Clinical Skills Educator - IllinoisCOM

Clinical Skills Educator – Job Description

The Illinois College of Osteopathic Medicine at the Chicago School is hiring a Clinical Skills Educator to provide hands‑on instruction and oversight in physician skills and Osteopathic Manipulative Medicine (OMM) experiential sessions. The role requires facility with physical exam, clinical, and palpatory and/or manipulative skills in line with the osteopathic philosophy and IllinoisCOM curriculum objectives.

• Facilitate small‑group instruction during Clinical Skills and/or OMM laboratory sessions under the direction of the Course Director.
• Demonstrate, observe, and guide student performance of physical exam, clinical skills and osteopathic palpation, diagnosis, and manipulative techniques with emphasis on proper hand placement, patient positioning, and operator body mechanics.
• Provide individualized formative feedback to students to enhance psychomotor skill acquisition and professional growth.
• Reinforce foundational concepts in osteopathic philosophy, anatomy, biomechanics, and clinical application.
• Ensure all teaching activities uphold student, patient, and faculty safety standards.
• Collaborate with Course Directors and fellow faculty to maintain standardization and consistency in technique instruction and terminology across lab sections.
• Participate in faculty calibration or training sessions as scheduled.
• Provide feedback to operations and/or course leadership regarding lab flow, student engagement, and curricular improvement opportunities.
• Model professional behavior, ethical practice, and osteopathic identity in all interactions.
• Foster a respectful and inclusive learning environment that promotes curiosity, clinical reasoning, and collegial collaboration.
• Serve as a role model and mentor for students interested in pursuing OMM and integrative osteopathic practice.
• Assist with lab setup and cleanup as needed to ensure safe and efficient operation.
• Document attendance, professionalism, and performance issues during experiential sessions in accordance with departmental policy.
• Communicate any student safety or conduct concerns promptly to Operations, the Course Director, or Chair.

• DO or MD with appropriate training and skills, or a healthcare professional (e.g., PA, NP, PT, RN, MA) with appropriate training and clinical experience.
• Recent clinical experience; educators need not maintain current licensure/certification.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills; detail oriented; strong interpersonal skills.
• Computer literacy, including Microsoft Office and online resources for preparatory materials.
• Compliance with State and Federal regulations and safety protocols; OSHA and safety guidelines; protection of equipment.
• Ability to use interpersonal and communication skills with tact and diplomacy.
• Organizational and planning skills with attention to detail and follow‑through.
• Maintain confidentiality of work‑related information and materials.
• Work cooperatively and collegially with others, consistent with a workplace of dignity and respect and EEO rules and regulations.

• Knowledge of student and patient privacy (FERPA, HIPAA).
• At least 3 years of clinical practice and teaching experience.
• Experience training osteopathic medical students in a clinical setting.
• Instructed adult learners.
• Motivation to contribute to the OMM department’s growth.
• Commitment to collaborative, interprofessional education.

Paid at $100–$130 per hour base compensation, with potential additional factors that may impact total compensation. Benefits include generous paid time‑off, medical and dental insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, a retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts, and tuition reimbursement.

The Chicago School is an Equal Opportunity Employer. The Chicago School strongly recommends that all employees be fully vaccinated for COVID‑19 per CDC guidance.

The Chicago School educates the next generation of change‑makers in innovative theory and culturally competent practice. It enrolls over 6,000 students across 40+ academic programs, culminating in a bachelor’s, master’s, doctoral degree, or professional certificate. The IllinoisCOM, part of The Chicago School, is the university’s newest college, expected to welcome its first class in summer
2026.