Osteopathic Principles & Practice Clinical Educator

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine; City of Elmira (NY); Sur place; USD 100 000 - 120 000; Plein temps

Avantages offerts par ce poste

Competitive wages and benefits

Opportunity for career advancement

Engaging work culture

Résumé du poste

A leading osteopathic academic institution seeks qualified faculty for the Osteopathic Principles and Practice course. The successful candidate will instruct and facilitate training for students, prepare comprehensive course materials, and contribute to overall student success and institutional missions. Applicants should hold a D.O. degree, possess strong communication skills, and demonstrate an ability to collaborate effectively. This position offers a salary between $100,000 to $120,000 annually, reflecting the value placed on academic excellence and student engagement.

Qualifications

• Must possess required knowledge and demonstrate essential functions of the job.
• Compliance with regulations and safety protocols at the clinic level.
• Must have a medical license or ability to obtain one.

Responsabilités

• Teach Osteopathic Principles and Practices course as an instructor.
• Prepare course syllabus including assignments and readings.
• Contribute to student success through advising and support.

Connaissances

Strong communications skills

Computer literacy (MS Office)

Organizational skills

Knowledge of medical coding

Formation

D.O. degree

Teaching experience in academia

Description du poste

Osteopathic Principles and Practice Clinical Faculty - College of Medicine

JOB SUMMARY: Osteopathic Principles and Practice Clinical Faculty are well versed and experienced in all phases of Osteopathic Medicine and have achieved a specific level of expertise. Responsibilities of the successful candidate will include teaching in the Osteopathic Principles and Practices course as a table trainerand offering lecture presentations to first and second year osteopathic medical students. The salary range for this position is $100,000 - 120,000 annually.

CHARACTERISTIC JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

The following are a list of Academic Exercises that may be required as a member of the Clinical Faculty from time to time:

• Serve as an instructor and table trainer in the OPP course;
• Serve as a clinical second-year PBL facilitator;
• Serve as a facilitator in the clinical examination/History and Physical Exam course;
• Prepare course syllabus in detail, to include, all assignments, readings both for laboratory exercises and discussions (examinations) that will guide the student through the rigorous curriculum;
• Assist in Simulation Lab supervision on an as needed basis;
• Interview prospective candidates for the College of Medicine (COM);
• Serve on Committees, as assigned and as Advisor to assigned students and at least one club;
• Provide, at minimum, two scholarly activity or research project yearly;
• Preparation of educational tools (A/V, demonstration models, lectures, lesson plans…etc.);
• Preparation of demonstrations, lectures, small group discussions, and the selection of suggested and required reading from various sources, and coordinating these educational tools with other faculty members;
• Prepare evaluation tools that will aid in the evaluation of students’ work product and help to identify students that are discovered to be weak in various areas;
• Attend “Team” meetings approved by COM that require advancement of your profession;
• Must be able to take direction and receive assignments from the Assistant Dean of Pre-Clinical Education;
• Faculty member will contribute and be responsible for overall student success, including, but not limited to, advising and student outcomes;
• Faculty member will contribute directly to the Mission of LECOM embodying the essence of Osteopathic Principles and Practices by assisting with Institutional fundraising and participating in the LECOM Scholarship Auction;
• Faculty member will participate in scholarly activity so to enrich and broaden the student learning experience;
• Faculty member will commit to being a representative of LECOM by being actively involved in the community, including, but not limited to, serving on Boards, participating in community fundraisers and overall outreach;
• Must be available for work during the hours assigned, for student instruction and clinic development; and
• Accept other duties assigned/needed for the Institution’s needs.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Must possess required knowledge and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

• Must adhere to the AOA or AMA code of ethics, according to your profession;
• Knowledge of general medical coding and related information in the field;
• Compliance with State and Federal Regulations and Safety Protocols, at the clinic level;
• Knowledge of student and patient’s privacy (i.e. FERPA, HIPAA…etc.);
• Follow proper OSHA and safety guidelines; Protect equipment (office, facility…etc.);
• Strong communications skills are essential as well as computer literacy (MS Office Suit [i.e. Word, PowerPoint and Excel]) and accurate data entry skills;
• Excellent organizational skills;
• Must be accurate and attentive to detail;
• Must be trained and certified on the Institutional Data System;
• Maintaining an established work schedule;
• Effectively using interpersonal and communications skills, including tact and diplomacy;
• Effectively using organizational and planning skills, including attention to detail and follow-through;
• Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands;
• Maintaining confidentiality of work related information and materials;
• Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships;
• Be able to be flexible to accept other duties needed/assigned for the clinic needs;
• The ability to work cooperatively and collegially with others, consistent with a workplace of dignity and respect and EEO rules and regulations;
• The ability to report to work as scheduled, ready to devote full attention and energy to the important work of LECOM; and
• The ability to accept work directives from managers and supervisors in a respectful and cooperative manner.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :
Education and experience equivalent to: D.O. degree required; teaching experience in academia with two to five (2-5) years’ or more of experience practicing preferred. Special certification in Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine is not essential and individual faculty review sessions will be available upon request. Must have aNY medical license or ability to get aNY license.

The Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine offers challenging, enjoyable, and rewarding positions as faculty and staff at our campuses in Erie and Greensburg, Pennsylvania; Elmira, New York; and Bradenton, Florida.

Each employee contributes directly to LECOM’s growth and success and takes pride in being a member of the LECOM family. Employees embrace the osteopathic principles of compassionate and caring primary health care and serve as professional role models for LECOM students.

We are very excited to welcome you to our vibrant and engaging work culture, where you can grow, develop, and share your talents. We look forward to your personal contribution to LECOM’s mission of excellence in education, research, clinical care, and community service. You will find that we provide a highly productive and energetic workplace, with unlimited opportunities for personal satisfaction and career advancement. We are confident that you will agree that LECOM is a great place to work!

LECOM offers competitive wages and benefits. EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled

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