Adjunct Faculty - Primary Care

Rocky Vista University•Englewood, CO

About The Position

Rocky Vista University seeks an Adjunct Faculty member in Primary Care to provide biomedical or clinical education to predoctoral and/or postdoctoral students, serve the university and professional communities, and engage in scholarship and research that advances medical knowledge. The role involves teaching in classroom, clinical, active-learning, laboratory, and research settings, as well as supporting student learning and development. The position is part-time and pays $100 per hour. It offers a customizable part-time work schedule and access to the university’s library holdings.

Requirements

Terminal degree (DO or MD) from an accredited institution.
Good standing with all regulatory and governmental boards and agencies.
Eligible for coverage by the college’s malpractice insurer, if applicable.
Knowledge and skill in the delivery of medical education.
Knowledge of varied curriculum templates.
Ability to mentor and motivate students and peers.
Pass a background check and drug screening as a final applicant.
Ability to communicate effectively orally and in writing in English.
Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and supervisory staff at all levels.
Ability to use equipment and supplies such as pens, pencils, calculators, computer keyboards, and telephones, as required.
Ability to travel between campus offices and, on occasion, to off-campus sites for meetings, conferences, workshops, or seminars.

Nice To Haves

Three years of academic experience as a full-time faculty member at a College of Osteopathic Medicine or as a full-time faculty member in a Graduate Medical Education program.
Current board certification or board eligibility in the area of specialization.

Responsibilities

Direct the education and instruction of medical and other healthcare professional students, and provide mentorship and motivation for learning, research, and scholarly activity.
Be available for student advising, tutoring, remediation, and consultation, as applicable.
Serve the university community and students through committee service, leadership, mentorship, community outreach, and participation in professional organizations or groups as assigned by the Dean or Department Chair.
Participate in curriculum development, assessment, and modification as part of the college’s quality improvement and assessment program.
Assess and evaluate students and residents, provide feedback and remedial assistance, and help ensure they meet college standards and acquire required knowledge, skills, and competencies.
Participate in faculty assessment or evaluation and provide feedback as part of the college’s quality improvement and assessment program.
Maintain a personal and professional development plan and portfolio documenting teaching, professional development, service, scholarly activity, and research.
Demonstrate professionalism and ethical behavior, and work cooperatively with colleagues, supervisors, and support staff.
Support the university and college mission through teaching, academic administrative duties, patient care, community service, or special duties as assigned.
Advance the prestige and mission of the University and College.
Assist administration, faculty, and staff with special projects as required.
Perform other duties as assigned.