Faculty: Director of Clinical Education- Physician Assistant Program
About The Position
The Director of Clinical Education (DCE) is a principal faculty member within the Physician Assistant (PA) Program at Concordia University Ann Arbor and reports to the Program Director. Supported by a collaborative team of other clinical faculty and administrative assistants, the DCE is responsible for the coordination, development, and oversight of clinical education experiences for PA students, ensuring compliance with ARC-PA Standards. A central aspect of this role is building and sustaining strong, collaborative relationships with clinical sites, preceptors, students, and faculty to foster a supportive and high-quality learning environment. This full-time, 12-month faculty position requires weekly campus attendance in Ann Arbor, Michigan with the possibility of some remote days each week and includes a full administrative release (20 credits annually) to support clinical education oversight. Consistent with our mission, all Concordia University faculty members are members of Christian congregations; membership in the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod (LCMS) is preferred.
Requirements
- Masters or Doctorate degree from an accredited Physician Assistant/Associate (PA), Nurse Practitioner (NP), or Medical (MD/DO) program.
- Current or prior board certification, with eligibility for employment in Michigan.
- Current and active PA/NP/MD/DO licensure
- Minimum of five (5) years of clinical experience as a PA, NP, MD, or DO.
- Strong oral and written communication and organizational skills.
- Effective teaching and clinical skills.
- Commitment to student development and program excellence.
- Supportive of the mission and values of Concordia University Wisconsin/Ann Arbor and the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS)
Nice To Haves
- Experience in higher education, clinical preceptorship, and/or PA program administration or leadership.
- Membership in the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod (LCMS) is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Identify, establish, and maintain clinical sites and preceptorships to provide diverse and high-quality learning opportunities for students.
- Visit clinical sites to evaluate student progress, ensure safety, and assess the quality of clinical experiences.
- Provide academic advising and support to clinical year students.
- Assess the credentials and teaching effectiveness of preceptors, offering feedback and guidance to enhance the educational experience.
- Participate in the design, implementation, and evaluation of the clinical curriculum, which includes designing end-of-rotation experiences that foster continued growth toward meeting program competencies.
- Administer and evaluate End of Rotation (EOR) exams and other assessments within clinical courses.
- Coordinate remedial instruction and support for students as necessary.
- Assist in PA program assessment in collaboration with program director and program faculty.
- Maintain accurate records in the clinical tracking software (Exxat), review and update rotation syllabi and the clinical year handbook, and collect necessary clinical data to ensure ongoing compliance with ARC-PA and HLC accreditation standards.
- Collaborate effectively with program staff and faculty, participate in committee service, faculty meetings, student selection and faculty hiring, and contribute to the ongoing self-study and improvement of the program.
- Promote Concordia University's mission and foster positive relationships among faculty, staff, students, preceptors, and the broader community.
- Perform service to the program, School of Health Professions and university, and conduct peer-reviewed scholarship, as outlined in the Concordia University Faculty handbook.
- Other duties as assigned.
Benefits
- Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
- Personal Spending Account, Flexible Spending Account, and/or Health Savings Account
- Disability and Survivor Plan
- Retirement Pension Plan
- Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan
- Basic Life and Supplemental Life Insurance
- Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage
- Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
- Tuition waiver benefits (available for employees and their qualified dependents)
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Principal
