Case-Based Learning (CBL) Facilitator

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

The Orlando College of Osteopathic Medicine is seeking Case-Based Learning (CBL) Facilitators. This is a part time, independent contractor position requiring a minimum of 2 half days per week for 8-9 week half semester blocks. Candidates having earned a DO, MD or PhD in a biomedical science with preclinical education experience will be considered.

CBL is the cornerstone of the OCOM preclinical curriculum and consists of a clinical framework for the integration and application of the sciences that are foundational to understanding clinical problems. The primary purpose of CBL is not to diagnose and treat “paper patients”, but to apply learned and identified foundational science topics to explain all the underlying mechanisms of normal and pathological states found in clinical cases. The CBL format facilitates learning not only of factual information, but also of communication skills and group interactions. Learning how to learn is of great importance and is an investment in the future. The goals of CBL are most effectively reached when the group works together as a team in which each member actively contributes to the group’s understanding, actively listens to (and hears) other members’ contributions, and actively supports other members in the learning process. This form of learning enhances long-term memory through application, repetition and recall. As a result, students will become self-directed life-long learners that are adept at critical thinking skills.

All candidates are expected to become proficient facilitators. Training will be provided.

Please note that this is not a traditional teaching position. The curriculum features principles of self-directed and active learning modalities including spaced and spiraled learning. This is not a clinical position or related to third and fourth year clinical rotations.

FIrst and second year students participate in CBL twice a week. The position requires a commitment for 2 days per week minimum on Tuesday morning (8 am -12 pm) and Thursday Morning (8 am -12 pm) for OMS-I and/or Tuesday afternoon (1 pm -5 pm) and Friday morning (8 am -12 pm) for OMS-II for each semester of participation. Semesters are broken into approximately 9 consecutive week blocks. Each morning and afternoon has 2 sessions each. Training will be provided.

Current lab facilitators do not need to reapply and should contact Dr. Coty directly at [email protected].

Interested candidates are encouraged to explore https://ocom.org and review the current curricular approach at https://ocom.org/curriculum.

Faculty academic appointment is a separate application process which can be found on the OCOM Web site and mandatory part of the hiring process: https://ocom.org/facultyapp. Successful appointment is a requirement for the position.

Start date: Ongoing

RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serve as a facilitator in a case based curriculum and team based learning environment.
• Work as assigned by the Associate Dean for Preclinical Education, CBL thread lead and Preclinical Education Coordinator.

Time Allocation

• Independent contractor Lab Facilitators work half day and/or full day shifts based on needs of OCOM departments.
• Currently, CBL is held on Tuesday and Thursday mornings (8 am-12 PM) for the first year class and on Tuesday afternoon (1 - 5pm) and Friday morning (8 AM - 12 PM) for the second year class.
• The half day shifts will be assigned based on need and availability of Lab Facilitators.

Requirements

• DO, MD or PhD in a biomedical science
• Be able to work as an independent contractor (IRS Form 1099), candidate responsible for payroll taxes, position offers no benefits or reimbursement for expenses
• Available twice a week for half semester blocks.

KEY COMPETENCIES:

• Ability to work within a team and collaborate on educational projects.
• Ability to work independently or as part of a team.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Excellent interpersonal skills and professionalism.
• Excellent organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• Strong supervisory and leadership skills.
• Ability to adapt to the needs of the organization and employees.
• Proficient with Google Workspace, Apple products, and related software.

Requirements:

• Prolonged periods of standing or sitting at a desk and working on a computer.
• Must be able to lift 15 pounds at times.
• Must have own transportation (Transportation expenses are not reimbursed)
• Must have own equipment and laptop computer (Equipment expenses are not reimbursed).
• Must be available on days required by the department.
• Be able to teach in student facing lab courses for a half day or a full day.
• Must be authorized to work in the United States.
• Must be local to the Orlando, FL area.