Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor GF9853

Oklahoma State University•Tulsa, OK

3d•Onsite

About The Position

This position is a Clinical Assistant/Associate Professor, non-tenure track. Principal Faculty support the Program Director in ensuring all aspects of the Program meet the Standards of Accreditation set forth by the ARC-PA. Principal faculty also ensure curriculum is consistent with current practice standards as it relates to the PA role in providing patient care and Oklahoma State University policies. The Director of Assessment is responsible for establishing a robust, systematic process for program self-assessment, continuous improvement, and accreditation readiness.

Requirements

Master's (degree must be conferred on or before agreed upon start date)
Clinical experience of two or more years working full-time as a physician assistant
NCCPA certification
Current State License preferably with current DEA, OBNDD license

Nice To Haves

Teaching experience, with an emphasis in PA education
ACLS, BLS, PALS certification
Knowledge and understanding of PA program organization and administration
Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills
Leadership skills demonstrated by participation in local, regional or national PA programs
Provide medical care within an OSU sponsored clinic
Dedicated to serving as a PA student preceptor

Responsibilities

Assists in aligning programmatic operations with accreditation standards
Participates in program evaluation and assessment activities
Assists in reviewing and revising the program’s mission, goals, and competencies
Evaluates student progress and performance at regular intervals
Assures the availability of remedial instruction
Provides academic counseling and advising to students
Provides classroom and laboratory instruction
Participates in student recruitment and the admission review and selection process
Advocates for the Program within the University, community clinical partners, as well as state and national organizations
Serves on committees, both internal and external to the institution, as approved by the program director
Establish and maintain benchmarks for student acquisition of program-defined competencies.
Design and administer benchmark examinations used for student promotion
Develop evaluation frameworks and timelines, coordinate data collection, and ensure data quality and timely reporting
Establish program performance benchmarks aligned with best practices and prior trends.
Guide faculty through evaluation methods, interpretation of results, and use of findings for improvement.
Act as Chair of the Assessment Committee
Set agendas, drive analysis and conclusions, ensure minutes and evidence are archived.
Deliver written summaries of committee findings and recommended actions; track adoption and follow-through.