Adjunct Instructor of Anesthesiology

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Joplin (MO); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

Kansas City University is seeking an Adjunct Instructor of Anesthesiology at the Joplin Campus. This role involves teaching in diverse formats, including simulations and classrooms, and engaging in curriculum development.

The ideal candidate will hold a master's degree in health sciences, have teaching experience, and be skilled in communication and organization. The position offers flexibility in teaching assignments and the opportunity to contribute to a new program.

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited master's level health/medical sciences program or higher.
• Previous or continuing practice as a certified anesthesiologist assistant, physician assistant, physician, etc.
• Effective organization and communication skills required.

Responsibilities

• Develop and implement instructional content and practical sessions.
• Maintain course syllabi and assess students' performance.
• Advise and mentor students in their professional development.

Skills

Organization skills

Communication skills

Microsoft Office proficiency

Teaching experience

Education

Master's level health/medical sciences program

Tools

Learning Management Systems

Job description

Adjunct Instructor of Anesthesiology

R-0002523
Joplin Campus

Job Type:
Faculty

Job Description:

Kansas City University seeks adjunct faculty for a new Master ofHealth Science in Anesthesiologist Assistant Program in Joplin,Missouri. Faculty members play a critical role in theimplementation of the program curriculum. Responsibilities includeteaching course material in various settings, including thehigh-fidelity human-patient simulation lab, classroom (in personand synchronous virtual), and small group discussion. Facultyparticipate in curriculum improvements and student assessments tosupport student success and professional growth. Faculty alsoprovide student advisement and hold regular office hours foracademic support.

Choice of topics include task trainer and high-fidelity simulation,POCUS, anesthesia monitors and machines, applied physics,preanesthetic evaluation and examination, cardiovascular andrespiratory physiology, anesthesia pharmacology, sub-specialtyanesthesia and surgery-specific protocols, quality improvement andpatient safety.

Time commitment is collaboratively negotiated between the programdirector and faculty, ranging from 0.2 to 1.0 FTE.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

The faculty member will be responsible for, but not limited to thefollowing:

• Develop, implement, deliver and evaluate instructional contentand practical sessions for assigned courses by utilizingtraditional and interactive teaching methods
  

• Maintain course syllabi
  

• Create and grade exams, quizzes and otherassessments
  

• Serve as an advisor, coach and/or mentor to MHS-AA studentsguiding their professional development
  

• Participate in developing the goals, objectives, and policiesand procedures for the Master of Health Science in AnesthesiologistAssistant program specifically, and as a collaborator with otherKCU programs
  

• Participate in scholarly activities and service in support ofthe department, with emphasis on annual accreditationrequirements
  

• Attend various university ceremonies, including white coatingceremony, graduations, and other special events
  

• Participate in KCU meetings, as requested
  

• Represent Kansas City University favorably and in accordancewith the established Core Values and expectations
  

• Perform other duties as assigned by supervising faculty orProgram Director
  

Candidates must demonstrate the ability to contribute to andparticipate in a humanistic environment of learning and discovery.Candidates should be highly motivated to be part of the developmentand growth of a new program and willing to serve as academiccoaches and role models to students while providing compassionate,ethical, and evidenced based learning approaches.

Qualifications:

• Graduate of an accredited master's level health/medicalsciences program or higher
  

• Previous or continuing practice as a certified anesthesiologistassistant, physician assistant, physician, pharmacist, physicaltherapist, other APP, etc.
  

• Candidates should have effective organization, communication,verbal, and written skills, as well as proficiency with theMicrosoft Office suite of software programs and online LearningManagement Systems
  

• Experience as a course director, team teaching, and mentoringstudents in research is preferred
  

Clinical Opportunities: KCU has several clinical partners availablefor selection by candidates. Faculty will be employed by KCU or aclinical partner and leased to the other, depending on FTE. Ifcurrently employed locally, KCU may negotiate buy-out of clinicaltime.

For questions, please reach out to [e-mail]

Equal Opportunity Employer

KCU is committed to promoting an equal employment opportunityworkplace. Equal opportunity is and shall be provided for allemployees and applicants for employment on the basis of theirdemonstrated ability and competence without discrimination on thebasis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, geneticinformation (GINA), physical or mental disability, pregnancy,sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familialstatus, ancestry, military and/or veteran status, and/or any otherstatus protected by applicable Federal, state or local law.

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Thank you for your interest in a career at KCU!


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About Kansas City University
Founded in 1916, Kansas City University (KCU) is a fullyaccredited, private not-for-private health sciences university withColleges of Osteopathic Medicine, Biosciences and Dental Medicine,and campuses in Kansas City and Joplin, Mo. The College ofOsteopathic Medicine is the fourth-largest medical school in theU.S. and the leading producer of physicians in Missouri. It ranks#1 for producing physicians who practice in primary care, ruralareas and underserved regions in the state. KCU's Center forPopulation Health and Equity addresses the variables that affect apopulation’s health and contribute to health disparities, whilebetter preparing students for professional practice. KCU offersdoctoral degrees in osteopathic medicine, dental medicine andclinical psychology and a master’s degree in biomedical sciences.Dual degree offerings include master’s degrees in businessadministration in health care leadership, public health, andbioethics. A new Master of Health Sciences - AnesthesiologistAssistant program is scheduled to launch in January 2026.



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