Clinical Adjunct-Rosenberg School of Optometry (Part-time Faculty)

University Of The, Inc.arnate Word; Mission (KS); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Full time

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Clinical Adjunct-Rosenberg School of Optometry (Part-time Faculty)

Position Title: Clinical Adjunct-Rosenberg School of Optometry (Part-time Faculty)

UIW Mission: University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

Position Summary: The Clinical Affairs Department invites candidates for Clinical Adjunct within the Rosenberg School of Optometry (RSO). This part-time faculty position will provide clinical patient care and oversee RSO Residents, Interns, and Students in clinical services within the RSO Clinical Network.

The RSO Clinical Network includes the UIW Eye and Vision Care, Bowden Eye Care and Health Institute, and the CommuniCare West Campus UIW Eye Clinic. Clinical services provided include the areas of Adult Care, Cornea and Contact Lenses, Dry Eye, Pediatric, Vision Therapy and Binocular Vision, Neuro Optometric Rehabilitation, Sports and Vision Enhancement, Ocular Disease and Retina Health, Low Vision and Rehabilitation, Vision Neurophysiology, and Peri-Operative.

In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission. Official duties and responsibilities of faculty members at the University include teaching, scholarship, service, and professional activities as assigned.

This applicant pool will remain online and be used to hire interested part-time faculty in designated area as needed during the academic year.

This position is not benefits eligible.

Essential Functions:

• Perform clinical duties in the RSO Eye Care Clinical Network.
• Oversee clinical interns performing vision exams (assessment of visual acuity, evaluation of external and internal eye health, detailed testing of eye movements to detect any issues involving the alignment of eyes, and dilated examination as necessary).
• Finalize prescriptions, as necessary.
• Refer patients, as necessary.
• Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
• Adhere to UIW policies and procedures, including timely record keeping of student activities, fair and equitable evaluation of student performance, and timely feedback to students regarding their performance in the course.
• Adhere to RSO Clinical policies and procedures including HIPPA Compliance.
• Be available for office hours as determined by faculty and the dean.
• Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, residents, interns, and students both in and outside the classroom.
• Maintain contact with the department chair and participate in meetings upon request.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications:

Knowledge Skills and Abilities:

• Ability to provide instruction as needed.
• Ability to effectively learn, use, and incorporate instructional technology and equipment into clinical services.
• Willingness and flexibility to provide coverage on evenings and weekends as needed.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education:

OD from an accredited school or college of optometry.

Required Work Experience:

Completion of a residency/fellowship program or three (3) years of equivalent clinical experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Advanced academic degree.
• Prior experience in residency training.
• Prior teaching experience.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations:

Eligibility for licensure to practice the full scope of Optometry in Texas.

Work Hours:

Work hours may vary based on Clinical Assignment.

Physical Demands:

• Ability to position, prepare, and assemble very small objects.
• Ability to position machine controls using quick and precise adjustments.
• Ability to observe details of objects at a close range (within a few feet away).
• Ability to identify differences between colors, shades, and brightness.

Posting Number: UN884PO

Number of Vacancies: 8

Job Type: Part Time

Job Category: Faculty

Desired Start Date: 09/16/2024

Reports to: Assistant Dean for Clinical Affairs

Salary: Commensurate with experience.

Open Date: 09/03/2024

Close Date: Open Until Filled

Special Instructions to Applicant: EOE

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

Title IX: This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you as the employee to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.

Required Documents:

• Curriculum Vitae
• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

Optional Documents:

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• * How did you hear about this employment opportunity?
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  • Indeed
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  • Personal Referral
  • Employee Referral
  • Other
• If you selected other, please tell us where?

  (Open Ended Question)

• * Do you have an optometry degree from an accredited school or college?
  • No
  • Yes
• * Have you completed a residency/fellowship program or have at least three (3) years of equivalent clinical experience?
  • Yes
  • No
• * Do you currently hold or are eligible for licensure to practice optometry in the state of Texas?
  • No
  • Yes, currently licensed
  • Yes, eligible for licensure