ADMISSIONS APPLICATION READER

Company: Alice L. Walton School of Medicine
Location: Bentonville
Posted on: September 28, 2024

Job Description:

Alice L. Walton School of Medicine (AWSOM) is seeking experienced, motivated, and dedicated leaders and educators to participate in the design and delivery of an innovative four-year medical school curriculum that engages medical students in active and novel learning. Required Documents to Apply: Detailed Resume of past experience and education Job Description: Admissions Application Reader Alice L. Walton School of Medicine (AWSOM) is seeking experienced, motivated, and dedicated leaders and educators to participate in the design and delivery of an innovative four-year medical school curriculum that engages medical students in active and novel learning. About The Position The Admissions Application Reader is part of a screening group that holistically reviews application materials and provides recommendations based on their review. Readers will review various application materials, carefully evaluate academic preparation, and assess an applicant's experiences using a screening template. The Admissions Application Readers are seasonal positions and may be either contract or temporary part time, used to review applications for approximately six months but could extend beyond that period based on the volume of applications and departmental needs. Readers are currently needed from October 2024 through March 2025. Applications reviews are conducted online, allowing flexible work hours. Work will be expected to be completed remotely. We are building a workplace and learning community in which inclusive excellence and whole health principles are inextricable parts of our culture and practices. All voices are heard and valued, and professional and personal growth are actively supported. Major Responsibilities/Essential Functions Specific to the Position:

• Carefully review and make evaluations on application files, averaging two per hour.
• Complete between 20-40 application reviews per week. Not to exceed 50 applications within a given week.
• Utilizing an online portal, read and evaluate qualifications of prospective students utilizing established standards and guidelines.
• Summarize screening observations with notes in an online portal and enter clear notes to support recommendations.
• Attend virtual training session, and regularly scheduled virtual meetings to stay abreast of overall application review process and establish continuity between application readers. Minimum Requirements
  • Bachelor's degree or equivalent training within the medical field
  • Strong time management skills
  • Strong reading/writing skills
  • Strong analytical and evaluation skills
  • Must exhibit excellent interpersonal skills in a diverse environment
  • Ability to demonstrate a professional and confidential approach to the review process
    • Computer literacy and access to the internet are required. Preferred Experience
      • Background in higher education, secondary school teaching, admissions, or healthcare profession.
      • Experience screening and evaluating higher education applications. Skills Expected of All AWSOM Team Members
        • Exemplary written, verbal, and other communication skills
        • Adaptable and flexible to the needs of the position and the school
        • Collaborative Skills: Build and maintain relationships internal and external to the organization
        • Creative and Open-Minded: Enjoy exploring and supporting innovation in teaching strategies, topic areas, professional growth opportunities, and more
        • Discerning: Ability to recognize and support innovation
        • Highly self-directed, and reliable and accountable
        • Strong commitment to self-care
        • Committed to Diversity and Inclusion: Ability to work effectively with a wide variety of stakeholders (e.g., co-workers, students, community members)
        • Ability to effectively mentor a diversity of individuals
        • Commitment to meet and maintain professional development requirements related to this role About Us! Founded in 2021 by philanthropist Alice Walton, the School of Medicine will offer a medical degree-granting program that builds on conventional medicine with an inclusive, compassionate, and whole health approach. The School of Medicine embraces self-care to empower students to care for their patients and themselves and helps them rise to the health challenges of the 21st century with a focus on mental, physical, social, and emotional health. The School will have an attached clinic for training in these concepts. Currently, the School of Medicine seeks to be a national medical school with the goal of welcoming its inaugural class in 2025, pending programmatic and institutional accreditation. Construction of the 154,000 square-foot building has begun with the goal of completing and welcoming the first class in Fall 2025, pending accreditation. AWSOM will be located east of Crystal Bridges Museum of American Art in Bentonville, Arkansas. What We Seek We are building a cadre of medical professionals trained in conventional medicine and in whole health, by reimagining medical education. We seek leaders and faculty who are excited by this endeavor. We are building a health care learning and delivery environment in which diversity is a strength and highly valued. Thus, we seek candidates who contribute to diversity in all its forms. Ideal candidates are committed to our goals of inclusive excellence, and to facilitating optimal health for all using a whole health approach. Faculty and staff members will contribute to the development and rollout of the ARCHES curriculum, which is built on evidence-based approaches to teaching and learning. It includes the following six core elements:
          • Art of Healing
          • Research, Entrepreneurship, and Innovation
          • Clinical Care
          • Health Systems Sciences
          • Embracing Whole Health
          • Science of Medicine All six areas of the curriculum will be interwoven throughout the four-year curriculum. How To Apply Applicants should submit the following materials:
            • Detailed Resume of past experience and education All offers of employment are contingent on your successful completion (where permitted by state law) of a confidentiality agreement and background check. In addition, you will need to provide proper identification verifying your eligibility to work in the United States on your first day of work. The Alice L. Walton School of Medicine is an equal opportunity employer committed to building and maintaining a culturally diverse workplace that is free of discrimination and harassment of any kind. We encourage women, minorities, individuals with disabilities, and veterans to apply. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, religion, color, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, veteran status, or any other status protected by the laws or regulations in the locations where we operate. #LI-Onsite

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