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Patient Services Representative Des Moines
Provide support to the physical therapy (PT) department in downtown Des Moines and West Des Moines locations and serves as the main point of contact for patients both in person and on the phone. The PSR communicates with patients in a warm, friendly manner to obtain information needed for scheduling and registering patients. The PSR ensures that all demographics and insurance information is collected and correctly entered into the Electronic Health Record (EHR). The PSR also collects copays, deductibles, coinsurance, and outstanding balances at the time of check-in.
Grants Administrator West Des Moines
At DMU, you'll have the opportunity to make a meaningful impact on the future of Medicine and Health Sciences. Under the general direction of the Executive Director of Research, the incumbent manages the full lifecycle of grants, and sponsored program administration including identification of funding sources, grant and contract proposal assistance, grant writing assistance, development and review, proposal submission, grant and contract negotiation, sub-award issuance, and post-award administration (both financial and non-financial) related to funding provided in the form of gifts, grants, cooperative agreements, and contracts from external funding sources (e.g., federal agencies, state agencies, private companies, or foundations) that provide support for research, teaching, and learning, and service mission of the university. Keeping faculty and appropriate staff apprised of the status of grants, current contract or grant policies, regulations, and guidelines made by granting agencies and campus offices; acting as the liaison between principal investigators (PIs) and granting agencies, University offices, etc.; and meeting with faculty and staff to identify research interests and to develop funding strategies and plans. In collaboration with research leadership, supports identified goals for future organizational performance implements assigned tasks, and uses resources needed to attain them, ensuring compliance with university and sponsor guidelines. The position supports the Executive Director of Research in the management of grant programs and partnerships. The responsibilities of the Grants Manager may change based on revisions to the research vision and research direction of the University.
Academic Assistant West Des Moines
Responsible for providing clerical and administrative support for the College of Osteopathic Medicine (COM) courses, labs and Academic Clinical and Basic Science department faculty.
Business Support Specialist West Des Moines
This position will work independently in support of the business and finance operations and functions reporting to the CFO. The Business Support Specialist (BSS) responsibilities include project management and coordination, as well as responsibilities related to business and finance, facilities management, dining services and campus store operations. The position will also provide administrative support to the Business and Finance department and serve as the administrator for the Finance Committee of the Board of Trustees. The BSS will collaborate with other Executive Leadership Team (ELT) offices and will represent the CFO and DMU in communication with external parties requiring excellent communication and organization skills. The position will back up the Contracts and Insurance Administrator. The BSS will operate strategically to advance DMU’s mission and the CFO’s initiatives, so active communication is required for success. The work is varied and performed independently requiring a proactive approach and utilizes extensive experience and understanding of operations, policies, and procedures to interpret and resolve complex issues.
CHS Clinical Adjunct Faculty - Instructor West Des Moines
Faculty member will teach courses and / or labs in the OTD program curricula.
Regional Simulation Center Coordinator Des Moines
Responsible for simulation scheduling and administrative support functions of the Regional Simulation Center. Works with all members of the Simulation Center to ensure essential administrative duties are performed allowing efficient operation of the Simulation Center.
Patient Services Representative (.5) West Des Moines
Provide support to the Des Moines University Physical Therapy Clinic and Sports Performance Center by scheduling appointments and classes, coordinate patient records, communicate with the physicians’ offices and perform clerical work and minor administrative duties.
Maintenance Technician I West Des Moines
Performs a broad range of semi-skilled tasks and maintenance duties in the building maintenance field. Including, but not limited to, plumbing, drywall, floor care, carpentry, appliance repair, and painting. Assist in emergency services in addition to routine work as directed. Also includes moving furniture, assisting with room setups, grounds, snow removal, and performing other duties to maintain operations.
Clinical Skills Simulation Specialist (Paramedic, RN, RT, or similar) West Des Moines
The Clinical Skills Simulation Specialist will work with the Simulation Center Director, - Simulation Manager, and Surgical Skills Lab Coordinator to prepare for courses held for all DMU students, within the Skills Lab and facilitate scheduled simulations. The Clinical Coordinator will work with various faculty stakeholders from DMU to prepare for sessions, set up task trainers, conduct training, prepare, and conduct scenarios, facilitate debriefing sessions and arrange faculty coverage when appropriate.
Wellness Specialist West Des Moines
The Wellness Specialist is responsible for helping with the development, maintenance and growth of an integrated Wellness Center and wellness programs at Des Moines University (DMU) Serving the 8025 & 3200 Grand locations for the promotion and maintenance of healthy lifestyles among students, faculty, and employees, as well as the external community. The Wellness Specialist will be responsible for assisting with the design, implementation, program maintenance/data management and evaluation of all wellness programs, offered both internally to DMU stakeholders and externally to the community. The Wellness Specialist will be the lead nutritional coordinator and student wellness representative for the DMU wellness program. Demonstrate commitment to a healthy lifestyle and serve as role model for wellness related issues.
Anatomy Faculty West Des Moines
Participate in college or university courses for students, seek extramurally funded independent research and participate in academic governance responsibilities as elected by the faculty or to which appointed.
Computational Fellow West Des Moines
We seek a highly motivated and experienced individual for the position of Computational Fellow with a focus on data science, bioinformatics, and data analytics. The successful candidate will lead innovative research projects, contribute to shared resources, mentor students, secure funded grants, and publish scholarly articles in peer-reviewed journals.
Assistant Professor Physician Assistant West Des Moines
Work collaboratively with the Program Director, program faculty and staff, and other university departments to create and maintain an exceptional educational program for physician assistant (PA) students. All faculty positions include teaching, scholarly activity, and service responsibilities, and may or may not include administrative duties or clinical practice opportunities.
Faculty Public Health Short Contract Des Moines
Teaches courses and / or advises students in the MPH and/or MHA program curricula.

Des Moines University is an equal opportunity employer. We evaluate qualified applicants without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, creed, religion, age, disability, sex, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, pregnancy, veteran status, genetic information and other characteristics protected by law (“protected class”). The EEO is the Law poster is available here. Applications by members of all underrepresented groups are encouraged to apply.

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Nonexempt employees applying for permanent positions please review the Union Contract, Article XVIII (18) Seniority, Section 5: Work Force Change

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