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University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Department: Office of Medical Education | Undergraduate Medical Education Job Title: Open Rank-Instructor, Sr. Instructor, Assistant, Associate, Professor Working Title: DOCS Coach and Coach Substitute Position #00825151 - Requisition #34335
Job Summary:
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The Office of Medical Education is searching for DOCS coach and coach substitutes for part-time positions associated with 0.05-0.20 FTE for the Trek Curriculum of MD Program with a start date of approximately August 15, 2024. All first-year students enrolled in CUSOM's Trek curriculum participate in weekly small groups clinical skills training during their preclerkship year as part of the Developing Our Clinical Skills (DOCS) course. This dynamic, experiential course is designed to produce humanistic student physicians by developing their foundational clinical and professional knowledge, skills, and attitudes via an integrated curriculum. The curriculum emphasizes communication and interpersonal skills, cultural humility, physical examination, clinical reasoning, and professional development while promoting patient-centered care, teamwork, reflection, and coach-learner partnerships. Standardized patient interactions also comprise significant portions of the course. DOCS coach and coach substitutes will facilitate a small group of eight (8) students and utilize a "coach approach" when delivering the course's curriculum. In addition to teaching students, DOCS coach and coach substitutes will observe students' clinical skills, deliver individualized feedback, evaluate student performance, and provide effective remediation. DOCS coaches and coach substitutes will be considered core faculty in the Trek curriculum. Core faculty influence and shape students' learning environment as well as their professional identity formation and will be held to the highest professional standards. Although clinical skills coaching via small group facilitation during the DOCS course is the primary role of the DOCS coaches, they will also be responsible for other tasks in the curriculum (i.e., directly observe and provide feedback on students' clinical skills during subsequent portions of the Trek curriculum, participate in competency and standard setting committees, and teach elsewhere in the Trek curriculum). DOCS Coaches and Coach Substitutes will report jointly to the DOCS Course Directors and the Director of Clinical Sciences. The assumed position will be either for a DOCS Coach or a DOCS Coach Substitute, however, can be interchanged as needed based on faculty's scheduling availability and business need. Initial assumed role and any subsequent change between DOCS Coach and DOCS Coach Substitute will be mutually agreed upon and memorialized through a memorandum of understanding or affiliate contract. Key Responsibilities: Curriculum Execution (Teaching/Coaching):
- Learn the DOCS course-specific knowledge, skills, and attitudes in order to competently teach the requisite curriculum to first-year students.
- Prepare for small group sessions by reading the course syllabus as well as session-specific materials provided by the course directors.
- Effectively facilitate DOCS course small groups in the first year of medical school every Tuesday afternoon (12:30-5:15 pm) or Wednesday morning (7:45 am-12:30 pm) on the Anschutz Medical Campus for twelve months each year; the DOCS coach must attend the same half-day each week.
- Commit to the delivery of the course curriculum within a coaching model.
- Commit to receiving real time faculty development of their coaching skills while facilitating small groups.
- Collaborate with other DOCS course faculty and staff/members of the teaching team to foster an effective learning environment.
- Attend DOCS coach faculty development sessions that happen 3-4 times a year and performance check-ins.
- Collaborate with 4th-year students, residents, and fellows enrolled in teaching electives to facilitate small groups.
- Collaborate with interdisciplinary and interprofessional faculty to facilitate small groups.
Student Assessment:
- Directly observe students' clinical skills and provide constructive, formative feedback.
- Evaluate student performance on DOCS assessments
- Participate in grading of assessments
- Communicate effectively with other DOCS course faculty and staff/members of the teaching team regarding specific student concerns and/or needs.
- Evaluate students in other portions of the Trek curriculum as needed within the defined FTE.
Student Support
- Participate in early identification of students in academic or professional difficulty
- DOCS Coaches will also participate in remediation as needed.
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Work Location:
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Hybrid - this role is eligible to work in a hybrid capacity and work on-site as needed for meetings and appointments. The employee must reside in the United States.
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Why Join Us:
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The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is a public education, clinical and research facility serving 4,500 students, and a world-class medical destination at the forefront of life-changing science, medicine, and healthcare. CU Anschutz offers more than 40 highly rated degree programs through 6 schools and colleges and receives over $704 million in research awards each year. We are the single largest health professions education provider in Colorado, awarding nearly 1,450 degrees annually. Powered by our award-winning faculty, renowned researchers and a reputation for academic excellence, the CU Anschutz Medical Campus drives innovation from the classroom to the laboratory to the delivery of unparalleled patient care. Read CU Anschutz Quick Facts here.
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Diversity and Equity:
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The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is committed to recruiting and supporting a diverse student body, faculty and administrative staff. The university strives to promote a culture of inclusiveness, respect, communication and understanding. We encourage applications from women, ethnic minorities, persons with disabilities, persons within the LGBTQ+ community and all veterans. The University of Colorado is committed to diversity and equality in education and employment.
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Qualifications:
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Minimum Qualifications: Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire. This is an open rank position and could be categorized as Instructor, Senior Instructor, Assistant Professor, Associate Professor or Professor based on experience and qualifications as indicated below: Academic rank will be determined during the interview process after discussion between you and the department about your previous experience and academic desires. Instructor:
- M.D. or D.O. Degree or equivalent with a concentration in healthcare and education and medical licensure in the State of Colorado.
- Candidates must be able to obtain a faculty appointment (open rank) at the University of Colorado School of Medicine
- Minimum of two years' experience teaching medical students
Sr. Instructor:
- M.D. or D.O. Degree or equivalent with a concentration in healthcare and education and medical licensure in the State of Colorado.
- Candidates must be able to obtain a faculty appointment (open rank) at the University of Colorado School of Medicine
- Minimum of two years' experience teaching medical students
Assistant Professor:
- M.D. or D.O. Degree or equivalent with a concentration in healthcare and education and medical licensure in the State of Colorado.
- Candidates must be able to obtain a faculty appointment (open rank) at the University of Colorado School of Medicine
- Minimum of two years' experience teaching medical students
Associate Professor:
- M.D. or D.O. Degree or equivalent with a concentration in healthcare and education and medical licensure in the State of Colorado.
- Candidates must be able to obtain a faculty appointment (open rank) at the University of Colorado School of Medicine
- Minimum of two years' experience teaching medical students
Professor:
- M.D. or D.O. Degree or equivalent with a concentration in healthcare and education and medical licensure in the State of Colorado.
- Candidates must be able to obtain a faculty appointment (open rank) at the University of Colorado School of Medicine
- Minimum of two years' experience teaching medical students
Preferred Qualifications:
- Experience or training in undergraduate medical education and/or curriculum development.
- Experienced with and knowledge of the DOCS program at the University of Colorado SOM.
- Experience with clinical skills and direct observation
- Demonstrated commitment to lifelong learning, a growth mindset, and reflective humanistic approach to coaching, role modeling, and mentoring also preferred
Knowledge, Skills and Abilities:
- Ability to cultivate relationships with people who enjoy teaching, who can inspire students and support the educational process and values of life-long learning of the CU School of Medicine.
- Excellent written and oral communication
- Interprofessional leadership and teamwork skills
- Ability to work with a diverse group
- Ability to work independently, prioritize tasks, and meet deadlines
- Flexibility and the ability to adapt various skills
- Comfort communicating with students, faculty, and community stakeholders
- Excellent time management and organizational skills
- Attention to details
- Ability to represent the University in a professional manner
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How to Apply:
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For full consideration, please submit the following document(s):
- A letter of interest describing relevant job experiences as they relate to listed job qualifications and interest in the position
- Curriculum vitae / Resume
- Five professional references including name, address, phone number (mobile number if appropriate), and email address
Applications are accepted electronically ONLY at www.cu.edu/cu-careers. Questions should be directed to: David Ecker, DAVID.ECKER@CUANSCHUTZ.EDU
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Screening of Applications Begins:
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Immediately and continues until the position is filled. For best consideration, apply by August 8, 2024.
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Anticipated Pay Range:
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The starting salary range (or hiring range) for this position has been established as HIRING RANGE: Instructor: $5,000-$20,000 as 0.05-0.10 FTE salary support (up to the educational cap of 200,000). Sr. Instructor: $5,000-$20,000 as 0.05-0.10 FTE salary support (up to the educational cap of 200,000). Assistant Professor: $5,000-$20,000 as 0.05-0.10 FTE salary support (up to the educational cap of 200,000). Associate Professor: $5,000-$20,000 as 0.05-0.10 FTE salary support (up to the educational cap of 200,000). Professor: $5,000-$20,000 as 0.05-0.10 FTE salary support (up to the educational cap of 200,000). The above salary range (or hiring range) represents the University's good faith and reasonable estimate of the range of possible compensation at the time of posting. This position is not eligible for overtime compensation unless it is non-exempt.
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ADA Statement:
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The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at hr.adacoordinator@ucdenver.edu.
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Background Check Statement:
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The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.
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Vaccination Statement:
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CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.
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Application Materials Required
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Cover Letter, Resume/CV, List of References
Job Category
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Faculty
Primary Location
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Aurora
Department
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U0001 -- Anschutz Med Campus or Denver
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20038 - SOM-DEAN EO UME
Schedule
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Part-time
Posting Date
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Jul 25, 2024
Unposting Date
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Ongoing
Posting Contact Name
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David Ecker
Posting Contact Email
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DAVID.ECKER@CUANSCHUTZ.EDU
Position Number
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00825151
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