Psychiatrist Board Certified-Inpatient Acute Care

Company: Summitstone Health Partners
Location: Fort Collins
Posted on: April 1, 2026

Job Description:

Psychiatrist Board Certified-Inpatient Acute Care Salary Range: $216,237 - $324,355 annually based on relevant years of experience Location: Larimer county, Colorado Status: 40 hours per week The salary range for this position is SummitStone’s good faith belief and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation for this position at the time of the posting. SummitStone may ultimately offer more or less than the posted range. The compensation offered to the successful applicant may vary based on factors including the applicant’s education, training, skills, experiences, and other job-related information and how relevant those are to SummitStone’s needs, aspirations, organizational priorities, and the evolving needs and delivery of services to the community that it serves. Role Overview: As a psychiatrist in our facility, you would provide patient care, physician oversight and expertise, and continuity for our clients and teams. Longview opened in December 2023 as a collaboration between Larimer County and SummitStone - we provide comprehensive, collaborative, and multidisciplinary care for behavioral health and substance use. In addition to the existing Crisis Walk-In Services, Crisis Stabilization Unit (16 adult beds) and Withdrawal Management Unit (16 adult beds), we are opening an Adolescent Unit (8 beds for adolescents aged 12-17) in the Summer 2025. The ideal candidate would be willing to see both adult and adolescent clients. This role involves conducting thorough psychiatric evaluations, developing individualized treatment plans, and providing psychotherapy or medication management to help patients cope with issues such as psychosis, mania, suicidal ideation, depression, anxiety, ADHD, trauma, substance use, eating disorders, and behavioral problems. The Psychiatrist will work closely with patients, their families, our advanced practice providers, and an interdisciplinary team to ensure comprehensive care and positive outcomes for each patient. This role includes teaching and training students and residents as well as collaborating with others care givers on the medical and therapy teams. Compassion, strong communication skills, and a deep understanding of behavioral health are key to success in this role. Required: Education and Experience: Doctor of Medicine (MD) or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO) from an accredited university with additional post-graduate training in psychiatry. More than two years of post-residency experience in treating and servicing persons with substance use and mental health needs preferred but not required. New graduates are welcome to apply. Fellowship training in child and adolescent psychiatry is welcomed but not required. Understanding and commitment to Medication Assisted Treatment and harm reduction principles required. Strong understanding of substance use treatment and knowledge of withdrawal management processes preferred. Licenses and Certifications: DEA Certification is required. License to practice psychiatry in the state of Colorado required. Valid Colorado driver’s license or ability to obtain within 30 days of hire and a clean driving record. Board certified or eligible with plans for certification. Preferred Qualification: Bilingual/bi-cultural preferred SummitStone will take into consideration a combination of an applicant’s education, training, skills, experiences, and other job-related information and how relevant those are to SummitStone’s needs, aspirations, organizational priorities, and the evolving needs and delivery of services to the community that it serves. The position posting describes the minimum and preferred qualifications for position and, beyond those, the candidate is responsible for making a compelling case in support of their application. Longview Campus is the new Acute Care Behavioral Health facility which serves Larimer County residents in need of urgent help with mental health and/or substance use disorders. SummitStone has the privilege of partnering closely with Larimer County on this venture. For more information click HERE . At SummitStone Health Partners, we strive to foster trust, empower recovery, and inspire hope to strengthen and enrich our Northern Colorado community. We need your help to make this vision a reality. We are committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive environment where everyone can be their authentic self. We actively seek team members with a variety of backgrounds, identities, and experiences, and we honor the whole self—embracing differences in race, ethnicity, ability, age, gender, sexual orientation, spiritual beliefs, socioeconomic status, language, and the many intersections of identity. We invite everyone to be part of our journey and proudly serve as an equal opportunity employer. Please visit summitstone.org for more information about who we are. Total Rewards At SummitStone Health Partners, we are proud to offer a comprehensive and competitive benefits package designed to support the well-being of our team members. Eligibility and pro-rated benefit levels are based on FTE (full-time equivalent) status. Below are some of the benefits we offer: Medical, dental, and vision coverage — including options for eligible dependents Mental health and wellness resources Short-term and long-term disability insurances Paid time off (PTO): Accrued vacation and personal leave based on FTE status and length of service Paid Sick Leave: Provided in accordance with the Colorado Healthy Families and Workplaces Act (HFWA) A range of voluntary benefits available to all employees 403(b) retirement plan with employer matching contributions Health & Safety Requirement All employees are required to receive an annual flu vaccination or have an approved exemption in place and wear a mask during flu season. Reach Out SummitStone will provide persons with disabilities with reasonable accommodations. If reasonable accommodation is needed to participate in the job application or selection process, please let your recruiter know. Questions? Please email us at hiring@summitstonehealth.org. This position will be open for a minimum of three days and/or until a top candidate is identified.

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