Division Head, Emergency Medicine

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences•Yakima, WA

4d•Hybrid

About The Position

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) seeks an assistant, associate, or professor to serve as Division Head of Emergency Medicine. The non-tenured faculty member reports to the Department Chair of Medicine and is assigned teaching, scholarly activity, service, and clinical practice responsibilities, with a primary focus on teaching in the College of Osteopathic Medicine program. The faculty member participates with the Department Chair and colleagues in developing and implementing curricula that integrate medical specialties in team-based, large- and small-group learning environments. Teaching focuses on clinical skills and decision-making relevant to Emergency Medicine, their basic-science evidence base, and their integration with other disciplines. Assignments primarily involve classroom teaching in systems-based courses, with possible lectures for third- and fourth-year students and clinical skills discussion groups, simulations, and labs. For systems-based classroom teaching, the faculty member is expected to be physically present on campus for at least 75% of lectures and provide on-campus office hours. The position may require up to 10 contact hours at 10% FTE. Typical work includes teaching first- and second-year medical students; advising students interested in Emergency Medicine; preparing letters of reference, Standardized Letters of Evaluation, and visiting student learning opportunity letters; and developing Emergency Medicine curriculum across the first four years. The role is part-time at 4 hours per week and hybrid. Salary is commensurate with qualifications and experience and prorated based on hours worked. PNWU does not sponsor employment visas; applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States at hire and throughout employment.

Requirements

Professional degree (D.O. or M.D.) from an accredited institution of higher education.
Completion of an Emergency Medicine residency accredited by the American College of Graduate Medical Education.
Currently board eligible or board certified in Emergency Medicine by the American Osteopathic Board of Emergency Medicine or the American Board of Emergency Medicine.
Current medical license in any state.
Current Drug Enforcement A certification.
Strong organization, interpersonal, communication, presentation, and planning skills.
Ability to work collaboratively and flexibly with others, as well as independently.
Ability to problem-solve by analyzing issues and creating action plans.
Ability to manage projects and people, prioritize tasks, and self-direct workflow.
Ability to work with and manage different computer programs and databases.
Sound judgment and discretion when handling confidential information, and a highly professional manner.
Good oral and written communication skills.

Nice To Haves

Washington state medical licensing.
A team-oriented approach that values collaboration, mutual support, and team cohesion.
Knowledge of instructional technologies.
Experience with curricular and instructional design, and training or experience in educational theory and/or evaluation.
Experience with innovative teaching methods, including team-based learning, flipped classrooms, problem-based learning, distance learning, interactive large-group presentations, audience response systems, curriculum delivery systems such as Moodle, and exam-item writing in the style of the United States Medical Licensing Exam or Comprehensive Osteopathic Medical Licensing Examination.
Prior teaching experience in an academic setting.
Exceptional credentials in scholarly, professional, and/or individual achievement.
Extensive professional experience with an exemplary record of achievement.

Responsibilities

Prepare and teach assigned student contact hours.
Provide student advising and office hours.
Develop course syllabi in collaboration with the co-director.
Administer examinations.
Perform clinical practice as appropriate.
Write letters of reference and visiting student learning opportunity letters, and prepare Standardized Letters of Evaluation for students applying to Emergency Medicine residencies.
Develop Emergency Medicine curriculum for systems courses in years one and two and the clinical curriculum in years three and four.
Participate with the Department Chair and colleagues in developing and implementing integrated curricula.
Understand and adhere to applicable accreditation standards, policies, and procedures.
Conduct oneself consistently with PNWU's philosophy and mission.
Perform other duties as assigned.