Instructor/Assistant Clinical Professor -Cornea/Contact Lens

About the role

Provides clinical education and patient care at The Eye Institute (TEI) of Drexel University, including both the flagship location and satellite clinical facilities. Within the didactic curriculum, the faculty member contributes through lab and/or lecture instruction, based on their expertise, interests, and the needs of the program. This is a non‑tenure track position. Located at The Eye Institute – Oak Lane.

Responsibilities

• Provides clinical education to optometry students, residents, and others assigned to the Specialty and Primary Care Services at TEI and its satellite facilities, during a weekly schedule based on program needs (may include evenings and Saturdays).
• Provides independent direct patient care as needed.
• Provides timely, constructive feedback to students during patient care via daily Meditrek entries, to the Chief of Service, and during attending grading meetings.
• Assists service chiefs in remediating struggling students as needed.
• Participates in clinical round tables before, during, or after clinical sessions.
• Participates in the education, mentoring, and evaluation of TEI residents when appropriate.
• Participates and organizes workshops as needed.
• Provides instruction in preclinical skills or other labs, with possible didactic assignments based on program needs and faculty interest.
• Collaborates with program directors and faculty/staff in planning, preparation, and implementation of integrated curricular content and clinical protocols.
• Participates in faculty meetings, workshops, and development activities as appropriate.
• Participates in the Scholars Program as assigned.
• Responsible for accurate, timely medical record and Meditrek completion and compliance with TEI Practice Manual and Drexel University policies.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• Minimum of a PhD or Doctorate in Doctor of Optometry.
• Minimum of Residency or 4 years equivalent experience.
• Specialty contact lens experience.
• Eligible for faculty rank and professional staff appointment at TEI and PCO.
• Continuing faculty appointment contingent on maintaining clinical privileges per TEI credentialing policies and adhering to compliance protocols.

Qualifications

• Experience: 5 years preferred.
• Licenses/Certifications: Fellow/Diplomate, American Academy of Optometry (preferred).

Schedule

Weekly schedule based on program needs; may include evenings and Saturdays.