Clinical Faculty, Part Time - Developing Osteopathic Clinical Skills (DOCS)

UIW Mission

Position Summary
The University of the Incarnate Word in San Antonio, TX seeks a Part-Time Clinical Faculty, Developing Osteopathic Clinical Skills (DOCS). The faculty member will operate within the UIWSOM framework of lifelong learning through collaborative scholarship, innovative educational excellence, and learner-centered curricula.

University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.

REQUIREMENTS

• D.O. degree from an accredited U.S. medical school.
• Strong knowledge base and experience in his/her discipline as it relates to the practice of medicine.
• Strong knowledge base of medical history taking and clinical skills.
• Knowledge of osteopathic philosophy.
• Knowledge of osteopathic manipulative techniques (OMT).
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively in complex interdisciplinary and interprofessional settings.

Quicklink to Apply to Posting UN650PO: https://apptrkr.com/3988688

BENEFITS

 UIW Offers Medical, Dental & Vision Insurance. 13 Paid Holidays, Vacation, & Sick Leave. Employer-Paid Life/AD&D Insurance & Long-Term Disability Insurance. Defined Contribution Retirement Plan (403B). UIW Tuition Waiver, Tuition Exchange Program. Employee Assistance Program, Free Membership to Wellness Center, and more!

EOE
UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).

Essential Functions

Teaching:

• Per the SOM mission and accreditation standards, the faculty member will participate in the implementation of a transformative curriculum that involves the collaborative development and implementation of competency based, innovative and integrated teaching and learning strategies.
• Teaching activities include the following topics/skills: clinical reasoning, medical interviewing, communication, physical examination, osteopathic manipulative medicine, medical procedures.
• Teaching activities may also involve interaction with standardized patient actors and the use of simulation models.
• Faculty members will participate in student skills assessments.
• There may be other times in which teaching, mentoring or advising will occur, and arrangements will be made with the Chair.

Faculty Development/Mentoring Service:

• The faculty member will participate in UIWSOM White Coat and Graduation ceremonies.
• The faculty member will participate in UIWSOM and OPPI department faculty development activities.
• The faculty member will participate in university service activities (on a committee, as a student mentor, a student group advisor, etc).

Job Duties

Knowledge Skills and Abilities

• Strong interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to social justice and values-driven curricula.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with administration, staff, peers and full-time and community- based faculty.
• Strong verbal/written communication skills.
• Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
• Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.

Required Education

• D.O. degree from an accredited U.S. medical school.

Required Work Experience

• Strong knowledge base and experience in his/her discipline as it relates to the practice of medicine.
• Strong knowledge base of medical history taking and clinical skills.
• Knowledge of osteopathic philosophy.
• Knowledge of osteopathic manipulative techniques (OMT).
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively and work collaboratively in complex interdisciplinary and interprofessional settings.

Preferred Qualifications

• Excellent communication skills in English.
• Experience in computer-assisted delivery of course content.
• Fluent in Spanish.

Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations
Current board certification or board eligibility in specialty, with a valid unrestricted Texas medical license, or ability to obtain Texas licensure in a reasonable time frame.

Work Hours
Based on course assignment. 16 hours (0.4 FTE) per week.All regularly scheduled activities occur at Brooks City Base Campus on Tuesdays and Thursdays.

Physical Demands

None specified.

Posting Number: UN661PO

Job Type: Part Time

Job Category: Faculty

Desired Start Date: 04/03/2023

Position End Date (if temporary):

Reports To: CASE Chair

Salary: commensurate with experience

Open Date: 02/27/2023

Open Until Filled: Yes

Special Instructions to Applicant

To apply, visit https://apptrkr.com/3988688

UIW is committed to a policy of equal opportunity in employment, without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, national origin, age, marital status, disability, genetic information, gender identity or expression, veteran status, pregnancy, and religion (except in limited circumstances when religious preference is both permitted by law and deemed appropriate as a matter of University policy).