About this opportunity
Nortek Medical Staffing lists this Inpatient Psychiatrist - Northern Colorado | $350,000-$400,000 opportunity in denver, Colorado. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Job DescriptionA growing inpatient behavioral health program in Northern Colorado is seeking a full-time Adult Psychiatrist to join its clinical team.
This is an excellent opportunity for a psychiatrist who values meaningful patient care, clinical autonomy, and the opportunity to help shape an expanding behavioral health program. The incoming physician will manage a reasonable inpatient census currently averaging approximately 12 patients , collaborate closely with an experienced multidisciplinary team, and provide clinical supervision to advanced practice providers.
The position offers a Monday–Friday schedule , highly competitive compensation, and the ability to take on an influential clinical role as the program continues to grow.
Position Highlights:
Competitive annual compensation of $350,000–$400,000 , based on experience
Manageable inpatient census averaging approximately 12 patients
Monday–Friday schedule
Adult inpatient behavioral health setting
Clinical leadership and APP supervision responsibilities
Opportunity to help grow and influence an expanding program
Collaborative multidisciplinary care environment
Located in the Northern Colorado region near Fort Collins, Loveland, and Greeley
Responsibilities Conduct comprehensive psychiatric evaluations and assessments for adult inpatient behavioral health patients
Diagnose psychiatric conditions and develop individualized treatment plans
Provide ongoing psychiatric care, medication management, and clinical follow-up
Manage an inpatient census currently averaging approximately 12 patients
Evaluate patient progress and adjust treatment plans when clinically appropriate
Supervise and collaborate with psychiatric nurse practitioners, physician assistants, and other advanced practice providers
Participate in multidisciplinary treatment planning and clinical case discussions
Coordinate care with nursing, therapy, social work, case management, and other clinical departments
Complete accurate, timely, and compliant clinical documentation
Support patient stabilization, discharge planning, and continuity of care
Provide clinical leadership as the inpatient program continues to expand
Participate in weekend coverage approximately two weekends per month
QualificationsRequired Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree
Completion of an accredited psychiatry residency program
Board-certified or board-eligible in Psychiatry
Active Colorado medical license or eligibility to obtain one
Active DEA registration or ability to obtain one
Strong psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, and medication-management skills
Excellent clinical judgment and decision-making abilities
Ability to work effectively within a multidisciplinary treatment team
Commitment to compassionate, patient-centered behavioral healthcare
Ability to work onsite in Northern Colorado
Preferred Previous adult inpatient psychiatry experience
Experience supervising nurse practitioners or physician assistants
Experience working in an expanding behavioral health program
Strong background in psychiatric documentation and treatment planning
Demonstrated clinical leadership and team collaboration skills
Working Hours Full-time, onsite position
Monday through Friday
Standard daytime schedule
Weekend coverage approximately two weekends per month
No remote or telepsychiatry arrangement
Candidates should currently reside within commuting distance or be prepared to relocate independently
Skills Adult Inpatient Psychiatry
Psychiatric Evaluations
Crisis Stabilization
Diagnosis and Treatment Planning
Psychopharmacology
Medication Management
Advanced Practice Provider Supervision
Multidisciplinary Collaboration
Behavioral Health Documentation
Risk Assessment
Discharge Planning
Patient-Centered Care
Clinical Leadership
Program Development
Quality and Compliance Standards
Compensation $350,000–$400,000 annually , based on experience, qualifications, and final schedule structure.
Qualified psychiatrists interested in joining a growing inpatient program and making a direct clinical impact are encouraged to apply. Additional information regarding the facility and interview process will be shared with qualified candidates.
Worksite address
denver, CO, 80202, US
Who can apply
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