Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine is seeking a dedicated part-time Certified Diabetes Educator. Responsible for providing sound diabetes care and education for this position will support patients in the Pediatric Endocrinology clinic and a variety of other patients and their support persons. In providing sound diabetes-related care, the CDCES assesses diabetes management needs; develops and implements diabetes care plans; evaluates and reports results appropriately; interprets, evaluates and utilizes pertinent and current research related to diabetes care; and coordinates activities according to department policies and procedures and the goals for the healthcare team. CDCES responsibilities include delivering comprehensive and seamless services that bridge the gap and integrate clinical and self-management aspects of diabetes care. The CDCES serves as an integral part of the interprofessional team and provides collaborative, comprehensive and person-centered care, as well as education conducive to behavior change and improved quality of life across the lifespan. The CDCES supports and advocates for the people affected by diabetes to optimize quality care. The CDECS promotes self-management to achieve individualized behavioral and treatment goals that reduce risks and optimize health outcomes.   This is a part-time 0.5 FTE position.  Only Registered Dietitian Certified Diabetes Educators to apply.

The Department of Family and Community Medicine (DFCM) at Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed) continues to lead change for health care in Michigan. The DFCM is seeking an additional, OB-optional faculty member for its 6-6-6 Family Medicine Residency in Battle Creek, MI. Launched in 2019 with tremendous community support, the Battle Creek program partners with both Bronson Battle Creek Hospital and Grace Health, a beautiful Federally Qualified Health Center (FQHC) that houses the residency’s outpatient practice. This program successfully graduated its first class in 2022 and remains one of the only residencies in the state to be completely based in an FQHC. Known as “Cereal City, USA”, Battle Creek is a vibrant, diverse, well-resourced area with numerous opportunities for collaboration, as the program develops rich learning experiences for trainees while also demonstrating its commitment to improving community health.   This program joins the established WMed Family Medicine Residency in Kalamazoo, both led by a new department chair emphasizing faculty development, education, seed grants, and supported by generous institutional CME and licensing provisions. The two programs work collaboratively to enhance the education of all students and residents, leveraging the unique talents and offerings of each group to strengthen the department. As a community supported residency with the backing of an academic university program we have the best of both worlds.  Our residents are trained to competently practice the full scope of family medicine, including outpatient, inpatient, newborn care and obstetrics to serve the community needs of their future practices. The program is open to supporting leading edge skills and innovation in its faculty.

Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine seeks an Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs to lead faculty initiatives at WMed.  The Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs serves as a resource for faculty, supports faculty career advancement, and manages all faculty related matters. The ideal candidate will provide strong leadership to advance faculty excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service; promote the medical school’s commitment to justice, equity, diversity, inclusion and belonging; and partner with the dean and other senior leaders to develop and oversee policies and procedures that involve faculty.     The office of Faculty Affairs interacts directly with the Department Chairs and Program Directors and collaborates with the Offices of Research, Clinical Affairs, Administration and Finance, Health Equity, Culture, Academic Affairs, and Institutional Advancement to support all WMed’s programs and initiatives. The Associate Dean for Faculty Affairs is a member of the Executive Team and Senior Leadership team, reporting directly to the Dean.   Applications are encouraged from individuals with a high level of personal and professional commitment, enthusiasm, integrity, and support of the medical school’s mission, vision, and values. Candidates identifying as underrepresented in medicine are encouraged to apply.

The department of Obstetrics and Gynecology at Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine is seeking a full-time specialist in general academic obstetrics and gynecology to support expanding clinical services and a newer residency program. Applicants at all levels of experience will be considered.

The Department of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine of Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed) seeks two physician faculty members to join its growing academic department. This faculty position includes full-time academic appointment as a core faculty member in the Department of Pediatric and Adolescent Medicine. Academic rank and salary are commensurate with experience.    The department has 114 faculty members with clinical and full time academic appointments in general pediatrics as well as pediatric subspecialties. The pediatric residency program has 30 pediatric residents, with an additional 16 medicine-pediatrics residents. The pediatric infectious disease faculty will work with the current group of infectious diseases faculty that includes one pediatric and adult infectious disease faculty and four adult infectious diseases faculty.

Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D School of Medicine is searching for a Physician Assistant. This position will be under physician supervision, provides consultative and follow up medical care to patients of varying type and acuity both hospitalized and outpatient.

The WMU Homer Stryker MD School of Medicine Department of Orthopaedic Surgery is seeking a board certified or board eligible Pediatric Orthopaedic Surgeon to join our experienced and collaborative team.

The Department of Psychiatry, Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine (WMed) seeks a board eligible or board-certified child and adolescent psychiatrist to join its growing academic department. The psychiatry residency program is a fully accredited program with 24 residents (6 per year with accreditation up to 8 per year). This is a newer medical school that is looking to expand and enhance psychiatric clinical services, research, and both medical student and resident training. There are significant clinical and research collaborations with community mental health care, the VA system, and collaborative care psychiatry arrangements with a number of WMed and community primary care, family medicine, and pediatric practice groups.

Western Michigan University Homer Stryker M.D. School of Medicine seeks an exceptional educator and investigator to join the faculty of the Department of Biomedical Informatics who will provide clinical informatics training to medical students, graduate students, and faculty. The faculty member will also conduct collaborative research and scholarly activities in biomedical informatics.