CHS Faculty Manual

CHS Faculty Manual

Downers Grove Campus

Last Updated: March 2015

Table of Contents

Links to Key Documents

Campus Map...... 4

About Midwestern University and the College of Health Sciences...... 5

Overview of Midwestern University...... 6

Organizational Chart...... 9

CHS programs...... 10

Accreditation

Mission and Vision

CHS Website...... 14

Acronyms...... 15

People/Departments to Know...... 16

Contact Info for Support Departments...... 17

Quick links to commonly accessed policies...... 18

Faculty...... 21

Faculty Responsibilities...... 22

Faculty Senate

Promotion in Rank and/or Tenure...... 24

Faculty Development Plan...... 25

Performance Evaluations...... 26

Scholarly Activity...... 27

Consulting Time...... 28

Enrollment Certification...... 29

E-Mail

Travel

Teaching Resources

Start Up Funds and Ordering Equipment

BlackBoard

Time Keeping...... 40

Welcome to Midwestern University

Hello and welcome to the College of Health Sciences at Midwestern University! We are pleased that you have joined our academic community! We have provided you with a list of important items and websites for you to review in your first few weeks in your new position. There are many things that will require your attention and we hope to make this transition as smooth as possible.

About Midwestern Universityand the College of Health Sciences

Overview of Midwestern University

Midwestern University is a health care university. It was founded in 1900 as the American College of Osteopathic Medicine and Surgery. The Downers Grove, Illinois, campus was purchased in 1986, and the Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine moved from its prior home in Hyde Park, Illinois, to this western suburb. Following the relocation of the College, the Board of Trustees voted to begin the development of new academic programs within the health sciences. The Chicago College of Pharmacy began in 1991 and the College of Health Sciences began in 1992. In 1993, the Board of Trustees unanimously approved a single educational mission for the institution, and Midwestern University emerged. The College of Dental Medicine-Illinois began in 2011.

CCOM:The Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine: 4-year program; 200 students per class; degree offered: Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.). The Dean is Dr. Karen J. Nichols

CCP:The Chicago College of Pharmacy:4-year program; 214 students per class; degree offered: Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.).The Dean is Dr. Nancy F. Fjortoft.

CDMI: The College of Dental Medicine: 4-year program; 125 students per class, degree offered: Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.M.D.). The Dean is Dr. Lex MacNeil.

CHS:The College of Health Sciences is one college with two Deans (Dr. Fred D. Romano, Dean, Downers Grove Campus; Dr. Jacquelyn M. Smith, Dean, Glendale Campus).

The Downers Grove campus houses 7 programs.The Dean is Dr. Fred D. Romano

Physical Therapy Program: 34-month program; 56 students per class, degree offered: Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.)
Biomedical Sciences Program:
Master of Biomedical Science: 21-24 month program; 29 students per class; degree offered: Master of Biomedical Sciences (M.B.S.)
Master of Arts in Biomedical Science: 9-month program; 70 students per class; degree offered: Master of Arts in Biomedical Science (M.A.)
Occupational Therapy Program: 27-month program; 50 students per class, degree offered: Master of Occupation Therapy (M.O.T.)
Physician Assistant Program: 27-month program; 86 students per class; degree offered: Master of Medical Science (M.M.S.) in Physician Assistant Studies
Clinical Psychology Program: 5-year program; 30 students per class, degree offered: Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.)
Doctor of Health Sciences Program: 2.5-4 year part-time program; 10 students per class, degree offered: Doctor of Health Science (D.H.S.)The DHS degree program is no longer accepting applications or enrolling new students into the program.
Speech-Language Pathology Program: 7-quarters program; 40 students per class; degree offered: Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (M.S.)

The Glendale, Arizona, campus was founded in 1995 when the Board of Trustees approved the purchase of land and the building of this new campus. The Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine began in 1995, the College of Health Sciences in 1996, the College of Pharmacy–Glendale in 1998, the College of Dental Medicine in 2006, and the Arizona College of Optometry in 2009.

AZCOM:The Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine: 4-year program; 250 students per class; degree offered: Doctor of Osteopathic Medicine (D.O.).The Dean is Dr. Lori Kemper.

CPG:The College of Pharmacy-Glendale: 3-year program (year-round);150 students per class; degree offered: Doctor of Pharmacy (Pharm.D.).The Dean is Dr. Mitchell Emerson.

CDMA: The College of Dental Medicine: 4-year program; 110 students per class; degree offered: Doctor of Dental Medicine (D.D.M.). The Dean is Dr. Brad Smith.

AZCOPT: The Arizona College of Optometry: 4-year program; 50 students per class; degree offered: Doctor of Optometry (O.D.). The Dean is Dr. Donald Jarnagin.

CVM: The College of Veterinary Medicine: 4-year program; 100 students per class; degree offered: Doctor of Veterinary Medicine (D.V.M.). The Dean is Dr. Brian Sidaway.

CHS:The College of Health Science in Glendale houses 9 programs.The Dean is Dr. Jacquelyn M. Smith.

Physical Therapy Program: 36-month program; 50 students per class, degree offered: Doctor of Physical Therapy (D.P.T.)
Biomedical Sciences Program:
Master of Biomedical Science: 21-24 month program; 15 students per class; degree offered: Master of Biomedical Sciences (M.B.S.)
Master of Arts in Biomedical Science: 9-month program; 75 students per class; degree offered: Master of Arts in Biomedical Science (M.A.)
Occupational Therapy Program: 27-month program; 28-32 students per class, degree offered: Master of Occupation Therapy (M.O.T.)
Physician Assistant Program: 27-month program; 90 students per class; degree offered: Master of Medical Science (M.M.S.) in Physician Assistant Studies
Clinical Psychology Program: 4-year program; 10-20 students per class, degree offered: Doctor of Psychology (Psy.D.)
Arizona School of Podiatric Medicine: 4-year program; 32 students per class; degree offered: Doctor of Podiatric Medicine (D.P.M.)
Nurse Anesthesia Program: 27-month program; 28 students per class; degree offered: Master of Science (M.S.) in Nurse Anesthesia
Cardiovascular Science Program: 21-month program; 25-30 students per class; degree offered: Master of Science (M.S.) in Cardiovascular Science
Speech-Language Pathology Program: 7-quarters program; 40 students per class; degree offered: Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology (M.S.)

Organizational Chart

CHS programs

Biomedical Sciences Program

Healthcare providers must continue to strive for better technologies and treatments, become better teachers of future generations of health care providers, and learn improved ways to practice and care for patients. The Biomedical Sciences program prepares students for professional study or employment in science and research.

Office Suite: Science Hall 203

Program Director: Michael J. Fay, Ph.D.

Administrative Staff: Kim Martinez, Karen Hart

Clinical Psychology Program

Clinical psychology is the application of psychology to mental distress in a health and social care context. Clinical Psychologists assess mental health problems; conduct and use scientific research to understand mental health problems; develop, provide and evaluate psychological care and interventions (psychotherapy). In America, they normally hold a Ph.D. or a Psy.D.graduate degree, and often have postgraduate work experience.

Office Suite: Alumni Hall North 350

Executive Program Director: Arthur Freeman, Ed.D., Sc.D., ABPP

Administrative Staff: Garry Treft, Fay Alvarado

Doctor of Health Science Degree Program

Midwestern University's Physical Therapy and Occupational Therapy Programs jointly offer a course of study leading to the Doctor of Health Science (DHS) degree. The goal of this part-time, inter-professional doctoral degree curriculum is to prepare licensed physical therapists, occupational therapists and other health professionals for advanced and specialized professional roles.The DHS degree program is no longer accepting applications or enrolling new students into the program.

Office Suite: Alumni Hall North 330

Associate Director: Susan Cahill, Ph.D., OTR/L

Occupational Therapy Program

Occupational therapy is skilled treatment that helps individuals achieve independence in all facets of their lives. It gives people the "skills for the job of living" necessary for independent and satisfying lives. Services typically include:

Customized treatment programs to improve one's ability to perform dailyactivities
Comprehensive home and job site evaluations with adaptation recommendations
Performance skills assessments and treatment
Adaptive equipment recommendations and usage training
Guidance to family members and caregivers

Occupational therapy practitioners are skilled professionals whose education includes the study of human growth and development with specific emphasis on the social, emotional, and physiological effects of illness and injury.

Office Suite: Alumni Hall North 330

Program Director: Kimberly A. Bryze, Ph.D., OTR/L

Administrative Staff: Sheila Williford, Linda Cesario

Physician Assistant Program

PAs are licensed to practice medicine with physician supervision. As part of their comprehensive responsibilities, PAs conduct physical exams, diagnose and treat illnesses, order and interpret tests, counsel on preventative health care, assist in surgery, and in most state, write prescriptions. PAs practice in Family Medicine, Internal Medicine, Pediatrics, Obstetrics and gynecology, Surgery, Cardiovascular surgery, Orthopedics, Emergency medicine.

Office Suite: Alumni Hall North 310

Program Director: Sandhya Noronha, MD

Administrative Staff: Michele Carbone, Sue Laurenzana

Physical Therapy

According to the American Physical Therapy Association, "Physical therapists are health care professionals who maintain, restore, and improve movement, activity, and health enabling individuals of all ages to have optimal functioning and quality of life, while ensuring patient safety and applying evidence to provide efficient and effective care. In addition, physical therapists are involved in promoting health, wellness, and fitness through risk factor identification and the implementation of services to reduce risk, slow the progression of or prevent functional decline and disability, and enhance participation in chosen life situations."

Office Suite: Alumni Hall North 340

Program Director: Donna J. Cech, PT, DHS, PCS

Administrative Staff: Cathy Pratscher, Kris Runyon, Jill Podolski

Speech-Language Pathology

The Speech-Language Pathology Program provides academic, research,and clinical experiences that culminate in the Master of Science (M.S.) in Speech-Language Pathology degree.The program of study spans seven quarters of study, with degree completiontargeted for21 months.Five quarters of didactic coursework are followed by two quarters of internship experiences. Students may elect to complete a master's thesis or an alternate research-based capstone.Graduates of the program will be prepared for entry-levelpositions as speech-language pathologistsin a variety ofeducational or healthcare settings.

Office Suite: Alumni Hall North 209

Program Director: Tina Veale, Ph.D., CCC-SLP

Administrative Staff: Dinah Kotthoff

Accreditation

Midwestern University is accredited byThe Higher Learning Commission, A Commission of the North Central Association of Colleges and Schools (HLC/NCA), 230 South LaSalle Street, Suite 7-500, Chicago, IL 60604-1413; 800/621-7440.

Individual programs have their own independent accrediting bodies as well.

Mission

Midwestern University

Midwestern University's historical and sustaining philosophy dedicates the institution and its resources to the highest standards of academic excellence to meet the educational needs of the healthcare community.

Vision

Midwestern University will provide a safe and healthy environment that challenges its faculty, staff, and students to:

Promote and maintain the osteopathic philosophy
Nourish intellectual creativity and foster the critical thinking and communication skills that stimulate personal growth and engender professional development
Support the teaching, scholarly activity, and service capabilities of the University
Respect, appreciate, and acknowledge the achievements of all members of the academic community
Embrace cultural and social diversity in the academic community and the community-at-large

College of Health Sciences

The College of Health Sciences is dedicated to excellence in the education of professionals who will meet the healthcare and service needs of the community. This mission is expressed in the education, scholarship, and service objectives of the programs of the College of Health Sciences.

Program

Individual programs have their own mission statements and/or vision statements.

CHS Website

The CHS Website provides information on CHS and its programs, as well as resources for faculty, staff, and students. Faculty and staff resources include frequently asked questions; policies, procedures and forms; a syllabi template; information on research and scholarship; and more. Students have access to information on international rotations, subsidized housing, as well as the Student Council. Links to other websites containing information on academic calendars, block schedules, and catalogs for both campuses are also available.

Acronyms

Acronym / Meaning
Colleges
AZCOM / Arizona College of Osteopathic Medicine
AZCOPT / Arizona College of Optometry
CCOM / Chicago College of Osteopathic Medicine
CCP / Chicago College of Pharmacy
CDMA / College of Dental Medicine - Arizona
CDMI / College of Dental Medicine - Illinois
CHS / College of Health Sciences
COPTI / College of Optometry (Fall 2016)
CPG / College of Pharmacy- Glendale
CVM / College of Veterinary Medicine
CHS Programs & Schools
AZPod / Arizona School of Podiatric Medicine
BMS / Biomedical Sciences
CP or Clin Psych / Clinical Psychology
CVSP or CVS / Cardiovascular Sciences
NA / Nurse Anesthesia
OT / Occupational Therapy
PA / Physician Assistant
PT / Physical Therapy
SLP / Speech-Language Pathology
Degrees Offered
DPM / Doctor of Podiatric Medicine
DPT / Doctor of Physical Therapy
MA / Master of Arts in Biomedical Science (1 year program)
MBS / Master of Biomedical Science (2 year program)
MMS / Master of Medical Science in Physician Assistant Studies
MS / Master of Science in Cardiovascular Sciences
MS / Master of ScienceinNurse Anesthesia
MS / Master of Science in Speech-Language Pathology
MOT / Master of Occupational Therapy
PsyD / Doctor of Psychology

People/Departments to Know

Name / Ext. / Description
Fred D. Romano, Ph.D. / 7435 / Dean of CHS – Downers Grove Campus
Angelique Hall, M.S.Ed. / 7436 / Assistant Dean of CHS, Downers Grove Campus
Sarah Wengel / 6388 / Administrative Coordinator, CHS Dean’s Office, Downers Grove Campus
Business Services -
Cindy DeMarie / 6354 / For help with expense reports, answer business office policy questions, etc.
Business Services A/P -
Carolyn Jenkins
Karen Fong / 3954
3877 / For help with check requests (*note that all check requests are processed in Business Services-Glendale)
Purchasing -Kathy Brodin / 6031 / For help with all purchasing questions
ITS Help Desk / 7361 / Information Technology Services help desk
Campus Facilities - Ceil Wilson / 6084 / For help with issues related to facilities/maintenance
Human Resources / 6119 / For assistance with HR related matters
Payroll –
Lisa Podbevsek
Debbie Dabaco / 7110
6246 / For assistance with payrollrelated matters
Copy Center / 6317 / Bulk copies and special copy requests
Security-Carlos Sanchez / 7402/7111 / Assistant Director of Security
Mail Room -Ted Paleczny / 6473 / FedEx or Certified Mail package supplies
Media Resources / 6176 / For all media related questions

Contact Info for Support Departments

Accreditation Support Services

The Office of Accreditation & Support Services plays a vital role in the self-study process. This office maintains and utilizes its resources to provide administrative support, evidentiary documentation, and advisement on final document preparation and eventual submission to all of the University's academic programs. The office reviews all documents for consistency, style, and accuracy prior to the President's final review and approval. In many cases, the office also integrates drafts, edits, and produces in its entirety the report submitted to the accrediting body.

Business Services
This site provides various forms and policies for anything having to do with expenses, accounts payable, payroll, purchasing, and travel. Looking for the Expense Policy? You’ll find it on this site. You’ll also find the Off-Campus Purchasing Approval Form, your allowance for meals and incidentals when traveling, and your travel budget for conferences.

Centralized Office of Experiential Education (COEE)
Visit the COEE site to find forms and policies regarding affiliation agreements, international rotations, and student compliance auditing. This site also provides training documents for the COEE Centralized Database, templates for affiliation agreements, and more.

Clinical Skills and Simulation Center (CSC)

The CSC provides services to the University in the area of healthcare simulation education and assists University colleges and programs in identifying opportunities forimplementation and integration of patient simulation technology into existing healthcare curricula.

Communications
The Office of Communications is a collaborative team of professionals with expertise in communications, graphic design, web development, printing and publications, media relations, and alumni relations. This office consists of four units – Marketing, Publications, Media Relations, and Special Events. On this site, you’ll find the Midwestern University Style Guide, which addresses some of the most common style questions you may have and is composed of a grammatical topics section and graphical topics section, and more.

You’ll find onlinecommunications-related forms (Community Group Event, Continuing Education Event, and Special Event) at

Copy Center
Submit projects to the Copy Center on this site. The Copy Center requires at least 48 hours to complete your project. Also, remember that it only costs $0.02 to have a job copied in the Copy Center versus $0.10 to print it on your departmental printer, so please use the services of the Copy Center as often as possible.

Development and Alumni Relations
The Office of Development & Alumni Relations serves to strengthen the bond between alumni and their respective colleges as well as invite, encourage and inspire the alumni to support their alma mater through charitable giving. In addition, this office provides the necessary support to help programs identify, cultivate and solicit gifts and sponsorships from outside organizations, corporations and foundations. You’ll find the Donation Request Approval Form and the Gifts in Kind Approval Form on this site.

Emergency Response Team (ERT)
Who are the ERT members on each campus? What is the University’s Emergency Response Plan? What should I do if there is a lockdown on campus? Find answers to those questions and more on this site.