Chair of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (Physician #)

Company: Merritt Hawkins
Location: Lynchburg
Posted on: November 21, 2020

Job Description:

Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine opening in Lynchburg, Virginia. Job Description & Requirements
Chair of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine in Virginia
StartDate: ASAP

Liberty University College of Osteopathic Medicine, an exceptional faith-based institution, is seeking a physician board-certified in OMM for an academic leadership role serving as the chair of the Department of Osteopathic Principles and Practice/Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine. The incoming candidate will have an exciting opportunity to dedicate himself or herself to the academic environment and, utilizing an established and successful curriculum, continue to develop and build the department through mentorship of junior faculty and medical students.

We are seeking an individual who will contribute to an uplifting Christian environment, model and encourage spiritual maturity in students and faculty, and be available for counsel. This is an opportunity for a candidate to grow as a strong servant leader. The qualified candidate has the opportunity to provide service to the university community and students through serving on COM and department committees; providing leadership, mentorship, and expertise to students; and participating in community outreach events. He or she will also feel the excitement of being part of a large university with Division I sports, theatre, music, and events on a beautiful campus with a vibrant academic community life. Candidates of all academic experience levels are encouraged to apply.

Opportunity Highlights

• Provide oversight and direction for the education and instruction of medical students and other healthcare profession students while offering mentorship and motivation for learning, research, and scholarly activity in classroom environments, clinical settings, active learning groups, laboratory experiences, and research opportunities
• Unmatched quality of life and quality of practice
• Opportunity to teach in state-of-the-art OMM labs, deliver lectures and didactic teaching, and oversee the occasional third-year medical student rotation
• Large school endowment and strong support and vision from the dean's office at Liberty University to the College of Medicine
• Opportunity to work alongside well-known and highly respected faculty members who are dedicated to the program
• Ability to maintain clinical practice, if desired
• 5,300-square-foot OMM lab with more than 40 OMM tables-accommodates more than 80 students and doctors per session
• OMM residency approved for up to 12 residents
  Ideal Candidate
  • An exceptional leader with the desire to expand a regional OMM program of excellence
  • A department chair who is excited for the unique opportunity to align with the university's Christian mission
  • An individual who will contribute to an uplifting university environment while collaborating with faculty to equip students, residents, and fellows to serve patients locally and around the world
    The moment you step into the beautiful town of Lynchburg, you'll feel right at home. Our welcoming community offers genuine hospitality and a sense of belonging to residents and visitors alike, allowing you to experience an immediate sense of peace and comfort.
    • A town energy and excitement that resonates from Liberty's campus into all areas of the community
    • A charming downtown area filled with restaurants and live music and surrounded by the breathtaking James River and the scenic Blue Ridge Mountains
    • A perfect place to raise a family with an abundance of activities available, including hiking, biking, kayaking, fishing, camping, and skiing
    • Live in an historic mansion, a downtown loft, or a country estate all within minutes of Liberty University
      
      Job Benefits
      
      About the Company
      Merritt Hawkins, an AMN Healthcare company, is a permanent physician placement service that fills more physician jobs than any other firm. In addition to being the nation's leader in physician employment search and consulting services, Merritt Hawkins also recruits and places select allied health professionals. AMN Healthcare is an EEO/AA/Disability/Protected Veteran Employer. We encourage minority and female applicants to apply.
      
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