Osteopathic Principles and Practice Clinical Faculty - College of Medicine Overview Date Posted: 12/20/2024 Location: LECOM at Seton Hill Address: 20 Seton Hill Drive City: Greensburg State: PA Country: United States of America Category: Education Employment Status: Full-time Description 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 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 Director of OMM or Vice President of LECOM at Seton Hill; + 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. Applicants must complete the online application and upload current CV (curriculum vitae) to the application site. The applicant must also email a cover letter outlining how he/she would enhance the LECOM family , a statement of teaching philosophy, and contact information for three professional references to hr@lecom.edu. (hr@lecom.edu) EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled Minimum Requirements KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Must possess required knowledge and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed. + 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; and + The ability to accept work directives from managers and supervisors in a respectful and cooperative manner. MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :Education and experience equivalent to: D.O. degree required; 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. The successful candidate must have a Pennsylvania medical license or the ability to get one.