Job Description: 1. GENERAL POSITION INFORMATION Position Name: Teaching Assistant I Classification: Non-Exempt; Non-benefitted FTE: Up to 25 hours per week Compensation: $27 per hour Work Hours: Varies each term depending on instructional needs Supervisor: Associate Dean Location: On campus (8000 NE Tillamook St; Portland OR 97213) 2. POSITION SUMMARY Teaching assistants (TAs) in the doctor of chiropractic program (DCP) assist faculty in providing lab instruction and/or remediation in a variety of courses. Teaching assistants may also monitor and engage in open laboratory or review sessions. Subject areas may include, but are not limited to, biomechanics, palpation, adjustive technique, physical therapy, rehabilitation, history taking, communication skills, physical exam, orthopedic testing, case management, report of findings, taping/splinting, minor surgery, and report writing. 3. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES Observe, assist, demonstrate and offer constructive feedback to students in clinical skills development instructional lab sessions. Note: TAs must obtain an Oregon chiropractic license within six months of hire and cannot demonstrate chiropractic adjustments prior to licensure. (60%) Reinforce course content and instructions that are being taught by course instructor(s) and refrain from introducing outside concepts. (25%) Review course content on WebCampus prior to class or instruction to be adequately prepared for work duties. Participate in formative and summative evaluation of students’ clinical skills competencies as outlined by course instructor(s). As appropriate, perform simulations of various conditions which may include having students take histories and perform examination procedures on the teaching assistant. As appropriate, perform simulations of various conditions which may include having students take histories and perform examination procedures on the teaching assistant. Perform other duties as assigned by the lead instructor, department chair, dean and/or assistant dean. (15%) 4. UWS CORE VALUES AND ASSOCIATED COMPETENCIES The following Core Values are integral to working at UWS. All employees, regardless of their position within the university, are expected uphold the Core Values and demonstrate associated competencies. Best Practices: We maintain high standards by using and integrating evidence across multiple disciplines. Curiosity: We are innovative, open minded, and forward thinking. Inclusiveness: We are respectful, mindful, and welcoming of different ways of being, thinking, and doing. Professionalism: We are responsible, respectful, and accountable. Student-Focus: We work for the common good of students’ academic and professional success. Whole-Person Health: We promote physical, mental and emotional wellness in all facets of the UWS experience. 5. POSITION REQUIREMENTS Education & Training: Graduate of a CCE-accredited Doctor of Chiropractic program. Official transcripts required upon hire. Certifications & Licenses: Hold an active chiropractic license in good standing, or attainment of an Oregon chiropractic license within 6-months of hire. Experience: Minimum one-year clinical practice experience preferred. Related Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities: Demonstrated proficiency in the clinical skills associated with the instructional assignment. Other Qualifications" Have sufficient mobility to move among students engaged in various types of lab activities. Have sufficient visual acuity to accurately identify student psychomotor abilities. Have sufficient manual dexterity to operate adjusting tables and/or equipment as instructional activities demand. APPLICATION, SCREENING AND HIIRING PROCESS: Applicant screening is continuous, and the position will remain open until filled. Please submit a cover letter, a resume, and the names and contact information of three professional references. University of Western States conducts background checks for the finalist or finalists of staff and faculty positions. The type of background check will vary by position type. Upon hire, UWS requires a set of official transcripts for the highest degree currently held. This is for accreditation purposes and must be received within 30 calendar days from the effective date of employment. University of Western States is an equal opportunity employer. University of Western States offers a generous compensation and benefits package, as well as the opportunity to work for a leader in the field of education. To learn more about our competitive benefits and additional rewards, including generous paid time-off, medical and dental insurance coverage, life and disability insurance, retirement plan with employer contribution, multiple flexible spending accounts, tuition reimbursement, click the link below. https://www.uws.edu/about/employment/ University of Western States is an Equal Opportunity Employer. University of Western States (UWS) offers a world-class, integrated health care education and provides an evidence-informed approach to health and wellness. Our graduates deliver high-quality health care based on science, the professional’s skill and knowledge, and the preferences and experiences of the patient or client. The university is at the forefront of an emerging, whole-person philosophy of health care by offering a variety of health and wellness educational programs. As a leader in health sciences education since 1904, UWS provides integrated, evidence-informed curricula grounded in our dedication to current research and practices. The commitment spans all of our graduate and professional programs: chiropractic care; naturopathic medicine; human nutrition and functional medicine; sport and performance psychology; clinical mental health counseling; and sports medicine. University of Western States is an affiliate of nonprofit The Community Solution, which features a network of fellow nonprofit institutions, each backed by a model of education that prepares socially responsible professionals in applied fields such as education, psychology, and law. Other The Community Solution affiliates include The Chicago School, Pacific Oaks College, The Colleges of Law, Saybrook University, Pacific Oaks Children’s School, and Kansas Health Science University.

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