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Form of workThe Anatomy Laboratory Teaching Assistant provides anatomical instruction to MBKU Optometry, Physician Assistant and Pharmacy programs. Working under the supervision of the principal faculty, the Anatomy Laboratory Teaching Assistant will assist in providing the highest quality anatomy instruction using state-of-the-art technology, the Anatomage Tables, a virtual cadaver technology.
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIESThis Anatomy Laboratory Teaching Assistant will take care of laboratory instruction and teaching of anatomy at the graduate level using the Anatomage Tables, models, and specimens. Duties include but are not limited to:
- Prepare laboratory exercises in conjunction with the course syllabus and lectures
- Organize the laboratory and maintain equipment functionality
- Schedule and coordinate lab usage
- Set up laboratory specimens, equipment, and the Anatomage Tables for scheduled laboratory sessions, practical exams, and school events
- Orient, instruct and train students and faculty to use the Anatomage Table
- Demonstrate the Anatomage Table, anatomical models, human or animal specimens during lab, school events, and other activities
- Create videos of anatomical models, Anatomage or specimens
- Assist in the development, organization and execution of Interprofessional Education anatomy course
- Arrange and conduct open lab hours, including after hours and on weekends
- Proctor laboratory practical exams and clean up afterwards
- Maintain regular software updates, cleaning and service of Anatomage and other laboratory equipment on a routine basis
- Assist with data analysis and processing
- Other duties may be assigned in accordance with curricular objectives and learning outcomes
To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
- Computer Skills
- Knowledge of anatomical and medical terminology
- Teaching in an academic laboratory setting
- Bachelor’s degree or equivalent from a four-year college in a life science field preferred.
- Applicant must have completed 2 semesters of Anatomy and/or Physiology or equivalent science courses
- Experience in human body dissection, teaching in an academic laboratory setting, knowledge of medical terminology or clinical anatomy, knowledge of learning management systems preferred.
About the Organization
MBKU is a private, non-profit, accredited educational institution, located in Fullerton, California. MBKU is a comprehensive health care university, built upon a legacy of over 110 years of academic excellence and clinical education. The founder of SCCO at MBKU, was a medical doctor, pharmacist, and passionate advocate for medical education. The mission of MBKU is to educate caring, inspired health care professionals who are prepared to deliver collaborative, patient-centric health care in an inter-professional environment.
Created as SCCO, and expanded to offer a range of inter-professional programs and health care initiatives, MBKU also has a School of Physician Assistant Studies and a College of Pharmacy. This is an exciting time for health care, for medical innovation and education, and for our community. We believe the future is bright, and look forward to advancing it together.
BENEFITSSee our website under Employment for more details regarding benefits of working for MBKU (www.ketchum.edu).
MBKU is an equal opportunity employer; requirements are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.
NON-DISCRIMINATION STATEMENTMBKU is committed to providing an environment in which all individuals are treated with respect and professionalism. In accordance with applicable federal and state laws, it is University policy to prevent the unlawful discrimination against students, applicants for admission, employees, applicants for employment and patients requesting treatment on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age or any other characteristic protected by applicable law. The University also prohibits sexual harassment and harassment on any of the above bases (please refer to the Title IX page for more information).
COVID-19 CONSIDERATIONSAll MBKU employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19. New employees must show proof of vaccination by the first day of work. Requests for reasonable accommodation due to medical or religious reasons will be considered on a case-by-case basis.
