Jurisprudence and Ethics Adjunct Instructor at The Community Solution

Job Description:POSITION: Jurisprudence and Ethics Adjunct Instructor DEPARTMENT: Doctor of Chiropractic ProgramREPORTS TO: Dean DC ProgramSCHEDULE: Part-time; VariesCLASSIFICATION: Exempt; Non-benefitedCOMPENSATION: $925 per credit hourSUMMARY DESCRIPTION:This adjunct position will be assigned to a lecture position (face to face online or a combination of the two based on curricular needs and instructor qualifications). Instructional topics vary including but not limited to:Defining terminology commonly encountered in health care lawUsing terminology related to principles of ethics and professional boundaries applicable to chiropractic practiceIdentifying the types of courts and procedures unique to eachApplying principles of ethics and professional boundaries to chiropractic practice scenariosApplying the laws pertaining to chiropractic physicians duties under State lawUsing terminology related to health care laws and regulations applicable to chiropractic practiceDescribing mandatory reporting circumstances for licensed chiropractorsApplying concepts related to health care laws and regulations to chiropractic practice situationsDifferentiating the various types of malpractice actionsApplying concepts related to expected professional conduct in chiropractic practiceIdentifying various parties roles and responsibilities in malpractice actionsConsidering various ethical and legal risks associated with chiropractic practiceDescribing the types of business liability.Such instruction introduces and develops the knowledge skill critical thinking and professionalism necessary for graduating students to function as an evidence-informed doctor of chiropractic. The assigned work schedule to meet the needs of the program is to be agreed upon at hire and reviewed/updated annually.PRIMARY RESPONSIBILITIES:Primary duties will vary according to teaching responsibilities each term including but not limited to:Prepare and deliver lecture course using appropriate presentation methodologies and classroom aids.Utilize the universitys learning and assessment management systems to augment and support student learning in assigned teaching areas.Adhere to course-level student learning outcomesDevelop and implement valid and appropriate assessment strategies to demonstrate student learning of course outcomes goals and competencies.Create and/or compile course materials such as assigned textbooks notes online resources and/or bibliographies of specialized materials for reading and writing assignments.Stimulate class discussions and student participation in learning activities.Adhere to all federal HIPAA and FERPA requirements plus those standards established by UWS for protecting the security and privacy of patient health data and student records.Adhere to all state & federal OSHA regulations.Demonstrate appropriate ethical communication appearance and behavior attributes consistent with being a professional and a member of the faculty.QUALIFICATIONS (Knowledge skills and abilities needed to perform job):Ability to access read appraise and apply information relative to ones field of specialization.Ability to create instructional materials using original or innovative techniques or style.Ability to deliver effective presentations on controversial or complex topics to chiropractic students and/or post-graduate students.Ability to apply principles of logical or scientific thinking to a wide range of intellectual and practical problems.Ability to understand scientific data presented in many forms (e.g. mathematical formulas statistics illustrations graphs etc.).Ability to learn synthesize and/or apply the abstract and concrete principles in ones field of specialization.Ability to respond effectively to the most sensitive inquiries or complaints.PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:Have sufficient stamina to provide lecture with brief breaks over a 1 to 3-hour period.Have sufficient mobility to move among students engaged in various types of learning activities.Have sufficient manual dexterity to operate equipment as instructional activities demand.OTHER REQUIREMENTS (Education Training and Experience):Doctor of Chiropractic with private practice experience preferredExperience on a regulatory board preferred.Prior teaching experience preferred.APPLICATION SCREENING AND HIRING PROCESS:Screening of applicants will begin immediately and the position will remain open until filled. Please submit a letter of application and a curriculum vitae; You may attach your materials as Word or PDF documents. Official transcripts from prior institutions of higher learning must be received prior to offer being extended to the finalist.University of Western States conducts background checks for the finalist or finalists of staff and faculty positions. The type of background check will vary by position type.Compensation & BenefitsThis opportunity is budgeted at $925 per credit hour base compensation. Additional compensation factors may impact total compensation. To learn more about our competitive benefits and additional rewards including generous paid time-off medical and dental insurance coverage life and disability insurance retirement plan with employer contribution multiple flexible spending accounts tuition reimbursement click the link below. of Western States is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Key Skills Client Server,EAM,Environment,Exploration,ABAP,BPO Employment Type : Part-Time Experience: years Vacancy: 1