University of New Mexico Looking for Anesthesiology Temporary Part-time Instructor – Medical Terminology (req29049) Full Time

Posting Number
req29049

Employment Type: Faculty

Faculty Type
Adjunct

Hiring Department
Anesthesiology Faculty (772B)

Academic Location
School of Medicine

Benefits Eligible
Adjunct faculty may be eligible to receive certain UNM benefits in some cases. See the Benefits home page for more information.

Position Summary

The
Department of Anesthesiology & Critical Care Medicine at The University of
New Mexico (UNM) School of Medicine in Albuquerque is seeking an Instructor for
Medical Terminology.  This will be a
recruitment for Fall 2024 semester.

The
Medical Terminology course is an online asynchronous course that will teach
students to understand medical terminology as it pertains to each body system,
including an overview of how the different organ systems function, information
about various medical disorders, and information about diagnostic and treatment
procedures. Utilizing graphics and study tips, students will not only learn
definitions and root terms, but also their application in the medical world.  Students will be provided with fun and unusual
facts to help remember the medical terminology in unique ways.  There will be opportunities to see how medical
terminology is used in the real world through case study assignments.  The knowledge from this course will prepare
students for a career as an anesthesiologist assistant through providing a
framework to the medical terminology that is used daily.  Successful applicants will support the mission
of The University of New Mexico, Department of Anesthesiology and Critical Care
Medicine, and the Master of Science in Anesthesia program by:

• Teaching
  the asynchronous Master’s level lectures for ANES 501 Medical Terminology
• Learn
  and apply emerging technologies and a variety of instructional strategies
  appropriate to the needs of the student population and the standards of the discipline.
• Developing
  clear syllabi and effective course materials.
• Evaluating
  student mastery of skills and competencies required by course learning
  outcomes.
• Participating
  in discipline, department, and school meetings and activities.
• Establishing
  and maintaining positive working relationships with students, faculty, and
  staff of diverse ethnic, cultural, and socioeconomic backgrounds.
• Teaching
  scheduled in-person and/or virtual classes during weekday hours. Maintain
  formal office hours.

The University of New Mexico is committed to providing an
educational, living, and working environment that is welcoming, respectful, and
inclusive of all members of the university community.

The
City of Albuquerque is rich in history and offers skiing, mountain biking,
hiking, and much more.  Albuquerque is
the host city for the annual International Balloon Fiesta and typically enjoys
340 days of sunshine as well as four distinct seasons.

Qualifications

Minimum qualifications:

• Master’s degree or higher from an accredited academic institution in relevant degree discipline.
• Medical professional degree (MD, DVM, DO or another pertinent post-baccalaureate degree will also be considered).
• One year of experience teaching at the college level.

Preferred qualifications:

• A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities.

Application Instructions

Only applications submitted through
the official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this job
advertisement on a 3rd party site, please
visit UNMJobs to submit an application.

Applicants should upload CV.  Please direct questions about the position to Cassie Langhals, [email protected]

For Best Consideration
For best consideration, please apply by 4/27/2024. This position will remain open until filled.

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