Chiropractic Faculty Adjunct Chiropractic Clinical Education

Job Description

Adjunct Faculty Position: Clinical Observation and Research Series

Position Summary: Campbellsville University School of Chiropractic is seeking qualified adjunct faculty to teach courses in the Clinical Observation series. This course series is designed to develop the critical knowledge and skills required to obtain medical histories, use physical examination techniques, and document clinical findings. Adjunct faculty report directly to the Dean of the School of Chiropractic and must provide a Christian role model for students.

The School of Chiropractic offers flexible learning environments to meet the needs of our diverse student body. Candidates for this position should be prepared to deliver instruction through multiple modalities, as these courses may be assigned to be taught in-person on the Harrodsburg campus or remotely via synchronous or asynchronous online formats . Proficiency in utilizing the University's Learning Management System (Moodle) and video conferencing tools (such as Zoom or Microsoft Teams) is required for remote instruction to ensure a seamless and engaging student experience regardless of the delivery method.

Courses Overview:

• CCE 520 (Clinical Observation II) (1 Credit): Continues the development of medical history, physical examination, and terminology skills while providing an overview of the medical health record. A strong emphasis is placed on the development of writing and organizational skills for healthcare record keeping.
• CCE 640: Clinical Observation IV (1 Credit) This is the fourth in a series of six courses designed to develop the knowledge and skills required to obtain and record the complete medical history, to use appropriate physical examination techniques, and to use accurate medical terminology to document findings. This course is designed to complement the Physical Diagnosis and Functional Assessment 1 course taught concurrently. This course will provide an opportunity to present in a grand round-like format. Knowledge and skills will be developed through structured exercises and community experiences. By observing a practicing doctor early in the curriculum, students appreciate and understand the complexities of patient care resulting in better communication with patients and family members. Additionally, this course introduces the first phase of the clinical research curriculum, providing instruction to guide students through the formulation of a viable research hypothesis and the fundamentals of research design.
  CCE 650: Clinical Observation V (1 credit) This is the fifth course in a series of six courses designed to develop the knowledge and skill required to obtain and record the complete medical history, to use appropriate physical examination techniques, and to use accurate medical terminology to document findings. This course is designed to complement the Physical Diagnosis and Functional Assessment 2 course taught concurrently. This course will provide an opportunity to present in a grand round like format. Knowledge and skills will be developed through structured exercises and community experiences. By observing a practicing doctor early in the curriculum, students appreciate and understand the complexities of patient care resulting in better communication with patients and family members. Building upon the foundational research concepts introduced in the previous term, this course delivers progressive instruction focused on ethical data collection methodologies and the rigorous analysis of clinical data.
  CCE 660: Clinical Observation VI (2 credits) This is the final course in a series of six courses designed to develop the knowledge and skills required to obtain and record the complete medical history, to use appropriate physical examination techniques, and to use accurate medical terminology to document findings. This course will provide a review of the Physical Examination and Functional Assessment courses in preparation to enter the Chiropractic Clerkship 1 course. Students participate in structured activities and community experiences. Students are expected to demonstrate skill and apply knowledge from concurrent and previous coursework. As the culmination of the progressive research track, this course requires students to synthesize their data and analysis to create a finalized scholarly work. The course concludes with students actively preparing and submitting their work for publication or presentation at professional and academic conferences, or for publication in peer-reviewed journals.
  

Required Qualifications:

• Doctoral Degree: Must hold a terminal doctoral degree in a healthcare field from an accredited institution. Eligible degrees include, but are not limited to, Doctor of Chiropractic (DC), Doctor of Medicine (MD), Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (DO), or Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT).
• Preference: While all doctoral-level healthcare providers are encouraged to apply, a Doctor of Chiropractic (DC) degree from a CCE-accredited institution is strongly preferred to ensure specific alignment with the clinical philosophy of the program. Strong knowledge of the chiropractic profession is preferred in candidates that hold another terminal degree.
• Undergraduate Foundation: A completed Bachelor's degree is required
• Demonstrated commitment to the university's mission as a comprehensive, Christian institution.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Clinical experience of 5 years or more.
• Prior teaching experience, particularly in online or hybrid formats.

Standard Responsibilities & Expectations:

• Instructional Delivery: Prepare and conduct classes in a way that addresses student needs and university goals, maintaining an orderly environment conducive to learning.
• Syllabus & Course Content: Adhere to established course descriptions and university guidelines for syllabus creation in Concourse.
• Assessment: Prepare and administer examinations, grade assignments, and submit final grades by established deadlines.
• Availability: Be readily accessible to students before and after class and via telephone/email to provide assistance as needed.
• Mentorship: Fulfill a mentorship support role by advising students on coursework and referring them to the Office of the Dean or academic support services when necessary.
• Professionalism: Maintain a high level of academic and personal integrity, serving as a role model to students in both clinical and academic settings.

Adjunct faculty at Campbellsville University are expected to:

• Integrate learning with Christian living and conduct.
• Uphold academic freedom while exercising restraint to ensure teaching aligns with the university's mission.
• Abide by all university regulations as detailed in the Faculty Handbook and Administrative Policies and Procedures Manual (APPM).