Clinical Sciences Program Chair (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine)

Overview

Summary

Plan, direct, implement programs, policies and procedures for the Department of Clinical Sciences that ensures the integration of scientifically based, outcome evaluated clinical knowledge and skills, biomedical sciences, and osteopathic principles and practices for predoctoral and/or postdoctoral students, provide service to the university and professional communities and engage in innovative scholarship and research to advance medical knowledge.

Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and direction for the Department of Clinical Sciences faculty and staff in planning, developing and implementing the College's curriculum.
   
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of the Department of Clinical Sciences faculty and staff annually or as indicated by policy, report evaluations to the Senior Associate Dean for Clinical Education, make recommendations for discipline, promotion and recognition of faculty and develop a culture of excellence, continuous improvement and advancement for each of the faculty members.
   
• Provide oversight and direction for the education and instruction of medical students and other health care profession students while providing mentorship and motivation for learning, research and scholarly activity in classroom environments, clinical settings, active learning groups, laboratory experience and research opportunities.
   
• Supervise and evaluate the performance of the Department of Clinical Sciences faculty and staff annually or as indicated by policy, report evaluations to the Senior Associate Dean for Clinical Affairs, make recommendations for discipline, promotion and recognition of faculty and develop a culture of excellence, continuous improvement and advancement for each of the faculty members.
   
• Plan, develop, and manage the Department of Clinical Sciences budget to allow the department to implement educational programs for the COM, ensure effective and efficient operational functions and procedures consistent with established college policies.
   
• Demonstrate adaptability and the willingness to assist the university and college in fulfilling its mission and vision though teaching, academic administrative duties (course/system coordinator), providing patient care, and community service and/or perform special duties as assigned.
   
• Participate in professional and clinical services in a clinical setting consistent with training and degree as assigned by administration.
   
• Provide service to the university community and students through serving on COM and department committees, providing leadership, mentorship and expertise to student, participating in community outreach events and with professional organizations or groups as assigned by the Dean.
   
• Demonstrate adaptability and the willingness to assist the university and college in fulfilling its mission and vision though teaching, academic administrative duties (course/system coordinator), providing patient care, and community service and/or perform special duties as assigned.
  Requirements, Preferences and Experience

Education

Minimum: Terminal degree (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) with current Board Certification in a primary care specialty of Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Pediatrics.

Experience

Minimum: Demonstrated leadership, productivity, and administrative experience in clinical, professional, research or educational settings. Seven years (7) academic experience as a full-time faculty member at a College of Osteopathic Medicine or seven years (7) experience as a full-time faculty member in a Graduate Medical Education program.  

Licensure, Registration, Certification

Minimum: Must have an active medical license. Eligible for coverage by college's malpractice insurer if applicable.