Physician Psychiatry - Competitive Salary

Job 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 & Behavioral Sciences

The Department is committed to fostering a culture that values and promotes innovation in training methods, research and service to the community. 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. Our department’s clinical services provide culturally 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 at 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 Adult Psychiatrist Position

The Dell Medical School Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences, in collaboration with Integral Care, seeks a board certified or eligible psychiatrist to join its community-focused clinical faculty. This role offers the opportunity to transform mental health care delivery through innovative clinical, educational, and research initiatives in partnership with a nationally recognized Local Mental Health Authority. The ideal candidate will be committed to exemplary, patient-centered care and bring strong collaborative skills to work across multidisciplinary teams. Clinical responsibilities will be based in Integral Care settings and tailored to the candidate’s interests, which may include outpatient care, crisis services, residential treatment, or jail psychiatry. The position includes opportunities for teaching and mentoring medical students and residents, contributing to new models of integrated care, and engaging in scholarly activities. The psychiatrist will play an essential role in advancing high-quality, evidence-based care for individuals with serious mental illness while helping shape the next generation of psychiatric professionals.

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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.

• Competitive Base & Relocation Assistance
• Appealing benefits offering 100% employer paid Options – PPO Medical Plan & Prescription Drug Coverage, Life Insurance, AD&D, and Malpractice
• Desirable Optional Coverages – Vision, Dental, FSA, VGTL, and STD/LTD
• Alluring Retirement Plan Options – TRS & ORP
• Compelling Work/Life Balance – PTO, Sick Time, Holidays, Comp Time, CME, Wellness Time, Onsite Campus Childcare, and much more
• Exciting Opportunity for Professional Growth – Mentorship, Development & Merit Increases
• Student loan forgiveness - available through the Texas Mental Health Professionals Loan Repayment Program

Qualifications:

Required:

• Doctor of Medicine (M.D.) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.) degree.
• Unrestricted license to practice medicine in Texas or eligibility to obtain licensure prior to appointment.
• Board certification in psychiatry or board eligibility with a commitment to obtaining certification within two years.
• Completion of a four-year psychiatry residency program.
• Eligible for credentialing and privileging at UT Health Austin.
• Eligible for a faculty appointment as Assistant or Associate Professor in the Department of Psychiatry and Behavioral Sciences.

Preferred:

• Experience working in an academic medical center or university-affiliated health system.
• Prior involvement in teaching medical students, residents, or fellows.
• Demonstrated interest in or experience with community psychiatry or public mental health systems.
• Experience working within multidisciplinary teams or integrated behavioral health settings.
• Interest or experience in program development, quality improvement, or research initiatives.
• Bilingual in English and Spanish, or experience working with different, underserved populations. #healthstartshere2