Western University of Health Sciences
Assistant/Associate Professor, Primary Care
Western University of Health Sciences, California, Missouri, United States, 65018
Assistant/Associate Professor, Primary Care
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link/button.As you take your first step onto a Western University of Health Sciences campus, each path, each person, each structure comes with a transformative story. WesternU is more than the practice of medicine. We are defined by character and culture.At WesternU, you will discover humanism at the heart of every interaction: a warm welcome, a sincere smile, a positive word, a kind deed, a thoughtful gesture. You will see students work together on case studies; a parade of pets in campus parks; student clubs offering opportunities for career growth and community involvement; and faculty, staff and students designing their future and the future of WesternU. We display a collaborative mindset in how we operate, educate, and serve others.Although, geographically, we are two campuses - as humanists, we are one: to enhance and extend the quality of life in our communities and achieve excellence in everything we do. We attract diverse, professional faculty, staff and students that thrive in an environment of humanistic health care education. Join our team of faculty and staff and make a difference.Position Title:
Assistant/Associate Professor, Primary CarePosition Control Number:
999705Type of Position:
FacultyPosition Status:
Full-timeCampus:
Western University Campus-Pomona, CADepartment:
1413-Family MedicineJob Summary:
The Mission of the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (COMP) is to prepare students to become technically competent, culturally sensitive, professional and compassionate physicians who are lifelong learners and will serve society by providing comprehensive, patient-centered healthcare with the distinctive osteopathic philosophy.The role of the faculty in the Department of Family Medicine (DFM) is to train students according to the mission of COMP. This is accomplished through excellence in curriculum, translational research, service, and osteopathic clinical practice. The faculty is expected to mentor and be a role model for students.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Able and willing to practice the full scope of Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Pediatrics as defined by current College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific/WesternU Medical Center policies and practices.Must possess good communication and interpersonal skills.Required Qualifications:EDUCATION:
DO or MD degree. Residency trained and Board-eligible or Board Certified in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine or Pediatrics.EXPERIENCE:
experience in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Pediatrics.LICENSURE:
Unrestricted California State license (or eligible to obtain CA state licensure). Unrestricted Drug Enforcement Agency certificate.Preferred Qualifications:
Preference may be given to individuals who possess prior medical student teaching experience, bilingual capabilities, formal training or coursework in medical education, and/or clinical research experience.Key Responsibilities:Teaching Responsibilities (50-80%):
Teach clinical skills, values, and attitudes identified by the WesternU/COMP Department of Family Medicine as necessary and appropriate to be competent and compassionate osteopathic primary care physicians. Teaching responsibilities may include but are not limited to classroom teaching and precepting WesternU students of all programs on clinical rotations as well as assignments deemed appropriate by the Chair of the Department of Family Medicine and the Dean of COMP.Departmental and College/University Service:
Attend monthly COMP Department of Family Medicine meetings and other meetings, workshops, study sessions, etc. as assigned. Attend faculty development seminars and academic boot camp. Proactively seek out and participate in other professional development and CME opportunities. Serve on faculty committees as elected or assigned. Serve as a faculty advisor to students in years 1 – 4 as assigned or requested by the student. Participate in the admissions interview process. Participate in WesternU’s Interprofessional Education Curriculum.Research and Grants (0-10%):
Help to develop and participate in research projects entered into by WesternU as agreed upon by the COMP Department of Family Medicine. Participate in development and implementation of grants in Family Medicine or other state, federal or private grants awarded to WesternU/COMP.Clinical Practice (0-20%):
Provide appropriate osteopathic primary medical care for patients through the WesternU medical centers or affiliated medical programs as directed by the Department Chair and/or the Medical Director. This includes, but is not limited to, appropriate office, hospital, nursing/convalescent and home care of WesternU patients. The physician will be required to provide their fair proportional share of after-hours calls and any extended hours that are determined to be necessary for the effective operations of WesternU medical care facilities, including weekends and holidays. Maintain unrestricted licensure, DEA, and board certification.Community Involvement (0-5%):
Participate in community outreach programs, including but not limited to, health screenings and health fairs.Work Schedule:
Working hours are typically Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm, some evenings and weekends may be required.Expected Pay Scale:
Minimum $220,000.00, Maximum $220,000.00Physical Demands
Do the essential functions of this job require lifting? NoThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is regularly asked to sit, use hands to operate a PC in the performance of job duties, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and stoop. The employee regularly lifts or moves objects which weigh up to 10 pounds and occasionally may move or push up to 25 pounds.Posting Information:Posting Number:
F00694Posting Date:
06/12/2024Close Date:
Open Until FilledConditions of Employment:
To secure employment, successful fulfillment of a background check, including a criminal records check, may be required.Pay Transparency Act:
Western University of Health Sciences is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range considers various factors in making compensation decisions.Equal Opportunity Statement (EEO):
It is the policy of Western University to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment as required by law.Required Documents:Cover LetterCurriculum VitaeOptional Documents:Letter of Recommendation #1Letter of Recommendation #2Letter of Recommendation #3Additional Applicant DocumentRequired License/CertificationSupplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* What is the highest level of education you have completed?* How did you hear about this employment opportunity? Please provide the name of the website, individual, or organization.
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Below you will find the details for the position including any supplementary documentation and questions you should review before applying for the opening. To apply for the position, please click the
Apply for this Job
link/button.As you take your first step onto a Western University of Health Sciences campus, each path, each person, each structure comes with a transformative story. WesternU is more than the practice of medicine. We are defined by character and culture.At WesternU, you will discover humanism at the heart of every interaction: a warm welcome, a sincere smile, a positive word, a kind deed, a thoughtful gesture. You will see students work together on case studies; a parade of pets in campus parks; student clubs offering opportunities for career growth and community involvement; and faculty, staff and students designing their future and the future of WesternU. We display a collaborative mindset in how we operate, educate, and serve others.Although, geographically, we are two campuses - as humanists, we are one: to enhance and extend the quality of life in our communities and achieve excellence in everything we do. We attract diverse, professional faculty, staff and students that thrive in an environment of humanistic health care education. Join our team of faculty and staff and make a difference.Position Title:
Assistant/Associate Professor, Primary CarePosition Control Number:
999705Type of Position:
FacultyPosition Status:
Full-timeCampus:
Western University Campus-Pomona, CADepartment:
1413-Family MedicineJob Summary:
The Mission of the College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific (COMP) is to prepare students to become technically competent, culturally sensitive, professional and compassionate physicians who are lifelong learners and will serve society by providing comprehensive, patient-centered healthcare with the distinctive osteopathic philosophy.The role of the faculty in the Department of Family Medicine (DFM) is to train students according to the mission of COMP. This is accomplished through excellence in curriculum, translational research, service, and osteopathic clinical practice. The faculty is expected to mentor and be a role model for students.Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:Able and willing to practice the full scope of Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Pediatrics as defined by current College of Osteopathic Medicine of the Pacific/WesternU Medical Center policies and practices.Must possess good communication and interpersonal skills.Required Qualifications:EDUCATION:
DO or MD degree. Residency trained and Board-eligible or Board Certified in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine or Pediatrics.EXPERIENCE:
experience in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, or Pediatrics.LICENSURE:
Unrestricted California State license (or eligible to obtain CA state licensure). Unrestricted Drug Enforcement Agency certificate.Preferred Qualifications:
Preference may be given to individuals who possess prior medical student teaching experience, bilingual capabilities, formal training or coursework in medical education, and/or clinical research experience.Key Responsibilities:Teaching Responsibilities (50-80%):
Teach clinical skills, values, and attitudes identified by the WesternU/COMP Department of Family Medicine as necessary and appropriate to be competent and compassionate osteopathic primary care physicians. Teaching responsibilities may include but are not limited to classroom teaching and precepting WesternU students of all programs on clinical rotations as well as assignments deemed appropriate by the Chair of the Department of Family Medicine and the Dean of COMP.Departmental and College/University Service:
Attend monthly COMP Department of Family Medicine meetings and other meetings, workshops, study sessions, etc. as assigned. Attend faculty development seminars and academic boot camp. Proactively seek out and participate in other professional development and CME opportunities. Serve on faculty committees as elected or assigned. Serve as a faculty advisor to students in years 1 – 4 as assigned or requested by the student. Participate in the admissions interview process. Participate in WesternU’s Interprofessional Education Curriculum.Research and Grants (0-10%):
Help to develop and participate in research projects entered into by WesternU as agreed upon by the COMP Department of Family Medicine. Participate in development and implementation of grants in Family Medicine or other state, federal or private grants awarded to WesternU/COMP.Clinical Practice (0-20%):
Provide appropriate osteopathic primary medical care for patients through the WesternU medical centers or affiliated medical programs as directed by the Department Chair and/or the Medical Director. This includes, but is not limited to, appropriate office, hospital, nursing/convalescent and home care of WesternU patients. The physician will be required to provide their fair proportional share of after-hours calls and any extended hours that are determined to be necessary for the effective operations of WesternU medical care facilities, including weekends and holidays. Maintain unrestricted licensure, DEA, and board certification.Community Involvement (0-5%):
Participate in community outreach programs, including but not limited to, health screenings and health fairs.Work Schedule:
Working hours are typically Mon-Fri, 8am-5pm, some evenings and weekends may be required.Expected Pay Scale:
Minimum $220,000.00, Maximum $220,000.00Physical Demands
Do the essential functions of this job require lifting? NoThe physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to talk or hear. The employee is regularly asked to sit, use hands to operate a PC in the performance of job duties, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is occasionally required to stand, walk, and stoop. The employee regularly lifts or moves objects which weigh up to 10 pounds and occasionally may move or push up to 25 pounds.Posting Information:Posting Number:
F00694Posting Date:
06/12/2024Close Date:
Open Until FilledConditions of Employment:
To secure employment, successful fulfillment of a background check, including a criminal records check, may be required.Pay Transparency Act:
Western University of Health Sciences is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range considers various factors in making compensation decisions.Equal Opportunity Statement (EEO):
It is the policy of Western University to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment as required by law.Required Documents:Cover LetterCurriculum VitaeOptional Documents:Letter of Recommendation #1Letter of Recommendation #2Letter of Recommendation #3Additional Applicant DocumentRequired License/CertificationSupplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).* What is the highest level of education you have completed?* How did you hear about this employment opportunity? Please provide the name of the website, individual, or organization.
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