Program Director - Physician Assistant Program

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• Medical
• Dental
• Vision
• FSA/HSA
• Tuition Assistant Program
• Long/Short Term Disability
• Life Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• 401K Match
• Paid Time Off
• 12 Paid Holidays
• includes domestic partner coverage

The Program Director is a member of the faculty (rank commensurate with experience) who also holds a key administrative role overseeing all aspects of the Physician Assistant (PA) program. This individual is expected to provide effective and responsive leadership to ensure the program consistently meets student learning outcomes and the graduate competencies.

The Program Director is responsible for maintaining compliance with ARC-PA Accreditation Standards through continuous program assessment, critical analysis, and quality improvement. The role includes supervision and support of all program faculty and staff, including the Medical Director.

Key responsibilities include program organization and administration, fiscal oversight, and effective communication. The Program Director participates in classroom instruction, daily program operations, student support, and recruitment and retention of qualified instructors who align with the University's mission.

In partnership with the Campus Director, Dean of Academic Affairs and Operations, the Program Director share responsibility for the program’s fiscal health, including ongoing budget evaluation and communication of any unanticipated financial needs.

The Program Director must integrate the South University philosophy into all aspects of the role, delivering quality service, fostering employee growth and recognition, upholding sound economic practices and maintaining an environment that encourages innovation collaboration, and continuous improvement.

• Ensures compliance with all federal, and state regulations, accrediting body standards (including ARC-PA and SACSCOC), as well as institutional policies and procedures. Leads all accreditation-related activities for the program.
• Provides teaching and instructional support in the PA program to meet academic and professional standards, including:
  • Coordination and delivery of didactic coursework.
  • Teaching in areas of clinical and/or professional expertise.
  • Overseeing targeted academic support and remediation.
• Designs and delivers instruction in alignment with the South University model.
• Leads ongoing program evaluation and continuous quality improvement, including curriculum analysis and revision, and mission statement review.
• Ensures timely and accurate submission of internal and external reports (e.g., accreditation documentation, credentialing, course observations, and annual faculty/staff evaluations), programmatic fees, and university processes as necessary.
• Oversees faculty coordination by effectively managing…