Job Summary
Under the Course Director(s), Department Chair and the Associate Dean, Clinical Sciences, the successful candidate will provide instruction specifically in Osteopathic Principles and Practices (OP&P). The ability to teach in one or more of the biomedical/preclinical courses or clinical disciplines would be beneficial. The candidate will have administrative responsibilities commensurate with rank.
Duties and Responsibilities
This job description does not state or imply that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee occupying this position. Duties and responsibilities listed are essential job functions and exclude functions, which are incidental to the performance of fundamental job duties.
Assist WCUCOM and WCU in the implementation of their respective Mission Statements, Statement(s) of Purpose, Institutional Plan(s), and Financial Plan(s)
Complete assigned tasks and participate in assigned work groups for preparing accreditation documents for all accrediting bodies
Works with Course Directors, Department Chair and Associate Deans to integrate and implement WCUCOM courses into a four-year, seamless curriculum using on-site, distance-learning, and other standard and emerging technologies
Review relevant WCUCOM curriculum in its entirety and recommend pertinent suggestions to the Course Director(s), Department Chair and Associate Dean, Clinical Sciences
Provide oversight for OMM curriculum
Assist in monitoring the progress of all students to ensure successful progress toward graduation and recommends disciplinary action when necessary
Teach in assigned courses
Serves on WCUCOM committees, as assigned
Assists in the selection process of students to attend WCUCOM
Assist in student remediation as necessary, and as recommended by the Promotion and Matriculation Committee
Assist in the interview process for prospective incoming faculty
Make contributions to the advancement of knowledge and the development of osteopathic medicine through scientific research and community service
To participate in community relations efforts to extend and enhance the visibility and reputation of the Department, the College of Osteopathic Medicine, and William Carey University
To serve on state and regional societies, and agencies, bureaus, and committees of the profession and specialty or discipline
To comply with WCU and professional standards and regulations including but not limited to ADA, HIPPAA, OSHA, and safety training
Other duties as assigned by the Course Director(s), Department Chair, Associate Dean, Clinical Sciences, and WCUCOM Dean
Required Qualifications
Board Eligible/Certified DO or MD with appropriate training and skills
Specialty Residency Trained to Practice (Primary care or NMM preferred)
Clinical experience practicing OMT within their specialty
Maintains an active license or be eligible for a license to practice in the state of Mississippi
Graduate of an accredited College of Osteopathic Medicine or LCME with appropriate training and experience
Curricular and teaching experience, in formal and informal teaching, and learner supervision and evaluation
Have leadership, teaching, and clinical skills
Have excellent verbal and written communication skills
Be detailed oriented and have excellent interpersonal skills
Have expertise with Microsoft Office Suite products and the desire and ability to learn course management software/distance learning technologies
Be able to complete multiple assignments, meet deadlines, and exercise good judgment
Please provide examples of accomplishments, skills, and publications
Preferred Qualifications
Board Certified NMM-OMM or C-SPOM
Experience as an instructor or course director of an OP&P department or course
Experience in teaching and/or research in a COCA-accredited osteopathic medical school or college
Experience in more than one clinical and/or preclinical discipline
Experience in course development and curriculum integration
Physical Demands
Possess the mobility to work in a standard office setting
Have the vision to read printed materials and a computer screen; hearing and speech to communicate in person and over the telephone
The ability to sit for extended periods of time
The ability to lift and carry 25 pounds
The ability to travel throughout Mississippi and the Gulf South region