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Position Information
Position Information
Posting Number S-2022 Position Number 99999 Type of Recruitment External Position Title GYNECOLOGICAL TEACHING ASSOCIATE (GTA) TEMPORARY (PART-TIME) Position Summary
In-house training for females to teach the sensitive exam, assess and provide feedback to learners about accurate pelvic, and/or breast examination techniques. The GTA uses their body to guide medical students and physician assistant students through the entire process of performing a thorough pelvic exam: a visual exam (checking for any lumps or bumps), a speculum exam, and a bi-manual exam. The GTAs coach students on their clinical skills and give hands on instruction, as well as comments on technique, language, and overall approach. The GTA also addresses the communication skills needed to provide a comfortable exam in a standardized manner, while using their body as a teaching tool in a supportive, non-threatening environment.
Required Qualifications
Must be healthy, both mentally and physically, to handle this work.
Must be professional and dependable.
Preferred Qualifications
Medical background.
Duties & Responsibilities Supervision Exercised
None.
Message to Applicants
You must submit an on-line application in order to be considered as an applicant for this position.
Cover letters may be addressed to the Hiring Committee.
Employee Group Temporary Staff Staff Pay Level 00 Pay Range $75/hour Division Academic Affairs Department College of Medicine Position Status Temporary Position End Date Employment Status Part-Time FTE 0.00 Position Type Other Weekly Work Schedule As needed Location Mount Pleasant, MI About the Department About CMU
Central Michigan University has a more than 125-year legacy of preparing students to become leaders and changemakers in their communities and in their personal and professional lives.
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Bovee University Center, suite 306
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Posting Ends Open Until Filled Yes
Supplemental Questions
Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).
Have your ever worked as a GTA before?
Yes
No
If you have worked as a GTA before, please explain your experience and identify where you were trained.
(Open Ended Question)
Do you have a medical background?
Yes
No
If you have a medical background, please explain your experience.
(Open Ended Question)
Do you fully understand that learners will be performing sensitive exams on your body with your guidance?
Yes
No
Please share any additional skills, knowledge, or experience you have that you think might be helpful to our program.
(Open Ended Question)
Optional & Required Documents
Required Documents
- Resume/Curriculum Vitae
- Cover Letter
Optional Documents