Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist - Wilmington, United States - University of North Carolina

Description

Posting Information

Posting Information


Department
Psychiatry - General


Posting Open Date
03/01/2024


Application Deadline

Open Until Filled
Yes


Position Type
Permanent Faculty


Working Title
Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist - Open Rank


Appointment Type
Fixed Term Faculty


Vacancy ID
FAC0004986


Full-time/Part-time
Full-Time Permanent


Hours per week
40


FTE
1


Position Location
North Carolina, US


Hiring Range

Proposed Start Date
07/01/2024

Position Information


Be a Tar Heel

A global higher education leader in innovative teaching, research and public service, the
University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill consistently ranks as
one of the nation's top public universities.

Known for its beautiful campus, world-class medical care, commitment to the arts and top athletic programs, Carolina is an ideal place to teach, work and learn.

One of the best college towns and best places to live in the United States, Chapel Hill has diverse social, cultural, recreation and professional opportunities that span the campus and community.

University employees can choose from a wide range of
professional training opportunities for career growth, skill development and lifelong learning and enjoy
exclusive perks for numerous retail, restaurant and performing arts discounts, savings on local child care centers and special rates on select campus events.

UNC-Chapel Hill offers full-time employees a
comprehensive benefits package, paid leave, and a variety of health, life and retirement plans and additional programs that support a healthy work/life balance.

Primary Purpose of Organizational Unit
The UNC School of Medicine has a rich tradition of excellence and care. Our mission is to improve the health and wellbeing of North Carolinians, and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.

We strive to promote faculty, staff, and learner development in a diverse, respectful environment where our colleagues demonstrate professionalism, enhance learning, and create personal and professional sustainability.

We optimize our partnership with the UNC Health System through close collaboration and commitment to service.


OUR VISION
Our vision is to be the nation's leading public school of medicine.

We are ranked 2nd in primary care education among all US schools of medicine and 5th among public peers in NIH research funding.

Our Allied Health Department is home to five top-ranked divisions, and we are home to 18 top-ranked clinical and basic science departments in NIH research funding.

OUR MISSION
Our mission is to improve the health and well-being of North Carolinians and others whom we serve. We accomplish this by providing leadership and excellence in the interrelated areas of patient care, education, and research.


Patient Care:
We will promote health and provide superb clinical care while maintaining our strong tradition of reaching underserved populations and reducing health disparities across North Carolina and beyond.


Education:
We will prepare tomorrow's health care professionals and biomedical researchers by facilitating learning within innovative curricula and team-oriented interprofessional education. We will cultivate outstanding teaching and research faculty, and we will recruit outstanding students and trainees from highly diverse backgrounds to create a socially responsible, highly skilled workforce.


Research:
We will develop and support a rich array of outstanding health sciences research programs, centers, and resources. We will provide infrastructure and opportunities for collaboration among disciplines throughout and beyond our University to support outstanding research. We will foster programs in the areas of basic, translational, mechanistic, and population research.


Position Summary

The UNC Department of Psychiatry is seeking a Board Certified Child and Adolescent Psychiatrist to be a subject matter expert collaborator with the North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services.

This is a full-time position. The rank will be based on the qualifications of the applicants.

Duties include:

analyze and/or develop existing or proposed systems, strategies, services; provide subject matter expertise on Medicaid policies and clinical definitions; contribute to the development and implementation of mental health related policies and initiatives that enhance access to care and the quality of mental health services for Medicaid beneficiaries; and as need additional duties relating to child psychiatry that are under the purview of North Carolina Department of Health and Human Services.

Additional duties may include clinical care of patients, and teaching/supervising fellows, residents, medical students, and other trainees from a variety of disciplines.

Minimum Education and Experience Requirements
Board Certified MD or DO.


Preferred Qualifications, Competencies, and Experience
The successful candidate should have a strong knowledge of Medicaid policy and experience in working within state governmental agencies. The candidate should have clinical experience working with children and adolescent patients.

Triple Board certification in General Pediatrics, General Psychiatry and Child and Adolescent Psychiatry certified preferred, with ability to apply expertise to whole child health related policy.

Special Physical/Mental Requirements

Campus Security Authority Responsibilities
Not Applicable.


Special Instructions
Interested candidates may apply by going to
and attaching a curriculum vitae and letter of application. Please include the names of 2-3 references.


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Department Contact Information


Department Contact Name and Title
Carla Feuerstein


Department Contact Telephone or Email

Academic Personnel Office Contact Information
If you experience any problems accessing the system or have questions about the application process, please contact the University's Executive Vice Chancellor and Provost office at or send an email to

Please note:

The Executive Vice Chancellor & Provost office will not be able to provide specific updates regarding position or application status.

If you have any questions about the job requirements or the hiring department notify the Department Contact.


Equal Opportunity Employer Statement
The University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill is an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, color, disability, gender, gender expression, gender identity, genetic information, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, or status as a protected veteran.