Program Director, Physician Assistant Studies

Program Director, Physician Assistant Studies Are you looking to join excellent faculty dedicated to teaching? The Program Director, PAS has oversight of curriculum, planning, development, assessment, and accreditation of the PAS program. This position is responsible for serving as an advocate of the program and implementing decisions to support the goals and mission of the program and university. Reporting to the Assistant Dean for Graduate Health and Professional Studies, this is a full- time, 12-month, faculty role (open-rank) with administrative responsibilities.

Our Ideal Candidate Is Someone Who:

• Is familiar with PA education administration and accreditation.
• Desires to serve students from diverse backgrounds.
• Works well within a team environment.

Our Ideal Candidate's Education and Experience:

• Graduate of an accredited PA program, with two or more years of clinical experience.
• Master's degree in appropriate field, doctoral degree preferred.
• Three or more years of full-time higher education experience
• Current license as a Physician Assistant in the state of Nebraska or eligible for licensure.
• Current certification as a Physician Assistant by the NCCPA.
• Relevant leadership, fiscal management, and personnel supervision experience.

This Position Is Responsible For:

• Provides general supervision for the PAS Medical Director, Principal Faculty, Instructional Faculty, and Administrative Support Staff to the PAS program, including providing recommendations for professional development, assisting with goal setting, responding to concerns, and recruitment and retention.
• Plans, organizes, implements, and evaluates the didactic and clinical phases of the program in collaboration with the faculty and staff of the PAS.
• Accountability for and oversight of the accreditation/compliance/assessment of the PAS program.
• Represents the college and the PAS program through various community and accreditation professional development and networking opportunities.
• Collaborates with Assistant Dean for Graduate Health and Professional Studies to develop and manage the program budget and advocate for needed resources.

Why You Want to Be on

This Team:

• You would be a part of a Mission-centered team, who work together to serve our community.
• You would enjoy full-time benefits including health insurance, paid time off, tuition remission programs, 403(b) with employer match, employee wellness time, and more!
• CSM is committed to supporting the work-life balance of its faculty and staff.

Application:

The College of Saint Mary is partnering with the consultants at Bechler Leadership for the PA Program Director search. Please direct all application materials and questions to them via Team@BechlerLeadership.com or by calling 765-661-2841. Review of applications will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. College of Saint Mary is a Catholic university providing access to education for women in an environment that calls forth potential and fosters leadership. The University is an equal employment opportunity employer and does not discriminate against employees or job applicants on the basis of race, religion, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, marital status or any other status or condition protected by applicable laws, except where a bona fide occupational qualification applies.