Osteopathic Principles and Practice Clinical Faculty (full time)

Lake Erie College of Osteopathic Medicine•Bradenton, FL

47d

About The Position

JOB SUMMARY: Osteopathic Principles and Practice Clinical Faculty are well versed and experienced in all phases of Osteopathic Medicine and have achieved a specific level of expertise. Responsibilities of the successful candidate will include teaching in the Osteopathic Principles and Practices course as a table trainer and offering lecture presentations to first and second year osteopathic medical students. CHARACTERISTIC JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES: The following are a list of Academic Exercises that may be required as a member of the Clinical Faculty from time to time: Serve as an instructor and table trainer in the OPP course; Serve as an instructor in the Clinical Examination course; Serve as a Problem Based Learning Facilitator, on an as-needed basis; Assist in supervision of OMS students at a clinic for underserved in Bradenton; Assist in Simulation Lab supervision on an as needed basis; Prepare course syllabus in detail, to include, all assignments, readings both for laboratory exercises and discussions (examinations) that will guide the student through the rigorous curriculum; Interview prospective candidates for the College of Medicine (COM); Serve on Committees, as assigned and as Advisor to assigned students and at least one club; Provide, at minimum, two scholarly activity or research project yearly; Preparation of educational tools (A/V, demonstration models, lectures, lesson plans…etc.); Preparation of demonstrations, lectures, small group discussions, and the selection of suggested and required reading from various sources, and coordinating these educational tools with other faculty members; Prepare evaluation tools that will aid in the evaluation of students' work product and help to identify students that are discovered to be weak in various areas; Attend "Team" meetings approved by COM that require advancement of your profession; Must be able to take direction and receive assignments from the Assistant Dean of Pre-Clinical Education; Faculty member will contribute and be responsible for overall student success, including, but not limited to, advising and student outcomes; Faculty member will contribute directly to the Mission of LECOM embodying the essence of Osteopathic Principles and Practices by assisting with Institutional fundraising and participating in the LECOM Scholarship Auction; Faculty member will participate in scholarly activity so to enrich and broaden the student learning experience; Faculty member will commit to being a representative of LECOM by being actively involved in the community, including, but not limited to, serving on Boards, participating in community fundraisers and overall outreach; Must be available for work during the hours assigned, for student instruction and clinic development; and Accept other duties assigned/needed for the Institution's needs.

Requirements

Must adhere to the AOA code of ethics, according to your profession
Knowledge of general medical coding and related information in the field
Compliance with State and Federal Regulations and Safety Protocols, at the clinic level
Knowledge of student and patient's privacy (i.e. FERPA, HIPAA…etc.)
Follow proper OSHA and safety guidelines
Protect equipment (office, facility…etc.)
Strong communications skills are essential as well as computer literacy (MS Office Suit [i.e. Word, PowerPoint and Excel]) and accurate data entry skills
Excellent organizational skills
Must be accurate and attentive to detail
Must be trained and certified on the Institutional Data System
Maintaining an established work schedule
Effectively using interpersonal and communications skills, including tact and diplomacy
Effectively using organizational and planning skills, including attention to detail and follow-through
Assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands
Maintaining confidentiality of work related information and materials
Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships
Be able to be flexible to accept other duties needed/assigned for the clinic needs
The ability to work cooperatively and collegially with others, consistent with a workplace of dignity and respect and EEO rules and regulations
The ability to report to work as scheduled, ready to devote full attention and energy to the important work of LECOM
The ability to accept work directives from managers and supervisors in a respectful and cooperative manner
D.O. degree required
The successful candidate must have a Florida medical license or the ability to get one

Nice To Haves

teaching experience in academia with two to five (2-5) years' or more of experience practicing preferred
Special certification in Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine is not essential and individual faculty review sessions will be available upon request

Responsibilities

Serve as an instructor and table trainer in the OPP course
Serve as an instructor in the Clinical Examination course
Serve as a Problem Based Learning Facilitator, on an as-needed basis
Assist in supervision of OMS students at a clinic for underserved in Bradenton
Assist in Simulation Lab supervision on an as needed basis
Prepare course syllabus in detail, to include, all assignments, readings both for laboratory exercises and discussions (examinations) that will guide the student through the rigorous curriculum
Interview prospective candidates for the College of Medicine (COM)
Serve on Committees, as assigned and as Advisor to assigned students and at least one club
Provide, at minimum, two scholarly activity or research project yearly
Preparation of educational tools (A/V, demonstration models, lectures, lesson plans…etc.)
Preparation of demonstrations, lectures, small group discussions, and the selection of suggested and required reading from various sources, and coordinating these educational tools with other faculty members
Prepare evaluation tools that will aid in the evaluation of students' work product and help to identify students that are discovered to be weak in various areas
Attend "Team" meetings approved by COM that require advancement of your profession
Must be able to take direction and receive assignments from the Assistant Dean of Pre-Clinical Education
Faculty member will contribute and be responsible for overall student success, including, but not limited to, advising and student outcomes
Faculty member will contribute directly to the Mission of LECOM embodying the essence of Osteopathic Principles and Practices by assisting with Institutional fundraising and participating in the LECOM Scholarship Auction
Faculty member will participate in scholarly activity so to enrich and broaden the student learning experience
Faculty member will commit to being a representative of LECOM by being actively involved in the community, including, but not limited to, serving on Boards, participating in community fundraisers and overall outreach
Must be available for work during the hours assigned, for student instruction and clinic development
Accept other duties assigned/needed for the Institution's needs