College of Osteopathic Medicine Chairperson OMM Department

Overview

The Chairperson of the OMM department is a senior leadership position within the organization. This role works synergistically with the Associate Dean of Osteopathic Integration (ADOI) to create, manage, and deliver the osteopathic manipulative medicine four-year curriculum. The Chairperson of OMM collaborates with various stakeholders, including physicians, faculty members, program directors, residents, and administrative staff, to ensure a successful program for D’Youville University.

Your responsibilities include establishing and overseeing the undergraduate neuromusculoskeletal medicine including osteopathic principles and practice. This position is to address curriculum and ensuring all aspects of the program follow university requirements and are compliant with medical industry regulations, including the American Osteopathic Association.

• Work synergistically with the ADOI to design, implement, and continuously improve OMM and osteopathic principles and practice (OPP) throughout the four-year curriculum.
• Collaborate with faculty to develop innovative, interdisciplinary teaching strategies that enhance the delivery of OPP content.
• Support the assessment and evaluation of students’ clinical competencies in OPP through standardized exams and direct patient care experiences.
• Mentor faculty in integrating OPP into their teaching, clinical practice, and research.
• Promote dissemination of research findings through publications, presentations, and collaborations with external partners.
• Oversee budgets and resources allocated to the OMM Department, including faculty development and OPP lab resources.
• Ensure that students have access to resources that support their mastery of OMM and OPP, including simulation labs, OMT labs, and faculty expertise.
• Manage department and program resources effectively.
• Teach osteopathic medical students in lectures and labs.
• Assist in developing and possibly delivering material, where appropriate, with the Anatomy curricula, Physiology curricula, and the case-based discussion educational material.
• Develop and implement “Best Practice” resources. Oversee curriculum development and evaluation with faculty to ensure program quality and alignment with educational objectives.
• Provide leadership in faculty recruitment, retention, and professional development specific to OMM and OPP.
• Facilitate faculty workshops, seminars, and continuing education opportunities focused on enhancing osteopathic education.
• Encourage and support research initiatives that focus on osteopathic medicine, including OMM, OPP, and osteopathic manipulative treatment (OMT)
• Collaborate with faculty and students on scholarly projects that contribute to advancing osteopathic medicine.
• Serve as a member of the College’s leadership team, contributing to strategic planning and decision-making processes.
• Ensure compliance with accreditation standards related to osteopathic integration (e.g., COCA).
• Represent the College at regional and national osteopathic organizations and conferences.
• Engage with students through mentoring, advising, and promoting professional development in osteopathic medicine.
• Oversee student organizations and activities related to osteopathic medicine.
• Recruit and build synergistically with the ADOI the OMM department at D’Youville.
• Maintain the OMM Osteopathic Scholar program (academic fellowship)
• Provide leadership and support for faculty and staff involved in osteopathic medicine.
• Aid the ADOI to develop and maintain an Osteopathic Center of Excellence (OMM Clinic Program).

Education:

• D.O. with American Osteopathic Association (AOA) certification in Osteopathic Neuromusculoskeletal Medicine (ONMM) or its equivalent.

Experience:

• Significant experience in osteopathic medical education.

Skills & Abilities:

• Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills.
• Strong verbal and written communication skills
• Ability to work on various multidisciplinary teams.
• Proficiency in data analysis, performance metrics and quality improvement.
• Skills in organizing resources and establishing priorities.
• Ability to develop and maintain evaluation and development procedures.
• Knowledge and…