Assistant Dean of Preclinical Education

Location, Job Title, Benefits Rocky Vista University in Ivins, UT has an opening for a Assistant Dean of Preclinical Education (Full-Time). To be considered for this position applicants should submit a resume/cover letter and salary requirements on our Careers page at www.rvu.edu.

SALARY: $119,000 to $160,000+ per year depending on experience and Faculty rank. The salary of the finalist(s) selected for this role will be set based on a variety of factors, including but not limited to skill, knowledge, experience, education, and credentials. The RVU Rank and Promotions Committee will determine rank of any finalist.

BENEFITS: RVU offers a full benefits package that includes 401(k), Health, Dental and Vision insurance, along with 2 weeks (minimum) accrued paid vacation days per year, 12 accrued sick days per year, personal days, 13 ½ paid holidays and 401(K) match up to 7% based on employee’s contribution. Join us in an environment where in-office work is the primary focus, complemented by hybrid work flexibility for eligible positions.

Commitment to Inclusive Excellence: We are Rocky Vista University (RVU), a diverse, equitable, and inclusive healthcare education university that recognizes, values, and respects the commonalities and differences reflected in our students, staff, faculty, and alumni. We strive to be compassionate healthcare educators and practitioners who embrace and champion inclusive excellence. RVU is proud to be an equal opportunity employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, gender identity or expression, sexual orientation, national origin, genetics, disability, age, or veteran status.

Primary Purpose

The Assistant Dean of Preclinical Education collaborates with others to shape the preclinical curricular experience for RVUCOM. This position is responsible for creating processes, managing, and improving the student, faculty and staff experience in the preclinical curricular domain. This position collaborates with the Assistant Dean of Preclinical Curriculum Management and reports to the Associate Dean of Preclinical Curriculum and Assessment.

Responsibilities

• Planning and implementing curriculum and student assessment strategies that help ensure excellent outcomes in the RVUCOM preclinical education program.
• Direct communication relationships include the COM Course Directors, Office of Testing, Clinical Education, and the DO Curriculum Committee Chair.
• Direct reports include the Directors of Preclinical Education (DPCEs).

Essential Job Functions

• Demonstrate an active and consistent commitment to the mission of Rocky Vista University and its College of Osteopathic Medicine.
• Develop and maintain positive relationships faculty, staff, and students in Utah and Colorado in conjunction with the Assistant Dean of Preclinical Program Assessment.
• Manage and coordinate faculty and course directors to create a unified and cohesive curriculum.
• Lead and manage the Preclinical Capstone courses and help prepare students for COMLEX Level 1 and USMLE Step 1 preparedness.
• Maintain a high level of communication and collaboration with the Department of Clinical Education to ensure cohesive and integrated educational experience through years 1-4.
• Develop the policies and procedures for the preclinical education of RVUCOM students.
• Assist in the development of the preclinical curriculum.
• Possess the ability to deliver and assess student performance of the preclinical curriculum of the COM.
• Ensure the delivery and continuous evaluation and improvement of the preclinical curriculum.
• Work with faculty and administration to implement the integration of clinical knowledge and skills, biomedical sciences and osteopathic principles and practices throughout pre-doctoral education to advance RVUCOM students’ professionalism, knowledge, skills, and competencies to the level required for osteopathic graduate medical education.
• Assist in the evaluation of need-based purchases for the preclinical education department, including support for educational and audio-visual resources, travel, teaching and research resources, and any other related products.
• Assure the advancement and integration of high standards for ethical and professional behavior in all aspects for RVUCOM and personnel.
• Participate in institutional and COM service as designated by the Associate Dean of Preclinical Education.
• Other duties as assigned by the Associate Dean of Preclinical Education.

Marginal Job Functions

• Assist the Faculty and Administrators with special project assignments.
• Promote a high reputation of RVU and its COM campuses.
• Participate in media and public relations activities to further the mission of RVUCOM.

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Ability to travel.
• Demonstrate reliable time management and organizational skills.
• Demonstrate strong attention to detail in written and spoken communications.
• Ability to perform duties independently with supervision as needed.
• Ability to solve problems effectively and efficiently.
• Ability to negotiate effectively.
• Knowledge of University and College Policy and Procedures.
• Knowledge of the Clinical Education Preceptor Manual.
• Knowledge of student services and activities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Shall possess a terminal degree (DO, MD, PhD, EdD).
• At least 3 years of experience in medical education.
• Demonstrations of professional involvement and leadership.
• Demonstrations of scholarly activity, research, service to public or profession.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous work experience in a medical school.
• Well known and reputable in the medical education community.
• At least 5 years of experience in medical education.
• Demonstrations of professional involvement and leadership in medical education organizations.

Final applicant will be required to pass background check and drug screening. Qualified applicants will be contacted. There may be an additional video interview for you to complete. Please watch your email including spam and promotions folder.

Rocky Vista University is in full compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and does not discriminate with regard to applicants or employees with disabilities, and will make reasonable accommodation when necessary. The following are essential abilities and physical requirements for all positions at the University. Ability to orally communicate effectively with others; Ability to communicate effectively in writing, using the English language; Ability to work cooperatively with colleagues and supervisory staffs at all levels; May be exposed to short, intermittent, and/or prolonged periods of sitting and/or standing in performance of job duties; May be required to accomplish job duties using various types of equipment/supplies to include, but not limited to, pens, pencils, calculators, computer keyboards, telephone, etc.; May be required to transport oneself to other campus offices, conference rooms, and on occasion, to off-campus sites to attend meetings, conferences, workshops, seminars, etc.