veterans are encouraged to apply. Veterans' preference is extended to qualified applicants, upon request and consistent with University policy and Utah state law. Upon request, reasonable accommodations in the application process will be provided to individuals with disabilities. To inquire about the University's nondiscrimination or affirmative action policies or to request disability accommodation, please contact: Director, Office of Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action, 201 S. Presidents Circle, Rm 135, (801) 581-8365.

The University of Utah values candidates who have experience working in settings with students from diverse backgrounds, and possess a strong commitment to improving access to higher education for historically underrepresented students.

Notice

The University is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). To be eligible for retirement contributions, you must be hired into a benefit-eligible position. Employees with prior URS service may elect to enroll in the URS within 30 days of hire. Regardless of whether they are hired into a benefit-eligible position or not, individuals who previously retired and are receiving monthly retirement benefits from URS must notify the Benefits Department upon hire. Please contact Utah Retirement Systems at (801)366-7770 or (800)695-4877 or the University's Benefits Department at (801)581-7447 for information.

Special Instructions for Candidates

Open Date
04/25/2016
Close Date

Open Until Filled
Yes
Requisition Number
PRN01459F
Type
Faculty


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