Licensed Clinical Psychologist - Open Rank

Licensed Clinical Psychologist - Open Rank

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus

Department: Pediatrics - Cardiology

Job Title: Licensed Clinical Psychologist

Position #: 00678743 - Requisition #:39687

Job Summary:

Licensed clinical psychologist (100%, full time appointment) in pediatric-onset and congenital heart disease. Primary Appointment is in the Section of Cardiology with a secondary appointment the Department of Psychiatry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Evidence-based consultation, assessment, and individual/family intervention for patients followed by the Heart Institute.
• Consultation with medical team in outpatient cardiology clinic and inpatient cardiac intensive care and progressive care units.
• Pre-surgical psychology evaluations and post-surgical follow-up.
• Group interventions for patients/families.
• Family meetings with care team and medical team care conferences
• Developing, enhancing, and contributing to existing clinical and research programs for cardiology populations.
• Participating in formal training programs for psychological externs, interns, and post-doctoral fellows.
• Maintaining an active commitment to providing care for individuals from diverse backgrounds and following families across the continuity of cardiology care at Children's Hospital Colorado Anschutz medical campus and its network of care and outreach sites.

Work Location:

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

Why Join Us:

As the largest pediatric heart program in the region, we have performed more than 700 heart surgeries and about 1,000 heart catheterization every year since 2020. Our highly specialized pediatric heart surgeons and interventional cardiologists take on the most complex congenital heart defects (CHDs) and childhood heart conditions and achieve some of the best results in the nation. The Society of Thoracic Surgery requires a hospital to perform at least 250 heart surgeries per year to be considered a high-volume center. By far exceeding this, we gain more experience, which leads to better outcomes. The Heart Institute has 100 plus faculty members and continues to grow annually.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications:

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Assistant Professor or Associate Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below:

Assistant Professor:

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. in clinical or counseling psychology from an APA accredited program with an APA or APPIC approved internship.
• Completion or anticipated completion of a psychology postdoctoral fellowship.
• Applicants must possess a Colorado Psychologist License or be eligible for licensure within the state of Colorado.
• 1-3 years of related clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience.
• Must have prior experience in a pediatric health psychology setting.

Associate Professor:

• Ph.D. or Psy.D. in clinical or counseling psychology from an APA accredited program with an APA or APPIC approved internship.
• Completion or anticipated completion of a psychology postdoctoral fellowship.
• Applicants must possess a Colorado Psychologist License or be eligible for licensure within the state of Colorado.
• 4-7 years of related clinical experience at rank or equivalent experience.
• Must have prior experience in a pediatric health psychology setting.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Clinical and/or research experience with pediatric cardiology populations is strongly preferred
• Experience in pediatric psychology teaching, program development, and research.
• Experience and skill in multidisciplinary consulting with professional colleagues and staff.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:

• Demonstrated expertise in the use of evidence-based health and behavior assessment and intervention with children and adolescents in pediatric specialty care clinics
• Ability to work across multiple subspecialties to coordinate care for patients
• Strong interpersonal, administrative, and communication skills, both orally and written.

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: Nicole Aviles Nicole.aviles@childrenscolorado.org

Screening of Applications Begins:

Immediately and continues until position is filled. For best consideration, apply by 6/1/2026.

Anticipated Pay Range:

HIRING RANGE:

Assistant Professor: $110,000 to $120,000

Associate Professor: $134,000 to $150,000