Psychiatry Clerkship Director; or Co-Director FTE

Join our team as the Psychiatry Clerkship Director (or Co-Director) and lead the academic, administrative, and clinical aspects of our Psychiatry core clerkship!

This role ensures all clinical learning experiences meet educational goals and COCA standards, overseeing curriculum implementation, faculty recruitment and retention, site development, and student assessment to deliver a high-quality education in behavioral health and psychiatric medicine.

• Provide leadership and coordination for the Psychiatry clerkship, aligning with institutional mission and accreditation standards.
• Collaborate with the Clerkship Coordinator and Clinical Affairs team to manage daily operations, scheduling, and compliance.
• Recruit and retain adjunct and core faculty and develop partnerships with behavioral health systems and psychiatric hospitals.
• Oversee curriculum delivery, integrate osteopathic principles, and monitor student performance data to drive continuous improvement.
• Mentor students, promote interest in psychiatry, and coordinate support for those needing academic or behavioral interventions.
• Supervise faculty and preceptors, conduct site visits, and facilitate faculty development.
• Participate in the Psychiatry Advisory Council, fostering collaboration and responding to feedback for ongoing enhancement of behavioral health education.

• DO/MD degree from an accredited institution.
• Board certified in Psychiatry (AOA or ABMS).
• Eligible for or currently holding an unrestricted medical license in the State of Utah.

• Minimum of three years of clinical experience in psychiatry or behavioral medicine.
• Demonstrated teaching experience with medical students or residents.
• Experience in curriculum development, faculty supervision, or site management preferred.

• Demonstrated leadership and communication skills.
• Strong ability to cultivate and maintain partnerships with hospitals, clinics, and behavioral health systems.
• Skilled in analyzing data, implementing improvements, and managing multiple priorities.
• Collaborative and adaptable in academic and clinical environments.
• Commitment to osteopathic principles, student success, and the advancement of mental health education.

• Appointment is for a renewable one-year term, reviewed annually by the Assistant Dean for Clinical Education. Evaluation will be based on teaching effectiveness, student performance, faculty and site development, and contributions to the College’s mission.

• Join a mission-driven institution committed to innovative education, clinical excellence, and scholarly growth, where you’ll help shape the next generation of physicians in a supportive, collaborative academic environment!

• Competitive pay commensurate with experience and education.

Noorda College of Osteopathic Medicine is an Equal Opportunity Employer and does not discriminate against individuals in any phase of the application or employment phase on the basis of race, religion, creed, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, age, ancestry, physical or mental disability, medical condition including medical characteristics, marital status, veteran status, economic status, genetic identification, political belief, or any other classification protected by applicable local, state or federal laws.

We encourage applications from candidates of all backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives. The College adheres to all relevant government statutes, and state and federal laws.