Central Midwest HERC

At DMU you will make a meaningful contribution to the dynamic future of Medicine and Health Sciences. Des Moines University is seeking a faculty member in the Department of Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM) who will participate in clinical patient care, teaching, scholarly, and service activities.

Des Moines University Clinic is a multispecialty medical clinic of Des Moines University Medicine and Health Sciences, located in the heart of Des Moines with a secondary location in West Des Moines. Our clinicians are more than providers; they are researchers, mentors and teachers training tomorrow’s health care professionals.

At DMU Clinic, we provide exceptional health care services and are shaping the future of medicine. We emphasize collaboration, professional growth and a commitment to patient-centered care.

What you’ll do:

• Patient care primarily but not limited to OMM.
• Serving as a preceptor for third and fourth year Des Moines University students.
• Completing evaluations of students' clinical skill and knowledge.
• Serving as a preceptor for OMM Undergraduate Fellows.
• Teaching/supervising OMM didactics, lectures & labs at the direction of the department chair.
• Performing student service activities such as;
• Serving as a student advisor (advising students on academic requirements and postgraduate education).
• Acting as an advisor to student organizations.
• Assisting with review and grading of third and fourth year DMU SOAP notes.
• Serving on faculty committees, professional committees, governmental agencies, and community organizations in service to the COM, University, community the profession, and for personal, professional growth.

What we’re looking for:

• Have earned a Doctor of Osteopathy or Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine degree from an AOA-accredited college of osteopathic medicine.
• Hold board eligible status or board certification in OMM/NMM or be board eligible or board certification in another specialty field and possess significant experience in OMM (e.g. completion of an undergraduate OMM fellowship, 0.5 cumulative FTE of teaching in another OMM department).
• Possess an unblemished professional record for clinical skills/practice and ethical conduct.
• Be a member in good standing in all appropriate professional and governmental organizations.
• Possess license to practice in the State of Iowa, or be eligible to gain license to practice in the State of Iowa.
• Have valid state and federal narcotics license or be eligible to gain these licenses.
• Meet the eligibility requirements for malpractice coverage by the University malpractice insurance carrier.

*To see the full job description go to Position Description at the bottom of this posting.

What you will gain:

Our employees are what make DMU special, so we treat them well!  Our Total Rewards reflect this commitment. Qualified faculty and staff enjoy a generous employer contribution towards the medical plan, 10% retirement match, flexible work arrangements, community service time, tuition assistance, professional development funding, and access to wellness facilities with programs that promote a well-balanced lifestyle. Visit www.dmu.edu/employment to learn more about our benefits. 

DMU is proud to offer employees generous benefits and perks, paid time off, free use of wellness facilities, and a host of employee engagement and recognition programs throughout the year.

About:

Founded in 1898, Des Moines University is a premier medical and health sciences institution comprising three colleges– College of Osteopathic Medicine, College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, and College of Health Sciences – offering ten graduate degree programs.

Our mission is to improve lives in our global community by educating diverse groups of highly competent and compassionate health professionals.

It is an exciting time to join DMU. In 2023, we relocated our primary academic and operational offices to a new 88-acre campus in West Des Moines, Iowa, while maintaining an active clinic on our former campus. This state-of-the-art campus includes technology-rich, flexible education spaces that support innovative teaching methods and connect faculty and students across all of our programs. Our new research facilities include a vibrant and spacious open laboratory, designed to foster collaboration and innovation.

DMU enhances our community’s quality of life by educating outstanding health professionals and leaders; providing expert, compassionate patient care; serving the community in diverse ways; and stimulating the central Iowa community.

At DMU you will make a meaningful contribution to the dynamic future of Medicine and Health Sciences by supporting a diverse community of faculty and staff with programs and services across the employee lifecycle.

Required Documents:

Resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references required at time of online submission. Apply at www.dmu.edu/employment.

Department: Osteopathic Clinical Medicine

Status:  Exempt

Anticipated Start Date: 01/02/2025 or 02/01/2025

About Des Moines University

Founded in 1898 in Iowa’s capital city, Des Moines University is a postgraduate medical university comprised of three colleges – College of Osteopathic Medicine, College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery and College of Health Sciences – that offer nine graduate degree programs. Des Moines University combines the top advantages in medical education available today: an expert faculty, a rigorous and relevant curriculum, state-of-the-art facilities, a dynamic and diverse research environment, and a supportive, inclusive community of students and faculty active in learning and service. By consistently producing outstanding graduates who excel in their careers, DMU maintains one of the strongest reputations in the sphere of American medical education.

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