Program Chair -Dept Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine

Job Responsibilities

• Provide oversight and direction for the Department of Osteopathic Principles and Practices/Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine faculty and staff in planning, developing, and implementing the College's curriculum, the College of Osteopathic Medicine strategic plan, and ONMM residency program.
• 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.
• Cook up and coordinate the Department of Osteopathic Principles and Practices/Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine faculty teaching and clinical services schedule.
• Participate in the assessment and evaluation of students and residents, provide feedback and remedial assistance to ensure that the students of the COM meet the standards established by the faculty and university and obtain the knowledge, skills and competency established.
• Serve as a supervisor and evaluator of the Department of Osteopathic Principles and Practices/Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine faculty and staff annually or as indicated by policy.
• Report evaluations to the Senior Associate Dean-Clinical Affairs, make recommendations for discipline, promotion, and recognition of the faculty, and develop a culture of excellence, continuous improvement and advancement for each of the faculty members.
• Plan, develop, and manage the Department of Osteopathic Principles and Practices/Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine budget to allow the department to implement educational programs for the COM, ensure effective and efficient operational functions and procedures consistent with established university policies.
• Engage in Institutional Effectiveness activities, accreditation (SACS, COCA, other) requirements and documentation, and program assessments as is required for the continuance of the College of Osteopathic Medicine.
• Participate in teaching, practice, and/or research as compatible with individual scholarship goals, as appropriate.
• Analyze, interpret, and report on data from varied sources. Reports may include findings from surveys of graduates, residency placement rates, transfer rates, and other information needed for assessment, evaluation, and planning for programs and services.
• Perform other accountabilities as assigned or directed.

  Qualifications

  • A terminal degree (Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine) with current Board Certification in appropriate area of specialization as defined by current COCA standards.
  • Three years (3) academic experience as a full-time faculty member at a College of Osteopathic or Allopathic Medicine, or Three years (3) experience as a full-time faculty member in a Graduate Medical Education program or a culmination of Five (5) years of experience in teaching and academic leadership in a medical education setting.
  • Demonstrated leadership and productivity in the areas of clinical or professional service, scholarly activity, medical research or education.
  • Good standing with all regulatory and governmental boards and agencies.
  • Eligible for coverage by university's malpractice insurer if applicable.
  • Board certification from the American Osteopathic Association or the American Board of Medical Specialties as required by the COCA standards.
  • An unrestricted license to practice medicine in the state(s) where the COM has OPP/OMM clinic(s).
  • Current license/certifications to practice in the State of Tennessee, as appropriate.

    Desired Qualifications

    • Five (5) years academic experience as a full time faculty member at a College of Osteopathic or Allopathic Medicine, or Five (5) years at an Academic Health Care Teaching Center, or Five (5) years experience as a full time faculty member in a Graduate Medical Education program, or a culmination of Seven (7) years of experience in teaching and academic leadership in a medical education setting.
    • Advanced degrees in education, business, or policy. Additional degrees and certifications.
    • Demonstrated leadership, productivity and administrative experience in clinical, professional, research or educational settings.
    • Good standing with all regulatory and governmental boards and agencies.
    • Eligible for coverage by university's malpractice insurer if applicable.