University of Colorado | CU Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: School of Medicine | Department of Family Medicine

Job Title: Clinical Psychologist –Sr. Instructor

Position #00833995 Requisition # 36780

Job Summary:

The Department of Family Medicine provides primary health care, educates medical and psychology students and graduates, conducts research and engages with communities.  This position will provide therapeutic evaluation and treatment of patients with psychological disorders at Family Medicine clinic(s) coordinating with multi-disciplinary clinicians to provide team-based care in a patient-centered medical home setting committed to providing equitable care to a diverse population. 

Ideal candidates will have experience with integrated team-based care, with additional expertise in motivational interviewing, evidence-based psychotherapies, and working with diverse populations.  Clinical skill is required for conducting assessments, brief psychotherapy, health and behavior change interventions, substance use treatment, and triage to the appropriate level of care. 

Examples of Work Performed

The duties and responsibilities of the position include, but are not limited to:

Clinical Care

• Provide consultations and recommendations for behavioral health questions and presenting concerns to family medicine providers.
• Assess, diagnose and treat behavioral, mental, and emotional conditions.
• Facilitate group visits as needed.
• Design and implement health promotion/disease prevention interventions.
• Support goal setting and patient self-management skills. 

Teaching and Supervision

• Directly supervise behavioral health trainees (graduate students, psychology interns, post-doctoral fellows, and pre-licensure psychologists). 

Interprofessional

• Provide team-based care with multidisciplinary teams.
• Coach physicians in communication skills and techniques of health behavior change.
• Conduct hospital rounds as needed.
• Facilitate referrals for more significant mental health conditions.
• Participate in quality improvement and practice transformation initiatives, workflow modification, and the identification and deployment of new efficiencies. 

Administrative

• Maintains eligibility for School of Medicine Faculty.
• ­Keeps well-informed of the latest developments in field, both academically and through applied skill.
• May participate in clinical research projects (but not required to be a clinician-researcher unless pursuing traditional promotion path).
• Accepts other responsibilities specifically assigned by the Director of Behavioral Health and Integrated Programs.
• Attends and presents at conferences, meetings and trainings in order to maintain certification and enhance professional skills; participates in faculty development activities. 
• Attends and presents at conferences, meetings and trainings in order to maintain certification and enhance professional skills; participates in faculty development activities. 

Work Location:

Onsite - this role is expected to work onsite and is located in Denver, Colorado.

Why Join Us:

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.

Equal Opportunity Statement:

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply. 

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications: 

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. 

Sr. Instructor:

• Education: Doctoral degree in Psychology (PhD or PsyD)
• Experience: Completion of an accredited postdoctoral program with enough clinical hours to be licensed as a clinical psychologist.
• Special Skills: Ability to obtain Colorado state licensure as a psychologist.  Ability to obtain and maintain credentialing through the University of Colorado Health system.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with integrated team-based care, particularly in a primary care based setting that promotes an inclusive environment.
• Expertise in motivational interviewing, and evidence-based psychotherapies. 
• Experience with a variety of teaching methods and/or curricular perspectives. 

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Clinical skill is required for conducting brief and targeted assessments to provide short-term psychotherapy interventions, health and behavior change, substance use treatment, and triage for appropriate level of care.
• Demonstrated skill in supervision of clinical staff and trainees.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with clinic faculty and staff.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team and independently.
• Experience training and developing staff. 

How to Apply:

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

1.     A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position

2.     Curriculum vitae / Resume

3.     Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address

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

Questions should be directed to: Lydia Lyon, lydia.lyon@cuanschutz.edu. 

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by 08/21/2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

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

Sr. Instructor: $92,000 to $140,000

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. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.

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

ADA Statement:

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu​.

Background Check Statement:

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement:

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.