Dean of Clinical Education

Touro University; New York (NY); Vor Ort; USD 160.000 - 200.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Touro University in New York seeks a Dean of Clinical Education to lead the college's clinical education program, overseeing the 3rd- and 4th-year curriculum, clinical rotations, and externships. The Dean will work with students, faculty, department chairs, and clinical partners to continuously improve the clinical learning environment and outcomes.

The role requires strategic leadership, strong governance, and the ability to align academic and clinical experiences with accreditation and student

Qualifikationen

• Requires DPM from an accredited institution.
• Post-doctoral training or residency preferred.
• 3–5 years of academic administration, clinical education, healthcare leadership, or related field expected.
• Experience with medical students, faculty, and clinical education programs preferred.
• Board certification by ABFAS and/or ABPM required.

Aufgaben

• Provide leadership and oversight of the College's clinical education program.
• Oversee the 3rd- and 4th-year curriculum, including clinical rotations and externships.
• Participate in curriculum development, review, assessment, and continuous improvement.
• Evaluate clinical rotations and externships at affiliated hospitals and sites.
• Counsel and advise students regarding externships and residency opportunities.
• Collaborate with faculty, department chairs, and clinical partners to improve the curriculum and student outcomes.
• Support clinical department chairs and supervise faculty scheduling.

Kenntnisse

Strategic leadership

Curriculum oversight

Stakeholder collaboration

Communication skills

Policy development

Ausbildung

Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM)

Jobbeschreibung

The Dean of Clinical Education provides leadership and oversight for the College's clinical education program, ensuring that students receive high-quality clinical training and are prepared for externships, residency, and professional practice. Reporting directly to the Academic Dean/Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Dean oversees the third- and fourth-year clinical curriculum, clinical rotations, and externship experiences. The Dean works collaboratively with students, faculty, department chairs, clinical partners, and academic leadership to evaluate and continuously improve the clinical learning environment and student outcomes.

The Dean of Clinical Education provides leadership and oversight for the College's clinical education program, ensuring that students receive high-quality clinical training and are prepared for externships, residency, and professional practice. Reporting directly to the Academic Dean/Vice President for Academic Affairs, the Dean oversees the third- and fourth-year clinical curriculum, clinical rotations, and externship experiences. The Dean works collaboratively with students, faculty, department chairs, clinical partners, and academic leadership to evaluate and continuously improve the clinical learning environment and student outcomes.

Responsibilities

• Provides leadership and oversight of the College's clinical education program.
• Oversee the third- and fourth-year curriculum, including clinical rotations and externship experiences.
• Serves as a member of the Curriculum Committee and participates in curriculum development, review, assessment, and continuous improvement.
• Evaluate the effectiveness and quality of clinical rotations and externships at outside hospitals, healthcare facilities, and affiliated clinical sites.
• Evaluate student performance during clinical rotations and externships and works with faculty and department chairs to address areas of concern.
• Ensures students receive appropriate preparation and support for their clinical experiences and externships.
• Works with students, faculty, and department chairs to identify and address concerns related to the academic and clinical learning environment.
• Counsels and advises students regarding externships and residency programs to help students identify opportunities that align with their academic performance, professional interests, and career goals.
• Provides oversight and support to clinical department chairs.
• Works closely with clinical department chairs to improve the curriculum, clinical rotations, faculty performance, and student outcomes.
• Assists with the evaluation of individual faculty members and works with department chairs to address faculty-related concerns.
• Oversees faculty scheduling to ensure adequate resources and coverage are available to provide quality academic and clinical training.
• Works collaboratively with affiliated hospitals, healthcare organizations, and clinical partners to support effective clinical education experiences.
• Participates in Deans' meetings, Curriculum Committee meetings, Clinic Administrative meetings, and other institutional meetings as assigned.
• Collaborates with the Academic Dean/Vice President for Academic Affairs and other academic leaders on matters related to clinical education, student development, curriculum, faculty resources, and program development.
• Promotes a positive, professional, and supportive clinical learning environment.
• Maintains current knowledge of developments in podiatric medicine, clinical education, and healthcare delivery.
• Performs other related duties and responsibilities as assigned.

Education/Experience

Qualifications

• Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (DPM) degree from an accredited institution required.
• Post-doctoral training, residency, or fellowship preferred.
• At least 3-5 years of demonstrated experience in academic administration, clinical education, healthcare leadership, or a related field required.
• Demonstrated experience working with medical students, faculty, clinical education programs, or healthcare professionals.
• Board certification by the American Board of Foot and Ankle Surgery (ABFAS) and/or the American Board of Podiatric Medicine (ABPM) required.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities

• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite including Word, Excel, Power Point, Outlook.
• Demonstrated knowledge of contemporary podiatric medical practice, clinical education, and the healthcare delivery system.
• Strong administrative, leadership, organizational, and decision-making skills.
• Excellent interpersonal, written, and verbal communication skills.
• Ability to effectively collaborate with students, faculty, department chairs, academic leadership, and external clinical partners.
• Ability to evaluate clinical education experiences and student performance.
• Ability to identify concerns and develop appropriate solutions in a timely and professional manner.
• Strong ability to counsel and advise students regarding externships, residency programs, and career development.
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and responsibilities effectively.
• Ability to exercise sound judgment and maintain professionalism when addressing student and faculty concerns.
• Ability to work independently while also functioning effectively as part of an academic leadership team.
• Ability to work irregular hours, as needed, in addition to a regular five-day work week.

Travel

• As needed.

Maximum Salary

USD $200,000.00/Yr.

Minimum Salary

USD $160,000.00/Yr.