Asst/Assoc/Professor - Psychiatry, Addiction

45164BR

Introduction:

Nationally recognized as a Great College to Work For (https://www.ttuhsc.edu/about/great-college/default.aspx) , TTUHSC provides much more than just a job! Enjoy excellent benefits (https://www.ttuhsc.edu/human-resources/benefits/) , including paid leave, retirement plans, wellness programs, health insurance and so much more. Ready to start building a rewarding career in a positive environment where you can develop and thrive? Join us as we change the future of health care.

About TTUHSC:

Texas Tech University Health Sciences Center is enriching the lives of others by educating students, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC graduates more health care professionals than any other health care institution in the state, conferring 24.2% of all degrees and certificates awarded from health-related institutions in Texas. By providing comprehensive clinical services to more than 10 million individuals across 121 counties, TTUHSC is dedicated to advancing the health of people throughout Texas and beyond. This is where world-class education meets compassionate patient care – and we believe that our people are the reason for our institution’s lasting success and bright future.

Being part of the TTUHSC team means being part of an innovative and supportive community that empowers each individual to do their best work. Through our values-based culture (https://www.ttuhsc.edu/human-resources/values-based-culture.aspx) , TTUHSC is committed to cultivating an exceptional workplace community with a positive culture that puts people first.

Visa Information:

TTUHSC, at its sole discretion, may initiate new H-1B I-129 visa petitions in accordance with the directive issued by Governor Abbott. Approval from the Texas Workforce Commission is required. On a limited, case-by-case basis, the institution may also sponsor eligible individuals for change-of-status or change-of-employer petitions for qualifying positions. TTUHSC will not pay the $100,000 fee, if applicable.

Position Description:

The TTUHSC Department of Psychiatry is dedicated to the TTUHSC mission to enrich the lives of others by educating students to become collaborative health care professionals, providing excellent patient care, and advancing knowledge through innovative research. TTUHSC School of Medicine is a community based medical school in that we collaborate with community hospitals as training sites instead of owning our own. This allows us to provide a varied training experience for our residents and medical students and for faculty to fulfill their unique interests in the practice and science of psychiatry.

Rank of Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Professor and applicable salary are dependent upon candidate’s qualifications and experience.

Major/Essential Functions:

• Evaluate patients to distinguish between primary mental health conditions and symptoms caused directly by substance use.

• Prescribe and monitor specialized medications to reduce cravings, manage withdrawal symptoms, and block the effects of addictive substances.

• Conduct counseling and behavioral therapies to help patients develop coping skills and prevent relapse.

• Collaborate with a multidisciplinary team to create holistic, individualized treatment plans;

• Formulate sustainable, culturally congruent interventions.

• Provide supervision, mentoring and teaching to residents and students.

Required Qualifications:

• MD/DO or equivalent.

• Foreign Medical Graduates Only: ECFMG Certification OR Equivalency Certification.

• Completion of, or in the process of completing, a residency in psychiatry.

• Completion of, or in the process of completing, a fellowship in addiction psychiatry OR Experience in Addiction Psychiatry.

• ABMS Board Eligibility, or in the process of completing training to become board eligible, in Psychiatry.

Benefits:

TTUHSC is committed to creating an environment where our team members can do their best work, with programs and benefits (https://www.ttuhsc.edu/human-resources/benefits/) to support head-to-toe well-being. Explore just a few of the advantages of being a TTUHSC team member:

• Health Plans + Supplemental Coverage Options – Individual health insurance provided at no cost for full-time team members

• Paid Time Off – Including holidays, vacation, sick leave and more

• Retirement Plans

• Wellness Programs

• Certified Mother-Friendly Workplace

Additionally, TTUHSC invests in the success of our team members by providing opportunities for personal and professional growth, including lifelong learning programs, recognition programs, and health and wellness initiatives. Team members also enjoy a variety of other perks, such as special membership rates at local gyms and golf courses, access to state-of-the-art software and facilities, and discounts on travel, technology, entertainment and more.

Job Type:

Full Time

Pay Basis:

Monthly

Pay Grade Minimum:

Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills

Pay Grade Maximum:

Salary commensurate with related education, experience and/or skills

Pay Statement:

Compensation is commensurate upon the qualifications of the individual selected and budgetary guidelines of the hiring department, as well as the institutional pay plan. For additional information, please reference the institutional pay plan website at https://app4.ttuhsc.edu/payplan .

Grant Funded?:

No

Shift:

Other

Travel Required:

Up to 25%

Does this position work in a research laboratory?:

No

EEO Statement:

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

Jeanne Clery Act:

The Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Campus Crime Statistics Act is a federal statute requiring colleges and universities participating in federal financial aid programs to maintain and disclose campus crime statistics and security information. By October 1 of each year, institutions must publish and distribute their Annual Campus Security Policy & Crime Statistics Report (ASR) to current and prospective students and employees. To view this report, visit the TTUHSC Clery Act website at https://www.ttuhsc.edu/compliance/clery-report.aspx .