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Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, Assistant or Associate Professor
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Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist, Assistant or Associate Professor
College/School/Unit: Dell Medical School
Department: Psychiatry
Posted: Mar 11, 2025
Apply By: Open until filled
Description About Dell Medical School As part of The University of Texas at Austin, one of the nation's leading research universities, the Dell Medical School pursues innovation in the redesign of healthcare delivery, excellence in healthcare research, and programs in interdisciplinary and inter‑professional education. It is the fifth medical school in the UT System and the first medical school established in nearly five decades by a member of the Association of American Universities, an organization of leading public and private research universities.
The University of Texas Medical Center, anchored by Dell Medical School, is defining the future of health. Announced in August 2023 with planning and implementation underway, The University of Texas Medical Center will cement Austin as a premier destination for health care alongside other major Texas cities. With two new, state‑of‑the‑art hospitals - a UT specialty hospital and a cancer center being built by MD Anderson - plus the academic and research expertise of UT, The University of Texas Medical Center will provide the integrated, world‑class care that is a hallmark of academic medicine.
The Dell Medical School is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute to excellence within the health learning system.
About the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Our department leads psychiatry education for the Dell Medical School and its post‑graduate programs train mental health professionals to become 21st‑century leaders in the fields of psychiatry and psychology. Clinical services provide informed, evidence‑based care for individuals and families in multiple general medical and specialty behavioral health settings with an active and strong presence in community settings. Importantly, the Department is leading efforts at the University of Texas‑Austin to execute cutting‑edge basic and clinical research that illuminates the underlying neurobiological causes of psychiatric disorders and identifies novel treatments for psychiatric disorders.
About the Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist Position The Dell Medical School (DMS) Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences is seeking a board certified/board eligible Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist to join the clinical faculty and serve on our community and school‑based telemedicine programs and consultation‑liaison clinical team in Austin, Texas. We seek a physician who will help the Department achieve our goal of working with community partners to develop clinical, educational and research initiatives that revolutionize how people get and stay mentally healthy in Central Texas and beyond. Student loan forgiveness is available for faculty of the Department of Psychiatry through the Texas Mental Health Professionals Loan Repayment Program.
Additionally, DMS is a Health Research Institute (HRI) of the Texas Child Mental Health Care Consortium. The program and projects of the DMS HRI work to address the clinical needs of the programs which address urgent mental health challenges and improve the mental health care system in Texas for children, adolescents and their families. This position will provide clinical and consultative care as a part of the Child and Perinatal Psychiatric Access Network (CPAN and PeriPAN), a telephone consultation line for physicians, Texas Child Health Access through Telemedicine (TCHATT), a school‑based telehealth program and Child Psychiatry Workforce Expansion (CWPE) projects for the Central Texas catchment area. We are also integrated in our local mental health community clinics.
Primary responsibilities will include providing clinical expertise to evaluate and treat a broad spectrum of mental health challenges for children and adolescents and in support of physicians who call the Child and Perinatal Psychiatric Access Network for consultation. The physician would also provide psychiatric care to children and adolescents as part of the Community Psychiatry Workforce Expansion (CPWE) program. This program is part of recent legislative funding to increase access to pediatric mental health services across Texas.
We seek candidates committed to providing exemplary care and treatment that restores hope and helps patients live healthier, fuller lives. A clinical assignment will occur through our Department's collaborations with the Seton Healthcare Family with the physician providing clinical care at a Local Mental Health Authority and/or Dell Children's Medical Center remotely.
Essential Functions
Treatment and Assessment: Leverage knowledge and understanding of child/adolescent psychiatry to treat and assess patients and/or physicians (e.g., primary care physicians, family medicine doctors, etc.); obtain information through the clinical interview and interpret age‑specific responses to treatment; leverage knowledge and understanding of psychosocial systems on treatment and age‑specific psychopharmacology to the benefit of the patient. Offer education, clinical recommendations, and referral information to equip doctors to manage mental health cases in the primary care setting. Treat patients, staff, and doctors with dignity and respect. Meet productivity standards as developed by the Medical Director. Prescribe medication in collaboration with the patient/guardian based on diagnosis and target symptoms and in compliance with any applicable center formulary. Apply cost/benefit/risk analysis. Account for other medical conditions in making medical decisions and collaborate with other professionals as necessary. Comply with procedures for acquisition of medication through patient assistance programs. Provide ongoing in‑person and/or telemedical medication management services consistent with the standard of care and in accordance with applicable guidelines. Evaluate and monitor effectiveness and tolerability of psychiatric medications. Provide patient education and ensure appropriate consents are obtained. Perform AIMS and other assessments as applicable.
Evaluation: Provide and appropriately document in‑person and/or telemedical psychiatric evaluations consistent with the standard of care and in accordance with any applicable guidelines and documentation requirements. Psychiatric diagnosis is supported by clinical findings. Order lab work as indicated by patient need and in compliance with applicable rules and guidelines. Review lab results in a timely manner, and adjust treatment as indicated.
Documentation: Document all services in a professional and timely manner, using approved medical records systems and forms. Document all services within 24 hours of service delivery including the addition of all documents and pertinent information between appointments, including phone calls, medication changes, and referrals. Clearly document rationale for treatment that deviates from usual standards, such as polypharmacy, treatment of patients with ongoing substance use, use of off‑label medications, change in frequency of lab monitoring, long‑term use of benzodiazepines.
Emergency Evaluation: Provide child and adolescent psychiatric emergency evaluations and ongoing crisis services. Document risk factors and recommendations. Assist staff in developing appropriate crisis plans.
Participate in treatment team meetings as indicated. Attend and participate in medical staff meetings, peer review, quality management activities, and other activities within the scope of a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist and as assigned by the Medical Director. Sustain and cultivate team working relationships, and effectively collaborate with treatment team members. Collaborate with colleagues in the development of new services/programs/affiliations. Work with clinic staff to maximize access to psychiatric services and promote efficiency and cost effectiveness of services.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate knowledge of, and comply with attendance, work schedule, on‑call policies, center policies/procedures, professional/legal requirements, and billing standards; will maintain required training, licensure, and certificates; demonstrate ethical, courteous, and professional behavior and communicate with staff and patients in a timely manner.
Live in Austin a Vibrant, Lively, University City Known for its excellent schools, lively music scene, superb cuisine, and international festivals such as South by Southwest. The city typically ranks among the country's best places to live. Nearby lakes and rivers as well as the beautiful adjacent Texas Hill Country provide ample opportunities for outdoor activities.
Why Join Our Team We offer an attractive compensation and benefits package that is well rounded and competitive, making it desirable for individuals with excellent clinical skills, a passion for education, and potential for scholarly contributions to join a dynamic department in an innovative and growing medical school.
Qualifications Required
Unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of Texas, or the ability to obtain prior to appointment.
Board certified in child and adolescent psychiatry, or board eligible with a commitment to obtain certification within two years.
Eligible for credentialing and privileging by Ascension Seton.
Eligible for credentialing and privileging in the local mental health authority.
Eligible for appointment as an assistant professor or higher in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences.
Eligible for faculty appointment with The University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School.
Preferred
Demonstrated leadership, clinical teaching, evaluation, and communication skills.
Ability to influence and motivate others at all professional and administrative levels.
Innovative self‑starter with a commitment to excellence.
Possess tenacity, self‑motivation and initiative necessary to drive the development and maintenance of established and new programs. A track record of being able to lead, direct, and influence a team regardless of reporting lines, as well as be a team player.
Application Instructions Interested and qualified candidates should complete the required application and submit a current CV, letter of interest and references.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
To apply, visit https://faculty.utexas.edu/career/123010 #J-18808-Ljbffr
Department: Psychiatry
Posted: Mar 11, 2025
Apply By: Open until filled
Description About Dell Medical School As part of The University of Texas at Austin, one of the nation's leading research universities, the Dell Medical School pursues innovation in the redesign of healthcare delivery, excellence in healthcare research, and programs in interdisciplinary and inter‑professional education. It is the fifth medical school in the UT System and the first medical school established in nearly five decades by a member of the Association of American Universities, an organization of leading public and private research universities.
The University of Texas Medical Center, anchored by Dell Medical School, is defining the future of health. Announced in August 2023 with planning and implementation underway, The University of Texas Medical Center will cement Austin as a premier destination for health care alongside other major Texas cities. With two new, state‑of‑the‑art hospitals - a UT specialty hospital and a cancer center being built by MD Anderson - plus the academic and research expertise of UT, The University of Texas Medical Center will provide the integrated, world‑class care that is a hallmark of academic medicine.
The Dell Medical School is especially interested in qualified candidates who can contribute to excellence within the health learning system.
About the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences Our department leads psychiatry education for the Dell Medical School and its post‑graduate programs train mental health professionals to become 21st‑century leaders in the fields of psychiatry and psychology. Clinical services provide informed, evidence‑based care for individuals and families in multiple general medical and specialty behavioral health settings with an active and strong presence in community settings. Importantly, the Department is leading efforts at the University of Texas‑Austin to execute cutting‑edge basic and clinical research that illuminates the underlying neurobiological causes of psychiatric disorders and identifies novel treatments for psychiatric disorders.
About the Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist Position The Dell Medical School (DMS) Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences is seeking a board certified/board eligible Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist to join the clinical faculty and serve on our community and school‑based telemedicine programs and consultation‑liaison clinical team in Austin, Texas. We seek a physician who will help the Department achieve our goal of working with community partners to develop clinical, educational and research initiatives that revolutionize how people get and stay mentally healthy in Central Texas and beyond. Student loan forgiveness is available for faculty of the Department of Psychiatry through the Texas Mental Health Professionals Loan Repayment Program.
Additionally, DMS is a Health Research Institute (HRI) of the Texas Child Mental Health Care Consortium. The program and projects of the DMS HRI work to address the clinical needs of the programs which address urgent mental health challenges and improve the mental health care system in Texas for children, adolescents and their families. This position will provide clinical and consultative care as a part of the Child and Perinatal Psychiatric Access Network (CPAN and PeriPAN), a telephone consultation line for physicians, Texas Child Health Access through Telemedicine (TCHATT), a school‑based telehealth program and Child Psychiatry Workforce Expansion (CWPE) projects for the Central Texas catchment area. We are also integrated in our local mental health community clinics.
Primary responsibilities will include providing clinical expertise to evaluate and treat a broad spectrum of mental health challenges for children and adolescents and in support of physicians who call the Child and Perinatal Psychiatric Access Network for consultation. The physician would also provide psychiatric care to children and adolescents as part of the Community Psychiatry Workforce Expansion (CPWE) program. This program is part of recent legislative funding to increase access to pediatric mental health services across Texas.
We seek candidates committed to providing exemplary care and treatment that restores hope and helps patients live healthier, fuller lives. A clinical assignment will occur through our Department's collaborations with the Seton Healthcare Family with the physician providing clinical care at a Local Mental Health Authority and/or Dell Children's Medical Center remotely.
Essential Functions
Treatment and Assessment: Leverage knowledge and understanding of child/adolescent psychiatry to treat and assess patients and/or physicians (e.g., primary care physicians, family medicine doctors, etc.); obtain information through the clinical interview and interpret age‑specific responses to treatment; leverage knowledge and understanding of psychosocial systems on treatment and age‑specific psychopharmacology to the benefit of the patient. Offer education, clinical recommendations, and referral information to equip doctors to manage mental health cases in the primary care setting. Treat patients, staff, and doctors with dignity and respect. Meet productivity standards as developed by the Medical Director. Prescribe medication in collaboration with the patient/guardian based on diagnosis and target symptoms and in compliance with any applicable center formulary. Apply cost/benefit/risk analysis. Account for other medical conditions in making medical decisions and collaborate with other professionals as necessary. Comply with procedures for acquisition of medication through patient assistance programs. Provide ongoing in‑person and/or telemedical medication management services consistent with the standard of care and in accordance with applicable guidelines. Evaluate and monitor effectiveness and tolerability of psychiatric medications. Provide patient education and ensure appropriate consents are obtained. Perform AIMS and other assessments as applicable.
Evaluation: Provide and appropriately document in‑person and/or telemedical psychiatric evaluations consistent with the standard of care and in accordance with any applicable guidelines and documentation requirements. Psychiatric diagnosis is supported by clinical findings. Order lab work as indicated by patient need and in compliance with applicable rules and guidelines. Review lab results in a timely manner, and adjust treatment as indicated.
Documentation: Document all services in a professional and timely manner, using approved medical records systems and forms. Document all services within 24 hours of service delivery including the addition of all documents and pertinent information between appointments, including phone calls, medication changes, and referrals. Clearly document rationale for treatment that deviates from usual standards, such as polypharmacy, treatment of patients with ongoing substance use, use of off‑label medications, change in frequency of lab monitoring, long‑term use of benzodiazepines.
Emergency Evaluation: Provide child and adolescent psychiatric emergency evaluations and ongoing crisis services. Document risk factors and recommendations. Assist staff in developing appropriate crisis plans.
Participate in treatment team meetings as indicated. Attend and participate in medical staff meetings, peer review, quality management activities, and other activities within the scope of a Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist and as assigned by the Medical Director. Sustain and cultivate team working relationships, and effectively collaborate with treatment team members. Collaborate with colleagues in the development of new services/programs/affiliations. Work with clinic staff to maximize access to psychiatric services and promote efficiency and cost effectiveness of services.
The ideal candidate will demonstrate knowledge of, and comply with attendance, work schedule, on‑call policies, center policies/procedures, professional/legal requirements, and billing standards; will maintain required training, licensure, and certificates; demonstrate ethical, courteous, and professional behavior and communicate with staff and patients in a timely manner.
Live in Austin a Vibrant, Lively, University City Known for its excellent schools, lively music scene, superb cuisine, and international festivals such as South by Southwest. The city typically ranks among the country's best places to live. Nearby lakes and rivers as well as the beautiful adjacent Texas Hill Country provide ample opportunities for outdoor activities.
Why Join Our Team We offer an attractive compensation and benefits package that is well rounded and competitive, making it desirable for individuals with excellent clinical skills, a passion for education, and potential for scholarly contributions to join a dynamic department in an innovative and growing medical school.
Qualifications Required
Unrestricted license to practice medicine in the State of Texas, or the ability to obtain prior to appointment.
Board certified in child and adolescent psychiatry, or board eligible with a commitment to obtain certification within two years.
Eligible for credentialing and privileging by Ascension Seton.
Eligible for credentialing and privileging in the local mental health authority.
Eligible for appointment as an assistant professor or higher in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences.
Eligible for faculty appointment with The University of Texas at Austin Dell Medical School.
Preferred
Demonstrated leadership, clinical teaching, evaluation, and communication skills.
Ability to influence and motivate others at all professional and administrative levels.
Innovative self‑starter with a commitment to excellence.
Possess tenacity, self‑motivation and initiative necessary to drive the development and maintenance of established and new programs. A track record of being able to lead, direct, and influence a team regardless of reporting lines, as well as be a team player.
Application Instructions Interested and qualified candidates should complete the required application and submit a current CV, letter of interest and references.
Equal Employment Opportunity Statement The University of Texas at Austin, as an equal opportunity/affirmative action employer, complies with all applicable federal and state laws regarding nondiscrimination and affirmative action. The University is committed to a policy of equal opportunity for all persons and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, marital status, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, disability, religion, or veteran status in employment, educational programs and activities, and admissions.
To apply, visit https://faculty.utexas.edu/career/123010 #J-18808-Ljbffr