Job Location : Elmira,NY, USA
Description
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 trainer and 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 plansetc.);
* 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.
EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled
Minimum Requirements
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, HIPAAetc.);
* Follow proper OSHA and safety guidelines; Protect equipment (office, facilityetc.);
* 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 a NY medical license or ability to get a NY license.