Assistant Program Director, Physician Assistant

Assistant Program Director, Physician Assistant

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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

This position offers a $10,000 signing bonus.

The Assistant Program Director shares responsibility with the Program Director for the oversight of all aspects of the Physician Assistant Program. This role requires effective leadership to ensure the program consistently achieves program and student learning outcomes and remains in compliance with ARC-PA Accreditation Standards.

Key responsibilities include classroom instruction, clinical site maintenance, day-to-day program operations, supporting student success and progression through the program, and ensuring that both classroom and supervised clinical program experiences (SCPEs) are staffed with instructors who align with the mission of the University. The Assistant Program Director also assists the Program Director and the Campus Dean of Academic Affairs with the fiscal well‑being of the program.

The Assistant Program Director holds a faculty appointment with the Physician Assistant Program (rank commensurate with experience). In fulfilling the duties of this role, the incumbent must uphold the philosophy of South University, which includes quality service to students, employee development and recognition, sound financial principles, and the cultivation of an environment that fosters innovation, positive engagement, and growth.

In the event of a Program Director vacancy, the Assistant Program Director assumes the role of interim Program Director.

• Selects, trains, develops, manages, and leads principal faculty (full‑time and adjunct) in accordance with University and campus policies under the guidance provided by the Campus Director/Dean of Academic Affairs & Operations and the Dean of the College of Health Professions.
• Collaborates with the Program Director to lead accreditation activities and ensure full compliance with federal, state, and accrediting body standards (ARC-PA), as well as all institutional policies and procedures.
• Oversees ongoing program evaluation and analysis, curriculum assessment and revision, and mission statement and program goals review.
• Coordinates faculty responsibilities by effectively managing course assignments and workload, demonstrating strong organizational leadership.
• Leads curriculum development for both the didactic and clinical phases, ensuring alignment with the program’s Student Learning Outcomes and PA competencies.
• Provides effective leadership and personnel management through responsive communication, proactive problem‑solving, and acting as a liaison with as needed.
• Oversees daily program operations, long‑term planning, and development, while collaborating with the campus leadership team and Program Director to ensure sound fiscal management.
• Supports university‑wide initiatives that promote student success in alignment with the institution’s five‑year strategic plan.
• Facilitates timely and accurate submission of required programmatic documentation and fees, including reports on…