Adjunct Instructor - Pediatric Clinical Faculty (Part-Time)

Ferris State University-posted 2 months ago
$53 - $69/Yr
Part-time • Entry Level
Flint, MI
1,001-5,000 employees
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This position will initially involve in-person patient care at an MCO external clinic location (Flint, MI) two days per week and work in collaboration with the Assistant Dean of Clinical Education and external partners to develop a patient base that will support future resident and/or externship education. This position will be responsible for clinic growth and development in coordination with Assistant Dean of Clinical Education and external partners. The candidate(s) selected for the position must reside in Michigan after acceptance of employment and will perform duties at an approved Ferris site. Compensation for the position is determined by degree held, residency, experience and certifications. See Tiered schedule information: Tier 1 ($53.97/hour) Optometry (O.D. Degree) without Residency; and 2 years' experience. Tier 2 ($61.97/hour) Optometry (O.D. Degree) with Residency; and 3 years' experience; and Fellowship (FAAO, FOVDRA, etc.) or equivalent certifications. Tier 3 ($69.97/hour) Optometry (O.D. Degree) with Residency; and 5 years' experience; and Fellowship; and national professional organization lectures/posters and/or other published works. The anticipated start date for this position is December 2025. However, this is an estimated date and can be revised if needed.

  • Deliver eyecare to a pediatric patient population in a community health setting.
  • Responsible for clinic growth and development in coordination with Assistant Dean of Clinical Education and external partners.
  • Educate fourth year clinical externs and/or residents once clinic has an established patient base to support educational activities.
  • Evaluate externs' and/or residents' clinical proficiency once these groups are assigned to the clinic.
  • Coordinate with the Assistant Dean of Clinical Education and external partners on matters involving clinical education.
  • Mentor and train clinical support staff in collaboration with the Assistant Dean of Clinical Education and external partners.
  • Provide in-person instruction and be accessible to students outside of regular clinical assignment hours.
  • Participate in traditional functions that have academic significance, including assessing students' clinical proficiency.
  • Cultivate an environment of belonging that values, respects, supports, and celebrates individual similarities and differences.
  • Support, promote, and develop university student enrollment and retention initiatives.
  • Any other duties assigned within the position classification area.
  • Doctor of Optometry (O.D.) degree at the time of appointment.
  • At least one year of pediatric or community health residency experience and 2 years of related clinical experience with a pediatric focus.
  • In lieu of pediatric or community health residency, must have 3 years of related clinical experience with a pediatric focus.
  • Must have or be eligible for a Michigan optometry license with DPA and TPA certifications for appointment to the college's clinical staff.
  • Excellent clinical, interpersonal, and communication skills.
  • Demonstrated successful experience working directly with people from diverse racial, ethnic, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
  • Proficient in utilizing EHR system.
  • Previous experience supervising and training optometry interns.
  • Previous education or experience in business management and/or healthcare administration.
  • Evidence of pediatric clinical work experience beyond residency.
  • Completed a fellowship (FAAO, FOVDRA, etc.) or equivalent certifications.
  • Competitive hourly compensation based on experience and qualifications.
  • Opportunity for professional development and growth.
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