Director of Clinical Education, PA Studies

Overview

Director of Clinical Education, PA Studies. The Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies program faculty have primary responsibility for design and implementation of the educational curriculum, facilitation of all aspects of student learning and student advisement for achievement of educational goals. This principal faculty position has additional administrative duties that support the assessment of student learning and progress during the program’s clinical education phase.

The director of clinical education collaborates with the PA Studies program director, PA Studies faculty and the clinical year team to ensure the clinical year student learning outcomes are met. All positions are based on enrollment and subject to available funding.

Location: Hickory, North Carolina

The Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies program faculty have primary responsibility for design and implementation of the educational curriculum, facilitation of all aspects of student learning and student advisement for achievement of educational goals. This principal faculty position has additional administrative duties that support the assessment of student learning and progress during the program’s clinical education phase. The director of clinical education collaborates with the PA Studies program director, PA Studies faculty and the clinical year team to ensure the clinical year student learning outcomes are met.

All positions are based on enrollment and subject to available funding.

Lenoir-Rhyne University promotes a welcoming campus environment that is integral to the university's commitment to excellence in engagement and education. We are particularly interested in candidates who have demonstrated experience nurturing a welcoming community, working with faculty, staff, and/or students from all walks of life and/or incorporating varied perspectives and traditions in their current or previous positions.

Faculty:
Assistant Professor (or as determined by Provost of Academic Affairs); promotion per the Lenoir-Rhyne University Faculty Handbook with appointments and privileges comparable to other faculty with similar academic responsibilities in the institution. 12-month, Full time

School of Physician Assistant Studies, College of Health Sciences, Hickory, NC, in-person

The Lenoir-Rhyne University PA Studies program faculty report to the Program Director.

• A master’s degree in a medical science related field is required, with a minimum of 18 graduate semester hours in content relevant to physician assistant education. A master’s degree from an accredited physician assistant program is preferred.
• A minimum of two years of relevant academic experience or clinical practice experience is required.
• Candidates must be currently NCCPA certified or emeritus.
• Applicants must hold a valid PA license in the State of North Carolina or be eligible to obtain licensure.
• Teaching experience in PA education, either in the clinical setting or classroom is preferred.
• Strong organizational, problem-solving, and interpersonal communication skills.
• A record of professional, academic and administrative achievement is preferred.
• Active participation or leadership in local, regional, or national PA organizations is preferred.
• Experience with curriculum development, review and revision is preferred.
• Willingness and ability to travel throughout North Carolina and surrounding areas for clinical site development and visits is required.

• Support program by contributing to the development, review, and continual improvement of the program’s mission, goals, and competencies in alignment with accreditation standards and institutional priorities.
• Contribute to student instruction and evaluation as course coordinator, lecturer, laboratory instructor, and/or small group discussion facilitator in areas aligned with clinical experience and academic preparation; assist with remedial instruction as assigned.
• Support curriculum operations including planning, development, delivery, mapping, and continual improvement of program content.
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