Chair of OMM/OPP

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Chair of OMM/OPP is a non-tenured, faculty member responsible for the supervision of pre-doctoral didactic and clinical educational programs. This position collaborates with the Dean, Associate Dean of Clinical Educates, the Associate Dean for Preclinical Education and colleagues in the planning, directing and implementation of college programs, policies, and procedures, and assists in the development of curriculum which integrates the different specialty areas in a team-based, large and small group learning environments.

The responsibilities for this position may include some or all of the following: administrative responsibilities, student advising, research and creative activities, service, clinical practice and teaching. In addition, other responsibilities may include student recruitment, retention, and placement efforts.

SPECIFIC RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Administration – Supervise and coordinate the academic mission of the Department in teaching and training medical students. Responsibilities include planning, directing and implementation of college programs, policies, and procedures, and assisting in the development of curricula which integrate the different specialty areas in team-based, large and small group learning environments within a department.
• Teaching - Responsibilities include time spent in the classroom, clinical sites, laboratory, or telecommunications courses and in immediate preparation for them; maintaining and improving competence in subjects being taught; preparing teaching materials; conferring with students on course materials; directing individual and group studies and practice; reviewing written examinations and papers; supervising independent study projects, and supervising or teaching clinical internships or programs. Professional peer review and professional development are essential features of effective teaching.
• Advising - Student advising includes time spent meeting with students regarding academic, curricular and career matters.
• Research - Work conducted to create and add to knowledge in a field, including the advancement of new theories and principles. Assist in the planning and development of research programs and the allocation of resources to support such research. Recruit faculty and student participation in departmental research endeavors.
• Service – service on the departmental governing bodies and committees and use of academic and professional expertise to serve your profession and the community. Develop collaborative interdepartmental academic relationships with other departments and programs. Work closely with other department chairs to assure a team environment that allows students, interns, and residents to interact both on campus and within the clinical sites.
• Organizational Interface - Interface with AOA, OPTI and appropriate specialty colleges. Participate in the development of the preclinical departmental budget. Work, as assigned by Associate Dean of Academic Affairs, with OCOM Clinical Coordinators.
• Participation in faculty development and meetings.
• Representing OCOM in a positive and productive manner in areas assigned by the Associate Deans and/or the Dean.
• Maintaining professional literacy in the academic field.
• Familiarity and adherence to OCOM’s bylaws, rules, regulations, administrative and academic practices, policies and procedures as set forth in documents such as the Employee Handbook, Academic Handbook and OCOM’s Code of Ethical Conduct and AOA’s Code of Ethics.
• Participation in committees and prospective student interviews as assigned by the Dean.
• Demonstrate commitment to the principles of diversity and inclusivity of the departmental faculty and staff.
• Participate in and successfully complete all OCOM required training including, but not limited to discrimination/harassment, safety, and code of conduct.
• Perform other job-related duties and special projects as assigned.

SUPERVISORY RESPONSIBILITIES:

Departmental Faculty, Adjunct faculty, Departmental Staff, Student workers.

Requirements

QUALIFICATION(S):

• A team player who values collaboration, mutual support, and team cohesion
• DO (from a COCA-accredited medical school), with an active medical license.
• Active board certification from the American Osteopathic Board of Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine (AOBNMM) or a certificate of special proficiency in OMM (C-SPOMM).
• Board certification by the appropriate AOA or ACGME specialty board, as required. Note: In the clinical department or discipline of Primary Care (defined as Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, and/or Pediatrics), the Chair or Equivalent must be a DO who is AOA or ABMS board certified in their primary specialty (*AOA COCA Requirement)
• A substantial record of success as an educator with experience in teaching foundational concepts which are relevant to medical education. Preferred candidates shall have administrative experience in an academic setting and/or health delivery with both being preferred.
• Knowledge of instructional technologies is desirable.
• Experience with curricular and instructional design and training or experience in educational theory and/or evaluation preferred.
• Experience using innovative teaching methods which might include team-based learning, ‘flipped classroom’, case-based learning, problem-based learning, distance learning, interactive large group presentation, audience response systems, curriculum delivery systems (e.g., LMS), and proficiency in exam item writing (USMLE and/or COMLEX-style) preferred.
• Demonstrated high-level of competency with budgets, business development, and strategic planning
• A history of exceptional scholarly, professional and/or individual achievement

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Strong organization, interpersonal, and planning skills
• Strong verbal and written communication skills and excellent presentation skills
• Ability to work in a team and flexibility to work with others in a variety of circumstances
• Ability to problem solve by analyzing issues and creating action plans
• Ability to manage projects and people and prioritize and self-direct, workflow
• Ability to work with different computer programs and databases
• Ability to present the COM in an appropriate and positive fashion in public meetings, testimony, and public appearances
• Proficient in using Apple Mac computers and Google Workspace tools.

Benefits

• Salary: $180,000/Annually
• Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)

• Retirement Plan (401k, IRA)
• Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
• Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick & Public Holidays)
• Family Leave (Maternity, Paternity)
• Short Term & Long Term Disability
• Training & Professional development - continuing education opportunities to support your career growth.
• A supportive and collaborative work environment.