About Us - Values Overview

Department Summary

The Office of Health Professions provides specialized advising and support to students interested in pursuing various health careers.

Position Overview

Responsible for advising and providing professional development to students interested in health careers. Advises pre-health students on the courses required for entry into health professional schools, the timeline for applying to such programs, and the characteristics of a competitive application.

Minimum Qualifications

Bachelor's degree and four years of experience in student affairs, student services, counseling, or professional academic advising.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Strong presentation, problem solving, and conflict resolution skills. Advanced academic advising expertise. Ability to integrate and analyze information and develop reports. Ability to use a variety of complex computer applications. Ability to effectively manage projects and work teams. Ability to communicate effectively with populations verbally and in writing with internal and external groups in a variety of settings. Ability to develop and maintain effective working relationships. Considerable knowledge of University policies and procedures related to functional area (or ability to rapidly assimilate).

Preferred Qualifications

Experience with advising students interested in health professions. Experience with advising students on course selection and/or degree plans.

Required License/Registration/Certifications

Job Duties

• Advises students in person, or through e-mail and phone correspondence, on the requirements for health professional schools and the classes necessary for admission; this includes advising students on the transferability of courses, taken at or outside of the university. Advises students on how to develop strong applications to health professional schools. Uses provided advising technology and resources to ensure accurate and timely advisement. 
• Provides professional development for students, which includes conducting mock interviews and reviewing professional school application essays. 
• Oversees outreach and recruitment efforts for the team and serves as the administrative lead for certain programs and events. 
• Conducts seminars for current and incoming students. Assists with freshmen and transfer orientations by presenting information about health professions. Represents the Office of Health Professions at UNT recruiting events when necessary, which includes UNT’s Preview Day twice a year. 
• Writes letters of recommendation for students applying to professional schools, post baccalaureate programs, scholarships, and other various programs. 
• Assists with the Health Professions Advisory Committee (HPAC) process, specifically with collecting and managing candidates’ letters of recommendation; provides additional support when needed. 
• Assists in the production and dissemination of accurate information for students interested in the health professions. 
• Demonstrates an ability to be an effective team member by assisting colleagues when needed. 
• Collaborates and communicates with various parties, including on campus faculty and representatives at health professional schools and application services, to provide accurate information and opportunities to students. 

Physical Requirements

Communicating with others to exchange information.
Ascending or descending ladders, stairs, scaffolding, ramps, poles, and the like.
Lifting and Moving objects up to 50 pounds.
Moving about to accomplish tasks or moving from one worksite to another.
Repeating motions that may include the wrists, hands and/or fingers.
Sedentary work that primarily involves sitting/standing.

Environmental Hazards

No adverse environmental conditions expected.

Work Schedule

Monday-Friday, 8AM-5PM; Eligible for up to two work-from-home days per week after the initial training period

Driving University Vehicle

No

Security Sensitive

This is a Security Sensitive Position.

Special Instructions

Applicants must submit a minimum of two professional references as part of their application. If needed, additional references can be added after the application has been submitted. 

Benefits

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EEO Statement

The University of North Texas System is firmly committed to equal opportunity and does not permit –and takes actions to prevent – discrimination, harassment (including sexual violence, domestic violence, dating violence and stalking), and retaliation on the basis of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, disability, genetic information, or veteran status in its application, employment practices, and facilities; nor permits race, color, national origin, religion, age, disability, veteran status, or sex discrimination and harassment in its admissions processes, and educational programs and activities. UNT System Administration promptly investigates complaints of discrimination, harassment, and related retaliation and takes remedial action when appropriate. System Administration also takes actions to prevent retaliation against individuals who oppose any form of harassment or discriminatory practice, file a charge or report, or testify, assist, or participate in a related investigation or proceeding.