Psychiatrist - UF Student Health Care Center

Classification Title:	CLIN AST/ASO/FULL PROF
Classification Minimum Requirements:	Applicants must have a M.D. or D.O. degree and be licensed in or eligible for licensure in the State of Florida and be board certified/board eligible. Completed residency in psychiatry. Strong interpersonal communication skills. Strong written communication skills.
Job Description:

The Student Health Care Center at the University of Florida is seeking a psychiatrist to join the Student Health psychiatry team which includes MDs and psychiatric Advanced Practice Providers (APPs). The is a full-time (1.0 FTE) non-tenure track Clinical Assistant/Associate/Full Professor faculty position and will be at the forefront of providing comprehensive psychiatric care to UF students facing diverse mental health challenges, including general mental health disorders, trauma, eating disorders, and substance abuse disorders. Additionally, the role includes maintaining clinical records and participating in after-hours psychiatric emergency services serving the UF student community. The candidate’s impact will extend beyond direct student care as collaboration with various campus entities is integral to our mission to help every student achieve optimal health in the pursuit of personal and academic success.

Guided by the Director of the SHCC, you'll operate with independence while collaborating closely with a talented team of medical professionals, including Advanced Practice Providers (APPs).

This position is non-tenure accruing. Rank will be commensurate with qualifications.

Provides psychiatric assessment, diagnosis, medication evaluation, treatment, follow-up care, and crisis intervention/emergency services for students with general mental health issues as well as those with trauma, eating disorders, alcohol/substance abuse issues.

Provides psychiatric consultation services, as requested, to Counseling and Wellness Center (CWC) therapy staff, Student Health Care Center (SHCC) medical providers, student groups, and faculty and staff within the UF community (i.e., Housing and Residence Education, Dean of Students Office, Disability Resource Center, RecSports, University Athletic Association, UF Police Department, etc.).

UF Student Health Care Center Psychiatry (SHP) is committed to addressing mental, emotional, and behavioral conditions through a comprehensive range of services, including psychiatric evaluations, treatment planning, coordination of care with other professionals, and medication management. Embracing a Collaborative Care Model, SHP integrates psychiatry, therapy, and general medical services to improve patient outcomes, control costs, and reduce mental health stigma.

The mission of the SHCC is to help every student achieve optimal health in pursuing personal and academic success.

Our vision is to be the preferred healthcare provider for University of Florida students as a nationally recognized leader in the collegiate health specialty.

The SHCC is fully accredited by the AAAHC and is located in a state-of-the-art WELL-certified building on UF’s campus. Medical services offered at the SHCC include primary care, sports medicine, urgent care, gynecology, psychiatry, allergy/immunization clinic, and travel medicine. Radiology, pharmacy, lab, and physical therapy are also on-site.

Learn more about SHCC here https://shcc.ufl.edu/

UF is one of the nation’s top universities and a dynamic and rewarding place to work. UF is in Gainesville, one of Florida’s most livable cities. Known for its natural attractions (wetlands, forests, springs, wildlife) and cultural offerings (music, theater, visual arts, and historic districts), the area is also gaining a reputation as a thriving hub for high-tech start-ups, as well as invention and research collaborations. We are excited about what’s happening here and know you will want to be a part of it.

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Expected Salary:

Required Qualifications:

• Applicants must have a M.D. or D.O. degree and be licensed in or eligible for licensure in the State of Florida and be board certified/board eligible.
• Completed residency in psychiatry.
• Strong interpersonal communication skills.
• Strong written communication skills.

Preferred:

• Fellowship training in Addiction Medicine, or Child & Adolescent.
• Prior clinical experience working with the collegiate-age population.

Special Instructions to Applicants:

The search committee will begin reviewing applications immediately and will continue to receive applications until the position is filled.

All applications must be submitted at https://jobs.ufl.edu/

(1) a cover letter (letter of interest). The cover letter should be addressed to Dr. Michelle Jacobs-Elliott, Search Committee Chair.

(2) a curriculum vitae

(3) List of at least three professional colleagues.

• Three letters of recommendation will be required for finalists. The signed letters of recommendation should be addressed to Dr. Michelle Jacobs-Elliot, Search Committee Chair.
• Applicants are encouraged to notify their referees as soon as possible, so they are prepared to submit a letter if requested.
• Finalists will receive an email notification when letters of recommendation are requested on their behalf. Letters will be solicited directly from the contact information listed in the application.

The final candidate must provide an official transcript to the hiring department upon hire. A transcript will not be considered “official” if a designation of “Issued to Student” is visible. Degrees earned from an educational institution outside the United States must be evaluated by a professional credentialing service provider approved by the National Association of Credential Evaluation Services (NACES).

The University of Florida is An Equal Employment Opportunity Institution. If an accommodation due to a disability is needed to apply for this position, please call 352-392-2477 or the Florida Relay System at 800-955-8771 (TDD).

Hiring is contingent upon eligibility to work in the US. Searches are conducted in accordance with Florida's Sunshine Law.

Applications must be submitted by 11:55 p.m. (ET) of the posting end date.

Health Assessment Required: Yes

 

Advertised: 21 Apr 2026 Eastern Daylight Time
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