Physician Assistant Program Director

Position Summary

Marietta College seeks a dynamic and experienced Physician Assistant (PA) Program Director to provide vision, leadership, and oversight for its Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies program. The Program Director ensures compliance with ARC-PA standards, fosters academic excellence, and promotes a culture of professionalism and collaboration.

• Provide strategic direction to maintain a high-quality, student-centered PA program aligned with Marietta College’s mission.

• Ensure ongoing compliance with ARC-PA standards and serve as the primary liaison to the accrediting body.
• Supervise the medical director, didactic and clinical directors, faculty, and program staff.
• Chair key program committees (Curriculum, Admissions, Accreditation, Progress & Conduct) to ensure effectiveness in policy implementation and student success.
• Manage program budget, fiscal resources, and strategic allocation.
• Lead faculty recruitment, onboarding, evaluation, mentoring, and professional development.
• Cultivate collaborative relationships with clinical partners, healthcare systems, and community stakeholders to secure clinical sites and preceptors.

• Oversee design, development, review, and revision of didactic and clinical curriculum.
• Maintain alignment with ARC-PA standards, program competencies, and NCCPA blueprints.
• Lead program assessment and continuous quality improvement initiatives, including the use of student, faculty, and clinical performance data.
• Support faculty in implementing evidence-based teaching methods and technology-enhanced instruction.

• Ensure ongoing compliance with accreditation and institutional requirements.
• Maintain program records, documentation, and reports for ARC-PA.
• Oversee publication of program information for prospective and current students.

• Promote a professional, ethical, and inclusive learning environment.
• Oversee advising, remediation, and academic progression policies.
• Facilitate orientation and career development activities.
• Participate in student recruitment, admissions, and interview processes.

• Teach within the curriculum as appropriate and model student-centered teaching practices.
• Maintain clinical competency and engage in scholarly and professional activities.

• Participate in college governance, professional organizations, and community outreach.
• Represent the PA program and Marietta College regionally and nationally.

• Graduate of an ARC-PA accredited PA program.
• Master’s degree or higher.
• Active NCCPA certification in good standing.
• Minimum three years of full-time higher education experience, with evidence of academic and administrative leadership.
• At least three years of clinical experience as a practicing PA.
• Experience with ARC-PA accreditation processes (self-study, site visits, reporting).
• Demonstrated experience in teaching, curriculum development, or educational leadership.

• Doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, DMSc, DHS, or equivalent).
• Prior experience as a Program Director, Associate Program Director, or Director of Clinical/Didactic Education.
• Proven success in faculty leadership, curriculum innovation, program development, and scholarly productivity.
• Experience in budget management and administrative operations in an academic setting.

• Primarily office/classroom work with occasional standing, walking, or teaching.
• Frequent use of computers and standard office equipment.
• Occasional lifting of materials up to 20 pounds.
• Travel may be required for professional development, accreditation, and clinical site engagement.

Marietta College is an equal opportunity educator and employer. The College does not discriminate based on age, race, color, gender orientation, national or ethnic origin, ancestry, religion, sex, pregnancy (including childbirth and lactation), disability, genetic information, veteran status, uniformed service member status, political affiliation, or any other legally protected status.