Posting Number req24668
Department COM Phx Ugrd Medical Education
Department Website Link College of Medicine-Phoenix
Medical Sub-Speciality
Location Greater Phoenix Area
Address 475 N. 5th St, Phoenix, AZ 85004 USA
Position Highlights
The Center for Clinical Skills and Assessments is currently seeking a faculty Clinical Skills Evaluator for the Doctoring Program to teach and assess interviewing and physical exam skills to 1st and/or 2nd year UA medical students in a structured setting using standardized patients (SP). The Center is outfitted with video monitoring equipment in each of the 24 exam rooms. The space is equipped with LearningSpace, a web-based platform that records SP encounters and enables faculty to view them live and students to review them after the event, facilitating feedback and assessment. During each of the blocks, there is a concentration on a specific group of organ systems, except in the first block, when a cursory introduction to medical interviewing and the physical examination is presented. Therefore, the interview and physical exam elements emphasized are focused on those organ systems.
The first year Doctoring Course has been divided into blocks:
Block 1: Molecular Bases and Life and Disease (MBLD)
Block 2: Musculoskeletal Neurologic (MSNS 1)
Block 3: Neurological Sciences (NS 2)
Block 4 Cardiovascular Hematology (CV-Heme)
Block 5: Pulmonary Renal Acid Base (PRAB)
With the academic year beginning the 1st week in July and ending mid-May. Year 2 is compressed, beginning the 2nd week of July and ending mid-December. The second year Doctoring Course has been divided into blocks:
Block 1: GI, metabolism, Diabetes, Nutritional Science (GIMDN)
Block 2: Reproduction, Endocrine, Behavior through the life span (REBLS)
The class of 130 students has been divided into sections, with 1/3 attending on Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday afternoon from 12:45-5:45 pm, approximately every other week. Each of these groups is further divided into cohorts of three students each and assigned to a physician coach (Cohort Faculty). Assigned student-faculty pairings remain the same for the semester to ensure each student is monitored for adequate progress. Module Faculty members also assist in teaching Modules. Module Faculty are present at each session and are responsible for 6 students.
The successful candidate will fulfill the responsibilities of a faculty member in an appropriate department, actively participate in teaching, clinical service, and/or scholarly work, and must qualify for an appointment at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor.
The University of Arizona College of Medicine – Phoenix anchors the 28-acre Phoenix Biomedical Campus in the heart of the Valley of the Sun. The College inspires and trains individuals to become exemplary physicians, scientists, and leaders who are lifelong learners and inquisitive scholars. The Phoenix Biomedical Campus embodies the University’s priorities of engagement, partnership, innovation, and synergy in its world-class academic and research initiatives, with clinical facilities throughout Greater Phoenix.
This appointment is not eligible for tenure.
The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.
Duties & Responsibilities
Attend all assigned Clinical Skills & Assessment Sessions.
Teach interviewing and physical exam skills to 1st and/or 2nd year UA medical students in a structured setting using standardized patients (SP).
Prepare for each session by completing required reading and viewing of video of the portions of the physical exam that will be practiced at that particular session.
Direct student learning with a focus on proficient history taking using Patient-Centered Interviewing techniques. (including emotion seeking and emotion validation tools and motivational interview tools)
Demonstrate physical examinations with efficiency and score students accurately.
Develop documentation skills to promote concise, precise, valid entries into the medical record.
Proficiently navigate and utilize SharePoint website and LearningSpace application to access videos, view cases, and enter assessments and evaluations.
Demonstrate approach to critical thinking to enable the student to develop both broad and then focused differentials based on the standardized patient (SP) presentations.
Additional duties may be assigned.
Minimum Qualifications
MD or DO.
Board Certified at the time of appointment.
Licensed to practice medicine in Arizona at the time of appointment.
Dedicated to delivery of patient-centered medicine.
Individuals who are selected for employment and do NOT currently hold a faculty title with The University of Arizona College of Medicine-Phoenix, will be required to obtain faculty status. This will include obtaining letters of recommendation and review by the appropriate College review committee.
Able to commit to a designated afternoon either Tuesday, Wednesday, or Thursday when class is scheduled.
Preferred Qualifications
At least one year of technical experience working in a remote or virtual environment using video conferencing software, preferably Zoom.
Teaching experience in an academic environment at the undergraduate medical student level.
Primary care specialty.
Rank
Tenure Information
FLSA Non-Exempt
Full Time/Part Time Part Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week Varies
Job FTE .025-.08
Work Calendar Fiscal
Job Category Faculty
Benefits Eligible No Benefits
Rate of Pay $100. Per Hour
Compensation Type hourly rate
Type of criminal background check required: Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies 0
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates
Talent Acquisition, Office of Human Resources
[email protected]
Open Date 12/3/2025
Open Until Filled Yes
Documents Needed to Apply Curriculum Vitae (CV) and Cover Letter
Special Instructions to Applicant
Application: The online application should be completed in its entirety. Blank or missed information may be considered an incomplete submission.
Cover Letter: Should clearly indicate how your skills and professional employment experience meet the Minimum and the Preferred qualifications (if applicable).
If you currently hold a faculty appointment with the College of Medicine-Phoenix, please include the title in your letter. If you do NOT currently hold a faculty appointment, please include a statement indicating your interest in applying for a faculty title with The University of Arizona College of Medicine- Phoenix.
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