Job Description:
The Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine at the Chicago School is hiring a Clinical Skills Educator to provide hands-on instruction to osteopathic medical students. T his role will provide hands-on instruction and oversight in physician skills and OMM experiential sessions .
Successful candidates will be a healthcare professional who contribute s directly to the development of students’ physical exam, clinical, and palpatory and/or manipulative skills in alignment with the osteopathic philosophy and IllinoisCOM curriculum objectives . This role will work in collaboration with Operations staff, clinica l faculty and Course Directors to facilitate small-group, hands-on laboratory sessions, reinforcing safe, effective, and evidence-informed clinical practice and/or osteopathic principles and practices within the Patient Centered Osteopathic Practice courses . Responsibilities include observing and instructing medical students during experiential sessions. A successful candidate may a lso lead a laboratory demonstration or instruction of clinical skills and/or Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine techniques depending on skillset and experience.
This is a part-time position requiring flexibility to work during the hours agreed upon for student instruction and assessment. The position is on-site at t he Chicago Campus .
The Chicago School educates the next generation of change-makers in innovative theory and culturally competent practice to strengthen the integrated health of individuals, organizations, and communities. We enroll over 6,000 students across 40+ academic programs culminating in a bachelor's, master's, or doctoral degree or a professional certificate, and our unique approach to impact-focused education has made us a leading nonprofit university for over 40 years.
The IllinoisCOM is anticipated to open for its first class of students in summer 2026 with a Mission to train exceptional physicians to leverage the interconnection of physical and mental health to provide compassionate, patient-centered care of the highest quality.
Instructional Tasks & Faculty Collaboration
Demonstrate, observe , and guide student performance of physical exam, clinical skills and osteopathic palpation, diagnosis, and manipulative techniques with emphasis on correct hand placement, patient positioning, and operator body mechanics.
Reinforce foundational concepts in osteopathic philosophy, anatomy, biomechanics, and clinical application.
Professionalism & Mentorship
Administrative and Logistical Support
DO or MD with appropriate training and skills OR healthcare professional (e.g., PA, NP, PT, RN, MA, etc.) with appropriate training and clinical experience .
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by people assigned to this classification. They are not to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified. All personnel may be required to perform duties outside of their normal responsibilities from time to time, as needed.
Compensation & Benefits
This opportunity is budgeted at $100 - $130 per 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.
https://www.thechicagoschool.edu/career-opportunities/
The Chicago School is an Equal Opportunity Employer.
Please note: For the protection of faculty, staff, students, and all who enter our facilities, The Chicago School strongly recommends that all employees are fully vaccinated for COVID-19 per CDC guidance.
