Assistant Dean for Health Equity and Inclusion

Geisinger Health System • Scranton, PA

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About The Position

The Assistant Dean for Health Equity and Inclusion will play a pivotal role in shaping and advancing the institution's commitment to health equity, accessibility, inclusion, and belonging. This leadership position supports program development provided by the Center for Health Equity and Inclusion. The leader also champions the maintenance of an inclusive and respectful environment for students, faculty, and staff within the Geisinger College of Health Sciences community. This is a part-time position requiring 0.5 FTE.

Requirements

• Doctor of Medicine or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (Preferred)
• Experience in diversity, health equity and inclusion for medical school admissions and medical school curriculum
• Experience in faculty advising

Responsibilities

• Collaborate with leadership to integrate health equity and inclusion goals into the overall mission and strategic plan at Geisinger College of Health Sciences (GCHS)
• Serve as an advisor to faculty and staff on issues related to health equity, social justice, accessibility, and universal design
• Apply continuous quality improvement to curricular content and institutional programming aimed at addressing health inequities and promoting holistic clinical care
• Develop and deliver content that integrates health equity principles into the educational curricula across GCHS
• Support initiatives that deliver equitable recruitment, retention, and success of students, trainees, staff, and faculty, including strategies that mitigate unique concerns experienced by those underrepresented in medicine
• Develop and manage programs that enhance cultural intelligence, advance cultural and psychological safety, alleviate adverse biases, and sustain inclusive practices
• Establish partnerships with internal and external stakeholders that support health equity and inclusion initiatives
• Collaborate with academic departments and community-based organizations to foster an inclusive and equitable clinical learning environment
• Host regular office hours to address concerns, provide support and offer guidance to students
• Offer mentorship and career development advice to students, with expertise to address atypical concerns experienced by those from underrepresented, historically excluded and minoritized backgrounds
• Engage with student organizations and support their efforts to promote health equity, inclusion and belonging throughout the Geisinger community
• Collect, analyze, and report on data related to people and culture within Geisinger College of Health Sciences
• Monitor and evaluate the effectiveness of health equity initiatives and programs
• Provide support and resources to individuals and groups experiencing mistreatment and/or discrimination
• Advocate for policies and practices that support health equity, inclusion, and accessibility
• Provide regular updates and reports to Vice Dean on progress and outcomes

Benefits

• Healthcare benefits for full time and part time positions from day one, including vision, dental and domestic partners
• Encouragement of an atmosphere of collaboration, cooperation and collegiality

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Industry: Ambulatory Health Care Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree