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Adjunct Assistant/Associate/Professor of Family Medicine

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences · Yakima, WA · 20 mo ago
EducationFull-time

The Family Medicine Department at Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) is searching for passionate D.O. and M.D. physicians to assist with hands-on clinical training for first-and second-year students.

About the role

Pacific Northwest University of Health Sciences (PNWU) was founded as a 501(c) (3) non-profit health care education institution in 2005 aimed at increasing access to health care in medically underserved areas of the Pacific Northwest. The University currently offers several degrees and enrolls over 550 students annually. PNWU is located in Yakima, WA, a city of approximately 95,000 located in the south central part of the state near the eastern slopes of the Cascade Mountains in a major agricultural and outdoor recreation region.

Responsibilities

  • Teach the assigned courses and any others as assigned.
  • Meet all classes as scheduled.
  • Absorb and assist in the recruitment and registration of students.
  • Report final grades at the designated time.
  • Advising students.
  • Attend student orientation and commencement exercises.
  • Have an appropriate number of office hours.
  • Write course syllabi.
  • Develop course materials.
  • Administer exams.
  • Participate in committee assignments.
  • Engage in scholarly activity.
  • Maintain professional development.
  • Perform community service.
  • Maintain licensure and certification as appropriate.
  • May be required to maintain clinical practice as appropriate.
  • Understand accreditation standards and expectations specific to the department and adhere to policies and procedures to meet or exceed such standards.
  • Conduct self appropriately and consistently in accordance with the philosophy and mission of PNWU.
  • Other duties as assigned.

Requirements

Required: A Doctorate Degree, as recognized by United States accrediting associations, or appropriate terminal degree (i.e., standards established by recognized United States accrediting associations).

Candidates must be available at the Yakima campus at least two days per month and dedicated to educating student doctors.

Qualifications

  • Excellent interpersonal, communications, and presentation skills.
  • Respect and trust from staff and external constituencies.
  • Possess exceptional credentials in scholarly, professional and/or individual achievement.
  • Extensive professional experience with an exemplary record for achievement.

Skills, Knowledge and Abilities

  • Strong organization, interpersonal, and planning skills.
  • Strong verbal and written communication skills.
  • Ability to work in a team and flexibility to work with others in a variety of circumstances.
  • Ability to problem solve by analyzing issues and creating action plans.
  • Ability to manage projects and people and prioritize and self-direct work flow.
  • Ability to work with and manage different computer programs and databases.
  • Schedule activities and/or meetings.

How to Apply

To ensure full consideration submit:

  • A letter of introduction outlining background and qualifications for the position.
  • Detailed curriculum vitae.
  • Contact information for three professional references.

PNWU offers a comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees first of the month following date of hire and competitive salary. The benefit package includes:

  • Health Benefits - Medical, Dental, Vision, Life Insurance
  • Paid Time Off
  • 403b with Roth Option
  • Paid Holidays

For information about life in Yakima visit our PNWU page. PNWU is a drug-free workplace, equal opportunity employer and educational institution. To request this publication in an alternative format, or to apply in an alternative format, please call Human Resources, 509.452.5100.

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