Program Director, Physician Assistant Studies

College of Saint Mary • Omaha, NE

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About The Position

The Program Director, PAS has oversight of curriculum, planning, development, assessment, and accreditation of the PAS program. This position is responsible for serving as an advocate of the program and implementing decisions to support the goals and mission of the program and university. Reporting to the Assistant Dean for Graduate Health and Professional Studies, this is a full-time, 12-month, faculty role (open-rank) with administrative responsibilities.

Requirements

• Graduate of an accredited PA program, with two or more years of clinical experience.
• Master's degree in appropriate field, doctoral degree preferred.
• Three or more years of full-time higher education experience.
• Current license as a Physician Assistant in the state of Nebraska or eligible for licensure.
• Current certification as a Physician Assistant by the NCCPA.
• Relevant leadership, fiscal management, and personnel supervision experience.

Nice To Haves

• Familiarity with PA education administration and accreditation.
• Desire to serve students from diverse backgrounds.
• Ability to work well within a team environment.

Responsibilities

• Provides general supervision for the PAS Medical Director, Principal Faculty, Instructional Faculty, and Administrative Support Staff to the PAS program, including providing recommendations for professional development, assisting with goal setting, responding to concerns, and recruitment and retention.
• Plans, organizes, implements, and evaluates the didactic and clinical phases of the program in collaboration with the faculty and staff of the PAS.
• Accountability for and oversight of the accreditation/compliance/assessment of the PAS program.
• Represents the college and the PAS program through various community and accreditation professional development and networking opportunities.
• Collaborates with Assistant Dean for Graduate Health and Professional Studies to develop and manage the program budget and advocate for needed resources.

Benefits

• Health insurance
• Paid time off
• Tuition remission programs
• 403(b) with employer match
• Employee wellness time

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Senior
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Master's degree