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Director of the Sensitive Patient Exam Commitment (SPEC) Program - College of Medicine

Overview

Date Posted:

4/24/2025

Location:

Erie

Address:

1858 West Grandview Boulevard

City:

Erie

State:

PA

Country:

United States of America

Category:

Education

Employment Status:

Per Diem

Description

JOB SUMMARY: The Director of the Sensitive Patient Exam Commitment (SPEC) Program facilitates student specialty exams. In addition, the Director oversees a diverse group of teaching instructors in order to contribute to LECOM’s standard of excellence.

CHARACTERISTIC JOB TASKS AND RESPONSIBILITIES : The following are a list of exercises that may be required as a member of the staff from time to time:

+ Teach the principles of a thorough and sensitive genital exam, both male and female;

+ Recruit, hire, train, directly oversee, and maintain a diverse group of teaching associates and instructors;

+ Develop the schedule for teaching associates/instructors;

+ Keep inventory of all needed supplies and order as needed;

+ Be responsible for the shared space for the program;

+ Develop questions for the 10-point pre-test quiz;

+ Teach the proper use of all instruments;

+ Maintain decorum of staff and students, showing by example “Respect for the Patient”;

+ Impart the humanistic ideals, in accordance with the osteopathic philosophy;

+ Transport refreshments to medical offices;

+ Assist the Director of Clinical Education in evaluating and administering student examinations including utilizing the Simulated Patient Program;

+ Assist the Director of History and Physical Examination in course evaluating and administering student examinations;

+ Uphold the mission of LECOM;

+ Contribute to the academic planning and development of LECOM’s curriculum by preparing course syllabi, course outlines, lecture materials, bibliographies and other materials;

+ Contribute to the academic planning of the SPEC Program;

+ Provide academic advice and support to LECOM’s students;

+ Serve on planning, governance and other LECOM committees as assigned;

+ Prepare written monthly reports documenting the foregoing activities in a form acceptable to the Senior Vice President and Dean of Academic Affairs;

+ Perform any other duties as assigned by LECOM including but not limited to participation in any new academic programs;

+ Be available to work extended hours and weekends on an as-needed basis;

+ Contribute directly to the Mission of LECOM embodying the essence of Osteopathic Principles and Practices by assisting with Institutional fundraising and participating in the LECOM Scholarship Auction;

+ Commit to being a representative of LECOM by being actively involved in the community, including, but not limited to, serving on Boards, participating in community fundraisers and overall outreach; and

+ Performs other related duties as assigned for the purpose of ensuring the efficient and effective functioning of the work unit.

EEO/AA/M/F/Vets/Disabled

Minimum Requirements

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, ABILITIES AND PERSONAL CHARACTERISTICS: Must possess required knowledge and be able to explain and demonstrate, with or without reasonable accommodations, that the essential functions of the job can be performed.

+ Knowledge and training in specialized patient exams;

+ Strong computer literacy with MS Office Suite (Word, PowerPoint, Excel…etc.) and accurate data entry skills;

+ Enthusiastic, good sense of humor, and a professional positive attitude;

+ Willingness to maintain an established work schedule;

+ Adherence to all local, state, federal laws and LECOM policies and procedures;

+ Ability to organize and prioritize work assignments and meet deadlines;

+ Knowledge of pertinent laws, policies/procedures and/or guidelines affecting areas of responsibility;

+ Ability to be self-reliant and follow instructions;

+ Sound decision-making capabilities and the ability to work independently and as directed by the Institutional Director or his/her designee;

+ Willingness to assume responsibility; initiate appropriate action; and maintain confidentiality;

+ Knowledge of and ability to maintain confidentiality of patient (HIPAA) and student privacy (FERPA);

+ Compliance with State and Federal Regulations and Safety Protocols (OSHA);

+ Ability to be trained and certified on the Institutional Data System;

+ Effective use of interpersonal and communications skills, including tact and diplomacy;

+ Effective use of organizational and planning skills, including attention to detail and follow-through;

+ Time management skills in assessing and prioritizing multiple tasks, projects, and demands;

+ Willingness to maintain confidentiality of work-related information and materials;

+ Establishing and maintaining effective working relationships;

+ Willingness to be flexible and accept other duties needed/assigned;

+ The ability to work cooperatively and collegially with others, consistent with a workplace of dignity and respect in compliance with EEO rules and regulations;

+ The ability to report to work as scheduled, ready to devote full attention and energy to the important work of LECOM; and

+ The ability to accept work directives from managers and supervisors in a respectful and cooperative manner.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS: Education and experience equivalent to: minimum of a Master’s degree with three to five (3-5) years’ experience in a related field required. Doctorate, R.N., or N.P. degree preferred. OB/GYN or family medicine background and experience with gynecologic and male genital examinations. Successful candidate must possess efficient and effective verbal and written communication skills, multi-task and problem solve to properly support and promote the mission of LECOM.