Assistant Professor - Office of Rural Medical Education

Job Description

Job Description

Title: Assistant Professor - Office of Rural Medical Education

Employee Classification: Assistant Professor

Campus: University of North Texas Health at Fort Worth

Division: HSC-Provost & Exec VP

SubDivision-Department: HSC-Texas Coll of Osteopathic Med

Department: HSC-Family Medicine-300690

Job Location: Fort Worth

Salary: $69,000.000

FTE: .300000

Retirement Eligibility: ORP Eligible

About Us - Values Overview

Welcome to the University of North Texas System. The UNT System includes the University of North Texas in Denton and Frisco, the University of North Texas at Dallas and UNT Dallas College of Law, and University of North Texas Health Fort Worth. We are the only university system based exclusively in the robust Dallas-Fort Worth region. We are growing with the North Texas region, employing more than 14,000 employees, educating a record 49,000+ students across our system, and awarding nearly 12,000 degrees each year.

We are one team comprised of individuals who are committed to excellence, curiosity and innovation. We are transforming lives and creating economic opportunity through education. We champion a people-first values-based culture where We Care about each other and those we serve. We believe that we are Better Together because we foster an environment of respect, belonging, and access for all. We demonstrate Courageous Integrity through setting exceptional standards and acting in the best interest of our communities. We are encouraged to Be Curious about opportunities for learning, creating, discovering, and innovating, and are encouraged to learn from failure. Show Your Fire by joining our team and exhibiting your passion and pride in your work as part of our UNT System team.

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Department Summary

The Department of Family Medicine/ Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine is a multifaceted, interdisciplinary team of dedicated healthcare providers and researchers who are committed to providing excellence in clinical care, primary care education, and research. Through innovative curricular designs, early clinical experiences, and mentorship, the Department is focused on producing highly competent, caring, and compassionate Family Medicine/OMM physicians, helping reduce the shortage of primary care physicians in our Texas communities.

Position Overview

The Family Medicine Department at the University of North Texas Health Science Center is seeking a part time Assistant/Associate Professor faculty member in the Office of Rural Medical Education (ORME) to teach and mentor Doctor of Osteopathy medical students for the Rural Osteopathic Medical Education (ROME) programs. Responsibilities of the position include but are not limited to:

· Assist with the planning and facilitating of ROME Courses, ROME events, and other ROME programming Participation as faculty through a combination of classroom instruction, clinical instruction, and Rural field trips.

· Participation as faculty through a combination of classroom instruction, clinical instruction, and Rural field trips.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine Degree (D.O.) or Doctor of Medical Degree (M.D.)

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with colleagues and students from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in writing.
• Ability to maintain effective interpersonal relationships.
• Knowledge and experience in using various teaching methods to create an effective learning environment.
• Strong organizational and time management skills to effectively manage multiple responsibilities, including teaching, research, and clinical duties.

Job Duties

• Participate in ROME activities.
• Attend ROME team meetings.
• Assist with curriculum development and planning.
• Assist with special projects as requested.
• Assist in small group teaching in a clinical setting.
• Facilitate ROME course sessions in a classroom setting.
• Assist in student evaluation of ROME students.
• Facilitate Off-campus Service learning opportunities.
• Assist with recruitment and interviewing applicants for the Rural Scholars Program.

Physical Requirements

• Communicating with others to exchange information.
• Lifting and Moving objects up to 20 pounds.
• Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.
• Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
• Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.

Environmental Hazards

• No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Monday - Friday

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.