Assistant Professor - Department of Primary Care, Division of Osteopathic Manual Medicine (OMM)

Des Moines University • Des Moines, IA

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About The Position

Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences is seeking a clinically focused, mission-driven physician educator to join the Division of Osteopathic Manual Medicine (OMM). This role offers a unique opportunity to build a meaningful clinical practice while shaping the next generation of physicians through hands-on teaching and mentorship. The position is primarily dedicated to delivering high-quality primary care, including osteopathic manual medicine, complemented by a defined and impactful commitment to academic engagement.

Requirements

• Have earned a Doctor of Osteopathy or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from an AOA-accredited college of osteopathic medicine.
• Board-eligible/certified by the American Osteopathic Board of (specialty) or board-eligible/certified by the American Board of (specialty). If board-eligible, you must obtain certification within one year of employment.
• Must possess significant experience in osteopathic manual medicine (e.g. completion of an undergraduate OMM fellowship/scholarship, experience teaching OMM, completion of an OMM/NMM residency, etc.)
• Be a member in good standing in all appropriate professional and governmental organizations.
• Resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references required at time of online submission.

Responsibilities

• Provide comprehensive primary care, integrating osteopathic manual medicine, while managing an active patient panel and supporting clinic operations
• Meet clinical productivity and quality benchmarks; participate in peer review and quality improvement initiatives
• Precept medical students in clinical settings and mentor OMM scholars and residents
• Contribute to teaching across lectures, labs, and clinical instruction, including student evaluation and assessment
• Engage in service activities, including committees, admissions, community outreach, and required compliance responsibilities

Benefits

• Qualified faculty and staff enjoy a generous employer contribution towards the medical plan, 10% retirement match, flexible work arrangements, community service time, tuition assistance, professional development funding, and access to wellness facilities with programs that promote a well-balanced lifestyle.
• DMU is proud to offer employees generous benefits and perks, paid time off, free use of wellness facilities, and a host of employee engagement and recognition programs throughout the year.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree
• Number of Employees: 1-10 employees