An opportunity has arisen at University of Sharjah (UoS) for position of Tutor Clinical to join the Nursing Department of their College of Health Sciences. UoS was established in 1997 with the aim and vision to contribute to the qualities shared by renowned universities around the world. The education and research programs they offer tend to be comprehensive and multi-disciplinary. UoS has 14 colleges ​and offers 122 programs across multiple academic disciplines. Courses are offered in a variety of fields ranging from Sharia and Law to Health Sciences, Medicine, Fine Arts and Design, Engineering and Communication. They also offer a wide range of degree programs at the diploma, BSc/BA, MSc/MA and Ph.D. levels​ as well as the Executive MBA (EMBA) program.

Job Purpose of A Tutor Clinical At UoS

To provide students with high quality tutoring, training and development opportunities, as well as manage and organize assessment activities, as per the UoS policies and procedures and quality standards.

Your Duties As A Tutor Clinical At UoS

• Ensure that clinical orientation occurs on the first day of the clinical experience.
• Conduct tutor sessions to clinical students whenever needed.
• Create learning opportunities and develop approaches that improves the clinical experience for students.
• Allocate a realistic clinical workload, which allows students to learn and practice their skills.
• Conduct clinical training sessions and ensure that students receive required instruction and/or supervision by the clinical site preceptors during the training hours at the clinical site.
• Manage and keep track of student attendance and other student progress records.
• Complete both formative and summative assessment data as per the clinical assessment requirements for each clinical course.
• Use the safety equipment and protective uniforms while carrying out duties as required.
• Maintain and update laboratory inventory lists and order laboratory equipment and consumables as per required specifications.
• Organize and participate in clinical assessments and examinations including OSCEs.
• Facilitate small group sessions e.g. Patient centered learning (PBL) to help improve student performance.
• Assist in organizing student’s field visits and training in various clinical and community health facilities.
• Report emergencies or any matters of concern immediately to the related personnel in order to take action.
• Ensure and reinforce the proper use and care of equipment and materials as per the UoS policies & quality standards.

Who Can Apply?

Qualification

• Minimum of bachelor’s degree in Nursing or a relevant discipline.

Experience

• 2-4 years of UAE experience in a similar role preferably in higher education institutions.

Nationality

• All nationalities (Priority for UAE National).

Skills Desired

• Excellent oral and written communication skills.
• Ability to prepare professional documents, in both Arabic and English.
• Fully aware of the clinical requirements, learning objectives and clinical protocols.
• Ability to use a range of delivery techniques to engage the interest and enthusiasm of students and inspire them to learn and improve their skills.
• Time management skills.
• Organization skills.
• Ability to organize and prioritize multiple tasks.
• High integrity and openness combined with a commitment to good governance.
• Inquisitive mind and passion for excellence.
• Flexibility and ability to function effectively as part of a team.
• Proficiency in MS office applications.

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