Bryant University · 12 hours ago
Clinical Assistant Professor/Associate Program Director
Smithfield, RI
Full-time
Onsite
Senior Level
5+ years expBryant University is seeking an Associate Program Director for their Physician Assistant Program, who will play a key role in the program's administration and leadership. This position involves collaborating with faculty, ensuring compliance with accreditation standards, and maintaining the quality of education while also engaging in teaching and student support.
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Responsibilities
Assist the Program Director in the overall administration and management of the PA program
Serve as acting Program Director in the absence of the Program Director
Participate in program strategic planning
Collaborate with program leadership on budget planning and resource allocation
Assist in the development and implementation of program policies and procedures
Coordinate with institutional administration on program-related matters
Support the Program Director in faculty recruitment, hiring, and evaluation processes
Oversee quality improvement initiatives and assessment of program outcomes
Assist with crisis management and resolution of complex student or faculty issues
Ensure that all applicable ARC PA Standards are met and maintained at all times
Serve as course director for PA program courses
Teach within the didactic or clinical curriculum as appropriate to program needs and in accordance with institutional expectations
Model effective, student-centered teaching practices and maintain a strong presence as an educator in the program
Develop, revise, and publish syllabi that are compliant with ARC-PA standards as well as institutional and departmental requirements
Attend guest lectures and ensure content delivered is in alignment with the session learning objectives
Participate in lab sessions and simulations
Grade all course deliverables within 48 hours of student completion
Conduct student course remediation activities in accordance with the program policy and procedures
Mentor and support faculty in instructional design and teaching effectiveness
Integrate innovative teaching methodologies and educational technologies into curriculum
Deliver and grade End of Curriculum and summative examinations
Maintain an active role in state and national organizations supporting the educational mission of the program
Represent the Department in intramural and extramural community activities
Participate in student recruitment, admission interviews and selection, curriculum evaluation, student progress, and accreditation activities
Serve as a member of the Department’s PA Education Committee, PA Admissions Committee and PA Student Progress Committee
Attend faculty meetings of the Department
Participate in the program’s ongoing self-study and accreditation process, including preparation of documents and/or reports, and active participation in site visits by the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA)
Serve on institutional committees as assigned
Participation in clinical work in the community
Monitor student academic progress and provide academic counseling
Meet with assigned advisees once per term at minimum
Assist in the coordination of student support services and resources
Participate in student remediation and academic intervention planning
Support students experiencing academic challenges
Engage in scholarly activities including research, presentations, and publications
Maintain current knowledge of PA education trends and best practices
Participate in professional organizations related to PA education
Pursue continuing medical education to maintain clinical competence
Contribute to the advancement of the PA profession through service and leadership
Mentor students and faculty in scholarly activities and research
Assist the Program Director in maintaining compliance with ARC-PA accreditation standards
Serve as a liaison with ARC-PA and other accrediting bodies as needed
Stay current with changes to accreditation standards and implement necessary modifications
Contribute to annual program reports and ongoing accreditation documentation
Participate in self-study preparation and accreditation site visits
Monitor program compliance with institutional, state, and federal regulations
Coordinate data collection and analysis for accreditation and assessment purposes
Oversee the design, development, review, and revision of the didactic and clinical curriculum to ensure appropriate breadth, depth, sequencing, and integration that prepare students for clinical practice
Ensure that the curriculum map is maintained and updated to ARC PA Standards, program defined competencies, program goals and outcomes, and to the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) content and task area blueprints
Qualification
Required
Current, unrestricted license to practice as a Physician Assistant in the state of employment
Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA)
Master's degree from an ARC-PA accredited PA program
Minimum of five (5) years of clinical practice experience as a PA
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in PA education or teaching
Demonstrated knowledge of ARC-PA accreditation standards
Strong organizational, leadership, and communication skills
Proficiency in curriculum development and instructional design
Ability to work collaboratively with diverse stakeholders
Commitment to excellence in PA education
Demonstrated leadership experience in academic or clinical settings
Experience with program assessment and quality improvement initiatives
Company
Bryant University
Bryant University offers students innovative academic programs and technology attuned to the emerging needs of industry and society.
501-1000 employees
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Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$0.68MKey Investors
National Science FoundationThe Champlin Foundation
2021-06-30Grant· $0.65M
2020-12-02Grant· $0.03M
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