Program Director - PA Program - Mercy College

Program Director

• PA Program
• Mercy College Bon Secours Mercy Health
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3 Toledo, OH Job Details Full-time 4 days ago Benefits Health savings account Disability insurance Health insurance Dental insurance Flexible spending account Tuition reimbursement Paid time off Parental leave Vision insurance 403(b) Life insurance Referral program Prescription drug insurance Qualifications Accreditation standards (regulatory compliance area) Master's degree University teaching experience Advanced practice provider Higher education teaching Cross-functional communication Physician Assistant License Stakeholder management Full Job Description Thank you for considering a career at Mercy College of Ohio!

Scheduled Weekly Hours:

40

Work Shift:

Days/Afternoons (United States of America) The PA Program Director has primary responsibility for the organization, administration, fiscal management, and strategic leadership of the Physician Assistant (PA) Program, including supervision of the Medical Director, principal faculty, instructional faculty, and program staff. The Program Director ensures effective communication and collaboration among internal and external stakeholders, while overseeing continuous programmatic review, outcomes assessment, and data-driven improvement of the curriculum. The Program Director ensures ongoing compliance with ARC-PA Standards and policies, including timely submission of accreditation reports and related documentation and maintenance of continuing accreditation status. Essential Job Duties Ensure the delivery of high-quality didactic education and supervised clinical practice experiences at all approved sites for students to meet program competencies, learning outcomes, and accreditation requirements for continuous programmatic review and analysis. Oversight of PA program assessment plan/adherence to ODHE, HLC and ARC-PA standards/criteria including required reports, site visits and other accreditation responsibilities. The Program Director ensures effective communication across all stakeholders, including faculty, staff, students, institutional administration, clinical affiliates, the PA Advisory Committee, and ARC-PA. Supervises the medical director, principal and instructional faculty in activities that directly relate to the PA Program. Work closely with the Dean of Health Sciences in the maintenance of the Physician Assistant Program as well as its continued strategic and operational activities. Collaborate with the Enrollment Management team to facilitate the admission process for the PA students utilizing the centralized application system (CASPA) including recruitment, marketing materials, website, catalog language, etc. Development, oversight, and stewardship of the program budget to ensure adequate resources are allocated to support the program's operations and responsibilities to its students. Teaching, scholarship, service, and other expectations, as outlined for a full-time program director/faculty member. This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, skills, duties, requirements, or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job related duties as required by their supervisor, subject to reasonable accommodation.

Employment Qualifications Required Minimum Education:

Graduate Degree (Masters)

Specialty/Major:

Physician Assistant Preferred Education:

Post Graduate Degree (Ph.D)

Specialty/Major:

Earned doctorate (PhD, EdD, DHSc, etc. relevant to PA Profession/Job position)

Licensure/Certification Required :

Good standing and current National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) certification and State of OH license or license eligible or emeritus NCCPA certification status.

Licensure/Certification Preferred :

PA licensure in the

State of Ohio Minimum Years and Type of Experience Required :

3-5 years as a Physician Assistant, 3-5 years as a PA program faculty member with successful administrative role within a Master of Physician Assistant Studies program. Experience with ARC-PA accreditation process; ability to teach and to manage an academic department; ability to communicate effectively with internal and external constituencies. This position requires that the incumbent qualify for rank at the Assistant Professor or above level.

Minimum Years and Type of Experience Preferred:

Knowledge of ODHE, HLC and higher education compliance policies. Record of health-related scholarly activity; strong project management experience; record of service to institution/community Mercy College of Ohio is an equal opportunity employer. As a Mercy College of Ohio associate, you're part of a Mission that matters. We support your well-being—personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs, every step of the way. What we offer Competitive pay, incentives, referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible) Medical, dental, vision, prescription coverage, HSA/FSA options, life insurance, mental health resources and discounts Paid time off, parental and FMLA leave, short

• and long-term disability, backup care for children and elders Tuition assistance, professional development and continuing education support Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws, as well as, the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a), 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly, all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, national origin, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, genetic information, or protected veteran status, and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If you'd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health

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