The Department of Internal Medicine in the Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine (AZCOM) at Midwestern University is seeking one part time (.4 FTE) Clinical Assistant Professor. This position reports to the Chair of Department of Internal Medicine of AZCOM.

Teaching

Participate in curricular planning and review meetings, and faculty retreats. Develop, implement, and assess the curriculum as faculty in the pre-clinical courses. Teach clinical lectures, including developing the associated learning objectives and examination questions. Actively participate in the 4-year teaching program in AZCOM, which may include OMM labs, physical examination and ultrasound workshops, SOAP note grading, OSCE’s, and precepting in the MWU multispecialty clinic for students, Scholars, and residents. Assist with training for affiliated and sponsored GME programs. Assist in the development of standardized patient cases for examinations, as requested Proctor/Score Osteopathic Standardized Patient Examinations, as requested Assist in the remediation of students who fail OSCE Examinations and / or require assistance in preparation for COMLEX-USA examinations. Assist with rotation preceptor recruitment and site visits as requested/assigned. Develop/deliver faculty development and training to preceptors as requested. 

Scholarly Activity

Actively engage in scholarly activities according to area(s) of expertise, to include osteopathic research, quality improvement projects, invited presentations at state and/or national conferences, publications, poster presentations, peer reviews, and national board question writing. Serve as a Project Investigator (PI) for students and residents engaging in scholarly work.  

Service

Mentor students requiring academic assistance and provide career counseling. Attend required meetings and serve on committees as assigned, which may include meetings/committees for the University, the Department of AZCOM Clinical Education, and the Department of Internal Medicine. Participate in community relations efforts to extend and enhance the visibility and reputation of the Department, the College of Osteopathic Medicine, and Midwestern University  Serve on state, regional, and/or national societies, agencies, bureaus, and committees of the profession and specialty or discipline. Provide osteopathic clinical supervision for the community care outreach activities of Health Outreach through Medical Education (HOME), as requested. Serve as advisor to student clubs as requested. Participate in AZCOM applicant interviews. Remain current and board certified in Internal Medicine.

Requirements:

This position, at the rank of Clinical Assistant Professor, requires a DO degree, and board eligibility/certification in Internal Medicine.

Midwestern University is a private, not-for-profit organization that provides graduate and post-graduate education in the health sciences. The University has two campuses, one in Downers Grove, Illinois and the other in Glendale, Arizona. More than 6,000 full-time students are enrolled in graduate programs in osteopathic medicine, dentistry, pharmacy, physician assistant studies, physical therapy, occupational therapy, nurse anesthesia, cardiovascular perfusion, podiatry, optometry, clinical psychology, speech language pathology, biomedical sciences and veterinary medicine. Over 500 full-time faculty members and 400 staff members are dedicated to the education and development of our students in an environment that encourages learning, respect for all members of the health care team, service, interdisciplinary scholarly activity, and personal growth.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical, dental, and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance, short/long term disability and pet insurance.  We offer flexible spending accounts including healthcare reimbursement and child/dependent care account.  We offer a work life balance with competitive time off package including paid holiday’s, sick/flex days, personal days and vacation days.  We offer a 403(b) retirement plan, tuition reimbursement, child care subsidy reimbursement program, identity theft protection and an employee assistance program.  Wellness is important to us and we offer a wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility. 

Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race; color; religion; creed; national origin or ancestry; ethnicity; sex (including pregnancy); gender (including gender expressions, gender identity; and sexual orientation); marital status; age; disability; citizenship; past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services; genetic information; or any other protected class, in accord with all federal, state and local laws, including 41 C.F.R. 60-1.4(a), 250.5(a), 300.5(a) and 741.5(a). Midwestern University complies with the Smoke-Free Arizona Act (A.R.S. 36-601.01) and the Smoke Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82/).  Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.