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A.T. Still University SOMA - Assistant Professor, Clinical Faculty (1.0 FTE, No Patient Care Responsibilities) in Mesa, Arizona
Description
A.T. Still University's School of Osteopathic Medicine in Arizona is seeking applications for full-time exempt Clinical Faculty at the Assistant Professor level on the Mesa, Arizona campus. This position will create and provide osteopathic medical student years I-IV educational content that integrates foundational, clinical, and osteopathic sciences in a variety of online and live presentations, which includes podcasts, small group case-based facilitation, and clinical laboratory sessions integrating osteopathic principles and practice, medical skills, and ultrasound.
Duties & Responsibilities:
Faculty will contribute to ATSU-SOMA in the areas of educating students in years 1-4, scholarly activity, diversity, equity and inclusion, and service to the University and community. Faculty will be assessed annually on the basis of educational effectiveness, professionalism, adaptability, commitment, dependability, and innovation/vision.
Attend to regular communications as it relates to all position responsibilities.
Provide objective input on a diversity of perspectives.
Skillfully use feedback for continued innovation and improvement.
Preparation of demonstrations, presentations, small group discussions, and the selection of suggested and required reading from various sources, and coordinating these educational tools/resources with other faculty members;
Prepare evaluation/assessment tools that will aid in the evaluation of students’ work product and help to identify students that are discovered to be challenged in various areas;
Attend meetings approved by school that require advancement of your profession.
Must be able to take direction and receive assignments from the Assistant Dean of Innovation and Curricular Integration.
Serve as a CBIQ group facilitator on as needed basis;
Create NBOME board-style examination items for presented material
Serve on at least 2 major ATSU-SOMA committees (ex: Admissions, Diversity Committee, Student Performance, and Curriculum).
Active participation in faculty development.
If desired and approved, may use half-day per week for activity related to patient care in an alternate clinical setting of candidate’s choice while providing shadowing opportunities for students.
Interview ATSU-SOMA candidates for admission.
Perform student advising/academic coaching functions.
Participate in research and/or scholarly activity as deemed appropriate by the Department Chair.
Other functions supporting the department and its contribution to the mission and vision of ATSU-SOMA.
Education & Experience:
DO/MD degree, Specialty Board Certification, Active Arizona State Medical License.
Patient interaction and examination skills. Covered by degree, licensure, and certification.
Skill requirements are covered under family medicine, other primary care specialty board certification.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office, emailing, and public speaking.
Enthusiasm for education.
Collaborative growth mindset.
Professional behavior.
Compassion, patience, and approachability.
The successful applicant will have demonstrated success promoting a culturally rich environment that values and appreciates diversity.
The applicant should have a common understanding of bias, what it means to be culturally proficient, and demonstrated success at mitigating differences.
The applicant should have familiarity with the principles and practice of osteopathic medicine.
ATSU offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverages, among more. If eligible, employee-elected benefits would begin the first of the month following hire date. For more information, please visit: atsu.edu/employment/benefits .
Qualifications
Education
Required
- Doctorate or better
Licenses & Certifications
Preferred
- AZ MD Medicine License
In demonstrating mutual respect for all members of the ATSU community, ATSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). Meeting this mission requires serving together in mutual respect of one another’s functions and each person’s importance as an individual.