Psychiatrist
Listed on 2026-02-07
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Healthcare
Mental Health, Healthcare Consultant
Payroll Title
STDT HEALTH PHYSCN 5
DepartmentCOUNSELING & PSYCH SERV
Hiring Pay Scale$220,000 - $280,000 / Year of metrics, data, clinical outcomes, client experience measurements and feedback.
The incumbent performs a wide range of general psychiatric tasks with a culturally diverse college population of undergraduate and graduate and professional school student clients. These include: conducting psychiatric evaluations, prescribing and managing psychotropic medications as indicated and following response to such treatment with follow-up visits, making recommendations regarding outpatient treatment; intervening in cases of psychiatric emergency, facilitating hospitalization as needed;
referring to on- and off-campus resources for follow-up care; providing brief counseling and education about psychiatric treatment, and consultation and training to CAPS, Student Health Services (SHS) and other university staff.
- Current, unrestricted, state of CA MD or DO license.
- Current valid Federal Controlled Substance registration certificate.
- Board certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology, Inc.
- Knowledge of the current laws, procedures and ethical principles that govern the practice of psychiatry.
- Demonstrated skill to provide psychiatric diagnoses, plan and implement a variety of case dispositions.
- Experience and ability in prescribing and monitoring controlled substance medications.
- Skill to formulate and conduct treatment plans and programs.
- Ability to work with a diverse population and traditionally underrepresented student groups.
- Ability to provide consultation and educative services.
- Ability to relate warmly, humanely, sensitively and empathetically to others.
- Academic and experiential knowledge of psychiatric/psychological science, including psychotherapeutic processes and procedures.
- Skill to conduct brief individual counseling and psychotherapy.
- Ability to communicate clearly and effectively orally and in writing.
- Ability to perform effectively in a service environment.
- Demonstrated knowledge and use of business software and specialized applications / systems used in behavioral health settings. Working knowledge of electronic medical/mental health records systems (EMR or EHR).
- Ability to at all times adhere to UCSD Health Medical Center (C.A.R.I.N.G.) Standards of Performance, and demonstrate the characteristics of professionalism in attire, attitude, conversation, behavior and attentiveness to others. All staff members are required to uphold the UCSD Principles of Community and to promote a positive and collaborative team environment.
- Demonstrated knowledge and understanding of state and federal health care privacy laws, Title IX, VAWA, ADA, Title II, HIPAA and FERPA, as well as professional ethics or regulations that govern the work.
- Must complete all required training assigned by UCOP, UCSD, CAPS and SHW on a timely basis.
- Employment is subject to a criminal background check and pre-employment physical.
- Current valid Federal Controlled Substance Registration Certificate.
- BLS required
- Pre-employment credential verification, and reappointment every three years thereafter.
- Must work on campus with ability to telecommute for work, if/when needed and operationally feasible, as determined by department.
- Job descriptions are reviewed periodically and may be revised, if deemed necessary.
- This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employee may perform other related duties commensurate with the level and scope of this position as required to meet the ongoing needs of Counseling and Psychological Services and Student Health and Well-Being.
Annual Full Pay Range: $192,839 - $383,711 (will be prorated if the appointment percentage is less than 100%)
Hourly Equivalent: $92.36 - $183.77
Factors in determining the appropriate compensation for a role include experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. The Hiring Pay Scale referenced in the job posting is the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. The…
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