Pediatric Psychologist (Ph.D., Psy.D.)

University of Colorado Anschutz

Department: Psychiatry

Job Title: Pediatric Psychologist (Ph.D., Psy.D.)

Rank: Open Rank

Position #00851734 – Requisition #40939

The Department of Psychiatry (DOP) at the University of Colorado School of Medicine (CU), the Division of Child and Adolescent Mental Health (DCAMH), and the Pediatric Mental Health Institute (PMHI) of Children’s Hospital Colorado (CHCO) has an opening for a Pediatric Psychologist within the Ambulatory Section of PMHI/CHCO with an associated faculty position within the DCAMH/DOP at CU.

Job Summary

The CU DCAMH, PMHI, and CHCO have combined to transform children’s mental health care in Colorado, building a coordinated system, grounded in collaboration and partnership, that provides all children with high-quality, evidence-based, youth- and family-centered care through an ambitious and comprehensive strategic plan. As part of this transformative work, we are seeking a full-time pediatric psychologist to join our efforts who has a vision towards advancing clinical care, research, and education to further the mission of the Division as a national leader in child mental health services. This psychologist will be dedicated to improving care for patients served in the Medical Day Treatment Program (.8) and in the Outpatient Medical Complexity Specialty Program (.2) at CHCO.

The Medical Day Treatment (MDT) Program, a partnership between CHCO and Aurora Public Schools, is a unique school and treatment program located at CHCO that provides educational, medical, and behavioral health support for children and adolescents with chronic medical diagnoses. Youth present with a wide range of medical diagnoses and psychological concerns that impact their ability to fully participate in a traditional academic setting. The psychologist, a member of the mental health team at MDT, works collaboratively with the larger multidisciplinary team that also includes nurses and educators, to support children and their families in the program. The psychologist will also assist with program development and support of day-to-day activities, including managing and responding to referrals, collaborating with Aurora Public Schools, and coordinating care with providers at CHCO and with professionals in the community.

Key Responsibilities

• Provide behavioral health services (individual psychotherapy, group psychotherapy, and family-based support/intervention) to children and adolescents with medical and psychological diagnoses who are admitted to MDT.
• Consult with pediatric medical teams at CHCO to address behavioral health and environmental factors that impact child well-being including adherence to medical recommendations, adjustment to medical diagnosis and treatment, mental health concerns, behavioral difficulties, developmental considerations, and family factors.
• Collaborate with medical teams, allied health professionals, and resource partners including social work, family navigators, and community health professionals to deliver comprehensive, team-based care.
• Use evidence-based assessment and treatment approaches for children and adolescents presenting with a wide range of medical, behavioral, developmental, and mental health concerns.
• Contribute to the DOP teaching and scholarship in ways consistent with the expectations of CU faculty, advancing the standing of the Department
• Engage in service to the department, hospital, and local/regional/national organizations
• Maintain eligibility for CU faculty appointment

This description is a summary only and describes the general level of work being performed, it is not intended to be all-inclusive. The duties of this position may change from time to time and/or based on business need. We reserve the right to add or delete duties and responsibilities at the discretion of the supervisor and/or hiring authority.

Supervision Received

This position reports to the Clinical Director of Day Programs.

Supervision Exercised

This position will not supervise other employees.

Work Location

The MDT program is an in-person program serving patients five days per week. MDT and an OP clinic location are located on the Anschutz Medical Campus in Aurora.

Why Join Us

The CU Anschutz Medical Campus is a world-class medical destination at the forefront of transformative science, medicine, education, and patient care. The campus encompasses the CU health professional schools, more than 60 centers and institutes, and two nationally ranked independent hospitals - UCHealth and CHCO - that treat more than two million adult and pediatric patients each year. Innovative, interconnected and highly collaborative, the CU 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 .

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 .

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

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

Instructor

• 1-3 years of relevant clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience.
• Minimum degree qualifications: Ph.D. or Psy.D.
• At the time of hire, applicants must have a Colorado Psychologist License or be eligible for licensure within the state of Colorado. Applicants must have completed an APA-approved doctoral training program, including an APA-approved internship.

Senior Instructor

Assistant Professor

Associate Professor

• 4-7 years of relevant clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience.

Professor

• 7+ years of relevant clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience.

Track:

Open Track: To support the growth of our faculty, selected candidates at the Assistant Professor level or higher will be offered the opportunity to choose a track that corresponds to their area of excellence. Learn more about faculty tracks at the Offices for the Faculty Experience .

Ranks of Instructor and Senior Instructor will be on the TTE track and given an opportunity to switch tracks, if needed, at a later time.

Rank at the time of appointment will be based on the candidate’s demonstrated contributions and experience in teaching, clinical, research, and/or service to the field. We welcome applicants with a range of backgrounds and accomplishments and encourage individuals to highlight the breadth and depth of their professional impact.

Preferred Qualifications (applicable for all ranks)

• Experience working with youth with chronic medical health needs and their families
• Experience working collaboratively with medical providers, community organizations, and schools, to support youth with medical and mental health needs
• Demonstrated skills using evidence-based treatment models including but not limited motivational interviewing, consultation models, and flexible application of behavioral and developmental interventions to address medical and mental health concerns
• Ability to deliver services in Spanish is strongly preferred
• Experience working in an academic medical center
• Experience working in an APA-accredited psychology training program
• Preference will be given to those who are eager to engage in all aspects of the academic mission (clinical, teaching, scholarship, and service)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Clinical skill in conducting brief and targeted assessments and consultations in a multidisciplinary healthcare setting
• Ability to work collaboratively on a multidisciplinary team and with colleagues, medical specialists, and trainees across a wide array of clinical settings
• Capacity for flexibility and adaptability when delivering patient care in a unique, multidisciplinary setting
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills for clinical information sharing, training and supervision, and presentations/education to community audiences
• Ability to work effectively on multiple tasks and maintain a well-organized work environment
• Experience supervising, teaching, and training psychology trainees as well as other learners (e.g., medical students, nursing students)
• Experience working with diverse pediatric populations

How to Apply

For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):

• A letter of application which specifically addresses the job requirements and outlines qualifications
• A current CV
• List of three to five professional references (we will notify you prior to contacting both on and off-list references)

Questions should be directed to: Brandon Fenner at brandon.fenner@cuanschutz.edu

Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers .

Screening of Applications Begins:

Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. For best consideration, apply by October 31, 2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Instructor, Senior Instructor: $105,000 to $120,000

Assistant Professor: $110,000 to $135,000

Associate Professor: $140,000 to $175,000

Professor: $180,000 to $240,000

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 ( or hiring range ) represents the University’s good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting.

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

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

Equal Employment Opportunity

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