Chiropractic Teaching Assistant, part-time

University of Western States • Portland, OR

344d • $27

About The Position

Teaching assistants (TAs) in the doctor of chiropractic program (DCP) assist faculty in providing lab instruction and/or remediation in a variety of courses. Teaching assistants may also monitor and engage in open laboratory or review sessions. Subject areas may include, but are not limited to, biomechanics, palpation, adjustive technique, physical therapy, rehabilitation, history taking, communication skills, physical exam, orthopedic testing, case management, report of findings, taping/splinting, minor surgery, and report writing.

Requirements

• Graduate of a CCE-accredited Doctor of Chiropractic program.
• Hold an active chiropractic license in good standing, or attainment of an Oregon chiropractic license within 6-months of hire.
• Minimum one-year clinical practice experience preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in the clinical skills associated with the instructional assignment.
• Have sufficient mobility to move among students engaged in various types of lab activities.
• Have sufficient visual acuity to accurately identify student psychomotor abilities.
• Have sufficient manual dexterity to operate adjusting tables and/or equipment as instructional activities demand.

Responsibilities

• Observe, assist, demonstrate and offer constructive feedback to students in clinical skills development instructional lab sessions.
• Reinforce course content and instructions that are being taught by course instructor(s) and refrain from introducing outside concepts.
• Review course content on WebCampus prior to class or instruction to be adequately prepared for work duties.
• Participate in formative and summative evaluation of students' clinical skills competencies as outlined by course instructor(s).
• Perform simulations of various conditions which may include having students take histories and perform examination procedures on the teaching assistant.
• Perform other duties as assigned by the lead instructor, department chair, dean and/or assistant dean.

Benefits

• Generous paid time-off
• Medical and dental insurance coverage
• Life and disability insurance
• Retirement plan with employer contribution
• Multiple flexible spending accounts
• Tuition reimbursement

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Bachelor's degree