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Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine, Georgia is seeking a dedicated and experienced physician to join our faculty as a Clinical Skills Instructor. The successful candidate will play a critical role in educating osteopathic medical students in primary clinical skills, including patient interviewing, physical examination, diagnostic reasoning, and procedural skills. This position offers an excellent opportunity to contribute to the training of future osteopathic physicians in a dynamic and supportive academic environment.

Key Responsibilities:

Teaching and Mentoring:

• Teach primary clinical skills to undergraduate medical students.
• Mentor students in patient interviewing, physical examination techniques, diagnostic reasoning, and various clinical procedures.
• Prepare and deliver lectures to first- and second-year medical students on clinically related topics.
• Develop learning objectives for lectures based on Bloom's Taxonomy.
• Create clinical-based multiple-choice questions in the style similar to the COMLEX-USA Level 1 and 2CE licensing exams.

Curriculum and Assessment:

• Participate in committees for coordination of lecture, lab, and practical exam schedules (at the Dean's discretion).
• Engage in simulations and OSCE-related exercises with standardized patients for undergraduate osteopathic medical students.
• Design and implement simulation-based learning activities to enhance student competency.
• Assess student performance through objective structured clinical examinations (OSCEs) and other evaluation methods.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to integrate clinical skills training with other components of the medical curriculum.

Student Support and Development:

• Mentor and advise students.
• Participate in third and fourth-year virtual didactic sessions.
• Serve as a table trainer in the Osteopathic Principles and Practice course (DOs only).
• Opportunity to see patients in the Osteopathic Care Center (DOs only).
• Stay current with advances in medical education and incorporate innovative teaching methods.
• Provide feedback and support to facilitate students' professional development.
• Academic and Scholarly Activities:
• Participate in departmental meetings, faculty development programs, and other academic activities.
• Engage in scholarly activities, including research and publications, related to medical education and clinical skills training.

Qualifications:

• Doctor of Osteopathy (DO) or Doctor of Medicine (MD) degree from an accredited institution.
• Board certification in Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Medicine-Pediatrics, Family Medicine.
• Valid medical license.
• Minimum of 5+ years of clinical experience, preferably in a primary care setting.
• Previous teaching experience in a medical school or residency program is highly desirable.
• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.
• Commitment to excellence in medical education and student success.
• Ability to work collaboratively with a diverse group of faculty, staff, and students.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Experience with simulation-based education and assessment.
• Involvement in educational research and publication in peer-reviewed journals.
• Familiarity with osteopathic principles and practices.

Compensation:

• Competitive salary commensurate with experience.
• Comprehensive benefits package, including health insurance, retirement plans, and professional development opportunities.

Compensation will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, education, and the responsibilities of the role.

The referenced salary range is based on PCOM good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. PCOM offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement.

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