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Job description
Who We Are
At ERC Pathlight, we’re on a mission to change lives—and we’re looking for people who feel called to do the same.
Who We Are
At ERC Pathlight, we’re on a mission to change lives—and we’re looking for people who feel called to do the same.
As one of the nation’s leading treatment providers for eating disorders and mood, anxiety, and trauma-related conditions, we bring innovative, evidence-based, and deeply compassionate care to patients across the country. With multiple locations nationwide and extensive virtual programming, we meet patients exactly where they are and help them move toward lasting recovery.
Founded in 2008 by renowned psychiatrists and psychologists, ERC Pathlight now supports more than 6,000 patients each year. And as the need for world-class mental health care continues to rise, our commitment is stronger than ever: to expand access, elevate the standard of care, and empower every patient to rebuild their life with dignity and hope.
Why Join Us
When you join ERC Pathlight, you become part of a team that shows up every day to make a real difference. You’ll work alongside passionate clinicians, dedicated support staff, and mission-driven leaders who believe in collaboration, growth, and doing the right thing—always.
Here, your work matters. Your ideas matter. You matter.
If you’re energized by purpose, motivated by impact, and ready to help transform the future of mental health treatment, you belong here.
Come build hope. Come save lives. Come grow with us.
We are actively seeking Adult Psychiatrists and Child & Adolescent Psychiatrists to join our Denver-based physician team. Whether you're an experienced psychiatrist or a recent graduate seeking specialized training, ERC offers a unique opportunity to develop expertise in eating disorders and co-occurring psychiatric conditions while providing life-changing care to patients across the continuum.
Why Join ERC?
$45,000 Sign-On Bonus
Additional $2,000 Compensation Per Weekend Call Assignment
Eating Disorder Fellowship Opportunity
Competitive Compensation Package
Comprehensive Benefits Program
CME Support & Professional Development
Relocation Assistance Available
Mission-Driven Organization with National Recognition
Collaborative Multidisciplinary Care Model
Opportunities to Teach, Mentor, and Support Trainees
What You'll Be Doing
Psychiatrists lead multidisciplinary treatment teams and provide comprehensive psychiatric care for individuals experiencing eating disorders, mood disorders, anxiety disorders, and other co-occurring mental health conditions.
Responsibilities Include
Diagnosing psychiatric illnesses and developing individualized treatment plans
Prescribing and managing psychotropic medications
Providing psychotherapy and psychiatric evaluations
Determining appropriate levels of care
Advocating for patients within healthcare systems
Obtaining medical histories and interpreting diagnostic testing
Collaborating closely with therapists, dietitians, nursing teams, advanced practice providers, and other healthcare professionals
Essential Duties
Direct Patient Care
Practice evidence-based, high-quality psychiatric medicine that prioritizes exceptional patient outcomes and experiences
Support patient understanding, engagement, and shared decision-making in treatment
Maintain timely access to care and support system-wide quality improvements
Typical full-time patient volume averages 18-24 patients per week
Residential and PHP patients are generally seen by psychiatrists twice weekly
Complete clinical documentation thoroughly and within established timelines
Maintain complete and accurate medical records, charts, and case documentation
Collaborate with leadership, physicians, clinical staff, family members, support persons, and referring providers
Participate in treatment planning and communication with referring clinicians both inside and outside the organization
Advocate for patients by supporting level-of-care determination and participating in insurance peer reviews to optimize treatment duration and outcomes
Leadership & Professional Expectations
Communicate clinical information clearly, professionally, and effectively
Promote a culture of respect, collaboration, and clinical excellence
Support organizational goals involving quality, compliance, outcomes, and patient satisfaction
Maintain departmental, regulatory, safety, and infection control standards
Demonstrate professionalism, empathy, and respect in all interactions
Participate in continuing education, staff training, and professional development activities
Evaluate personal performance and pursue opportunities for growth
Participate in community education and physician outreach activities as requested
Serve as a teacher, mentor, and clinical resource for trainees and staff members
Receive and apply individual and group supervision from physician and clinical leaders
On-Call Expectations
We believe in transparency regarding call responsibilities.
Participate in the medical staff weekend call rotation
Cover assigned facilities from Friday evening through Monday morning
Conduct in-person inpatient rounds on Saturday and Sunday mornings
Provide coverage for psychiatric calls from inpatient units during the call period
Additional compensation of $2,000 per weekend call assignment
Current physician staffing typically results in call responsibilities approximately once every 2-3 months
Required Qualifications
Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO)
Graduation from an accredited Medical School and completion of an Accredited Residency Program and fellowships for specialists or equivalent training
Board Certified in General Psychiatry and/or Child and Adolescent Psychiatry
Licensed to practice medicine in the state(s) where patients are seen
BLS/CPR certifications, licensures, and registrations
All certifications for this position must remain current
Knowledge of regulatory body requirements, including Joint Commission standards and other applicable regulations
Join a Team That Changes Lives Every Day
At ERC, our psychiatrists are more than providers. They are leaders, educators, advocates, and partners in recovery. If you're passionate about delivering exceptional psychiatric care while advancing your expertise in eating disorders, we'd love to connect with you.
The compensation range for this position is based upon candidate experience and market expectations.
Colorado pay range
$280,000 - $320,000 USD
What We Offer
At ERC Pathlight, caring for people is our mission and that begins with caring for our own team. Your well-being matters, and our benefit program is designed to support every part of your life.
We offer competitive compensation; comprehensive medical, dental, and vision coverage; generous Paid Time Off; Parental Leave benefits; Retirement benefits; and tuition reimbursement to help you continue growing in your career.
We also recognize that mental health is part of every person’s experience. That’s why we strive to create a workplace where you feel supported, seen, and encouraged—personally, professionally, and at home.
When you thrive, you can do your best work. And your best work changes lives.
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Worksite address
denver, CO, 80285, US
Who can apply
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