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Position Summary:

Florida Atlantic University is seeking a Student Health Psychiatrist. - Boca Raton, FL

Summary of responsibilities:

Clinical:

+ Provides psychopharmacological services to college students.

+ Collaborates with primary care providers in Student Health and therapists within Counseling and Psychological Services (CAPS).

+ Records findings in a systematic, comprehensive and clearly stated form.

+ Obtains a detailed intake assessment.

+ Requests and/or orders appropriate laboratory and diagnostic tests to support diagnostic evaluations. Interpret laboratory and diagnostic test results.

+ Responsible to maintain confidentiality of all student medical/health information, in accordance with all departmental, university, state and federal regulations and guidelines.

+ Follows FAU and Student Health Services guidelines, policies, and protocols.

+ Institutes emergency procedures, which might be required in life-threatening situations to stabilize a patient's condition or prevent further trauma until emergency medical transport arrives.

+ Consults with other members of the medical staff about patients with special medical problems in accordance with established guidelines.

+ Provides timely access to patients in need of care.

+ Refers patients to other members of the medical staff and outside specialists as necessary.

+ Maintains current and appropriate medical credentials.

+ Diagnoses and treats acute and chronic psychiatric illnesses.

+ Requests laboratory determinations and diagnostic tests as needed. Interpretation of laboratory and diagnostic tests results.

+ Responsible for maintaining confidentiality of all student medical/health information, in accordance with all departmental, university, state, and federal regulations and guidelines.

+ Provides oversight and coordination as needed to services provided to FAU student by FAU’s contracted mental/behavioral health vendor.

+ Participates in multidisciplinary meetings (E.g.: patients with eating concerns)

+ Performs other job-related duties as assigned.

Administrative:

+ Initiates and creates policies, which support clinical practice.Participates in peer review process and quality improvement program.

+ Potential supervisory responsibility as psychiatry program expands.

+ Participates in medical staff committees.

+ Serves as a role model to the medical staff regarding psychiatric medical practice.

+ Sets standards of clinical care and oversees an ongoing system to evaluate and monitor clinical care.

+ Recommends and ensures compliance with policies, regulatory requirements and standards that cover clinical and patient care responsibilities.

+ Works closely with CAPS and other campus partners to improve psychiatric services provided to students.

+ Actively participates in the three-year AAAHC re-accreditation review with support from the appropriate committee members.

+ Ensures clinical compliance with accreditation and other prevailing standards.

+ Gathers data for staffing, program, and services evaluation.

+ Responds to student patient, parent, faculty, or staff concerns as needed or requested.

+ Serves on university and departmental committees as needed or requested.

+ Perform other job-related duties as assigned.

FAU Benefits and Perk s

If Benefits & Perks are important to you, then FAU is the place to be! Working at FAU has its perks ! In addition to helping drive change and having a positive impact by supporting our students, staff, and faculty, FAU offers:

+ Excellent benefit packages including Medical (PPO/HMO $50 per month single & $180 per month family), Dental, Vision, Life Insurance, Flexible Spending plans, Employee Assistance Program (EAP) and much more.

+ State retirement options including tax-deferred annuities and Roth 403(b) plans.

+ State employees Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) program - https://studentaid.gov/manage-loans/forgiveness-cancellation/public-service

+ Flexible work arrangement plans - https://www.fau.edu/hr/employee\_relations/flexwork.php

+ Sick Leave Pool Program

+ Paid time off (eligible employees) including vacation and sick leave, 1 personal day, 9 paid holidays, and paid winter break (at President’s discretion).

+ Paid Community Engagement Volunteer Service Day - https://www.fau.edu/hr/documents/community-engagement-volunteer-leave4-2015.pdf

+ Employee Educational Scholarship Program (EESP) for eligible Staff/Faculty - Tuition assistance after 6 months of full-time employment. For in-unit faculty, the EESP program may be extended to spouses and dependent children (eligibility rules apply).

For details on FAU's amazing offers visit us at https://www.fau.edu/hr/benefits/index.php

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Minimum Qualifications:

A Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathy degree from an accredited institution and fours years of appropriate experience required.

Licensed to practice medicine in the State of Florida

Five (5) years clinical experience in out-patient mental health, university counseling or similar setting.

Eligible for board-certification or Board Certified by the American Board of Psychiatry and Neurology.

Completion of an Accreditation Council for Graduate Medical Education (ACGME) accredited residency in psychiatry required.

Must have a Unrestricted Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA) license.

Must be comfortable and proficient in accurate coding, billing, and documentation.

Must have excellent interpersonal and communication skills and be patient-centered

Must have extensive knowledge and experience in psychopharmacology and behavioral therapies, with particular expertise in treating mood and anxiety disorders, eating disorders, ADHD, psychotic disorders, personality disorders, PTSD and substance abuse.

Experience working with diverse populations within a relational cultural framework, and familiarity with the psychological and developmental experiences of college students.

Salary:

$220,000 - $235,000 per year.

College or Department:

Division of Student Affairs: Student Health Services

Location:

Boca Raton

Work Days and Hours:

Monday - Friday, 8am - 5pm. Some evenings and weekends required.

This position is an in-person role on the Boca Raton Campus with travel to Jupiter and Davie campus, as needed.

Application Deadline:

2025-06-04

Special Instructions to Applicant:

This recruitment has been reopened; all previous applicants are still under consideration and need not reapply. This position may close without prior notice.

APPLICATION DOCUMENTS REQUIRED:

Resume

Cover letter

OFFICIAL SEALED TRANSCRIPTS REQUIRED:

Final candidate will be required to have official, sealed transcripts and original NACES evaluation, if applicable, sent from their educational institution to Human Resources prior to the start of employment.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT SCREENINGS REQUIRED:

Selected candidates must successfully complete and pass all employment screenings prior to the start of employment. Employment screenings may include a criminal background check (level I and level II), motor vehicle check, credit check, reference checks, alcohol, and drug screening check.

REQUEST FOR ACCOMMODATIONS:

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact Human Resources at 561-297-3057. For inquiries concerning employees, job applicants or other available accommodations, please email [email protected] or call the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at (561) 297-3004.

Florida Atlantic University is where your future begins.

With over 30,000 students from all 50 states and over 180 countries, 21 intercollegiate teams, 180 plus degree programs, and an administration that thrives on discovery and excellence, Florida Atlantic University is pushing the boundaries of higher education. At FAU, the faculty and staff are trailblazers and innovators with a passion for finding creative solutions while advancing science, art and technology in all disciplines. Student success, excellence and community engagement are some of our highest values as a university. These values are prominent throughout FAU's community and are essential to the employee experience. FAU is committed to the principles of engaged teaching, research and service, and reflects this commitment as a key Platform in its 2015 - 2025 Strategic Plan. Our work environment is a hub of cultures from across the nation and the world, making FAU a place where collaboration flourishes. All persons aspiring to achieve excellence in the practice of these principles are encouraged to apply.

To learn more about the vision and mission of FAU, please visit: www.fau.edu

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Florida Atlantic University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/equal access institution and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodations may contact the Office of Civil Rights and Title IX at 561-297-3004 or send an email at [email protected]. To contact Human Resources, please call 561-297-3057. For communications assistance call 7-1-1.

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Florida Statute 1010.35 - Screening Foreign Researchers

Pursuant to Florida law, any applicant or student seeking employment in a research or research-related support position who is a citizen of a foreign country and not a permanent resident of the U.S., or who is a citizen or permanent resident but is affiliated with or has had at least 1 year of employment or training in China, Russia, Iran, North Korea, Cuba, Venezuela, or Syria is subject to additional screening. Applicants meeting those criteria will be required to provide the following information before any offer of employment can be made: every institution of higher education attended; all previous employment since the applicant’s 18th birthday; list of all published material, current and pending research funding from any source, including details about the research, your role, funding source, and amount; list and description of any non-university professional activities; any affiliation with an institution or program in a foreign country. Selected applicants will be required to provide additional information per the Statute, including a complete copy of your passport; and, if available, the most recently submitted DS-160 (Online Nonimmigrant Visa Application).

Florida Atlantic University is an equal opportunity/affirmative action/equal access institution and all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability status, protected veterans status or any other characteristic protected by law.

Individuals with disabilities requiring accommodation, please call 561-297-3057. For communication assistance, call 7-1-1.