Clinical Education Director, Physician Assistant
- Employer
- South University
- Location
- Georgia, United States
- Salary
- Salary Not Specified
- Date posted
- Oct 27, 2020
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Monday, February 1, 2021
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for us! With over 45 programs from associate to doctoral degrees,
South University is a private institution dedicated to providing
educational opportunities that spark the intellectual, social and
professional development of a diverse student
population.
Our 120-year story—past, present and
future—is a history formed by the many individuals who have
developed the education and spirit of community that have become
our pledge to the students, faculty, staff, alumni and supporters
of South University. Online and at our 8 locations and 2 learning
sites, we take pride in our welcoming environment; one-on-one
support and personalized attention that helps students define goals
and identify the means to pursue them. Our small classes feature
hands-on experiences that not only shape students' skills and
excellence in their chosen fields but also shape their characters
through encouraging community involvement, volunteerism and the
pursuit of life-long learning.
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about what makes us stand apart as a place to Belong, Believe
and Become, a place where you can make a difference in the
lives of students eager to learn and grow.
Incumbent must assure that the South University philosophy is considered in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this position: quality services to clients; development, growth, involvement, and recognition of employees; sound economic principles; and maintenance of an environment which is conducive to innovation, positive thinking and expansion.
KEY JOB ELEMENTS:
Teaching
South University, the right direction for a brighter future.
Benefits:
*Medical
*Dental
*Vision
FSA/HSA
Tuition Assistant Program
Long/Short Term Disability
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401K
Generous Paid Time Off
12 Paid Holidays
* includes domestic partner coverage
POSITION SUMMARY: The Director of Pre‐Clinical Education is responsible for oversight of all aspects of the pre‐clinical phase of the Physician Assistant Program. It is expected that the Director of Pre‐Clinical Education will provide effective leadership toward meeting program and Student Learning Outcomes related to the preclinical phase of the program. The Director of Pre‐Clinical Education will work with the Program Director and other members of the PA Faculty to ensure that students consistently meet the program's Student Learning Outcomes. The Director of Pre‐Clinical Education will work to ensure that the program‘s pre‐clinical phase is compliance with all ARC‐PA accreditation standards pertaining to pre‐clinical training. The Director of Pre‐Clinical Education should work in synergy with his/her counterpart at PA programs on other South University counterparts.Incumbent must assure that the South University philosophy is considered in carrying out the duties and responsibilities of this position: quality services to clients; development, growth, involvement, and recognition of employees; sound economic principles; and maintenance of an environment which is conducive to innovation, positive thinking and expansion.
KEY JOB ELEMENTS:
Teaching
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Performs Faculty responsibilities as outlined in the Faculty job
description and the Faculty Supplement to the South University
Employee Handbook.
Serves as an instructor in the PA program including:
Teaches or coordinates a minimum of 12 courses per year.
Lectures in areas of clinical and/or professional
expertise.
Serves as a small group facilitator.
Designs and delivers instruction in alignment with the South
University model.
Relates professional/life/industry experience to learning by
continuing professional/ technical skills development, and
introducing professional/industry perspective into
courses.
Promotes student success by showing flexibility and exhibiting a
passion for teaching and students.
Manages the educational process to ensure a positive educational
experience.
Provides input to assist with ongoing program assessment and
improvement.
Practices effective outreach to at‐risk
and/or absent students.
Communicates consistently and effectively with Supervisors,
University Administrators, Faculty, and other South University
Departments.
Manages the learning environment through keeping accurate records
and enforcing academic policies consistent with the University,
College/School, Campus, or Online Division.
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Adheres to university policies as described in the Employee
Handbook, the Faculty Supplement to the Employee Handbook, job
description, or other separate guidelines.
Remains in compliance with South University's academic policies and
procedures, educational policies, both SACSCOC and programmatic
accreditation standards, and state agency regulations.
Serves as the Co‐Chair
of the PA Department's Curriculum Committee in conjunction with
counterpart(s) from other PA program(s) within the
department.
Oversees the design and implementation of the program's preclinical
phase.
Oversees evaluation of the preclinical phase of the program to
include preclinical course, student, and teaching
Faculty.
Works with the Program Director to coordinate recruitment of full
time and adjunct Faculty for the preclinical phase of the
program.
Works with the Program Director to design and implement Faculty
development initiatives for preclinical instructional full time and
adjunct Faculty.
Participates in the program's admissions process to include
application review, candidate interviews, and selection
meetings.
Collaborates with the Director of Clinical Education and Evaluation
Specialist on ongoing assessment of student performance toward
attaining the program's Student Learning Outcomes.
Serves as an academic advisor.
Assists with the investigation of student problems requiring
academic actions according to South University policies and
procedures.
Assists with the curriculum development and revision/process
regarding the program (as necessary).
Attends identified meetings with the Program Advisory Council
(PAC), which meets at least twice per year.
Upholds Program/Department/College initiatives designed to achieve
student outcomes, and Campus/community relations.
Performs other duties as assigned.
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Engages in scholarly activities that contribute to the field of
study and enhance the learning
environment.
Participates in service and/or scholarly endeavors appropriate to
the role of Director of Preclinical Education and PA
Faculty.
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Completes professional development and in‐service
activities each year as outlined in the faculty
supplement.
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Accreditation (federal, state, regional), programmatic and or
clinical work/history
Terminal degree as a Physician Assistant; current NCCPA
certification; eligible for licensure as a PA in the state in which
the campus is located.
Three (3) years academic experience (preferred); 5 years clinical
experience (required).
Experience in PA/Medical classroom teaching and PA education
administration (highly preferred).
Active, valid, and unencumbered state licensure or certification as
applicable to the discipline.
Membership in a professional association tied to area of
instruction (preferred).
Practical experience in the discipline of the program and knowledge
of current best practices (in field).
Excellent verbal and written communication skills including the
ability to build successful relationships with students and
faculty.
Excellent time management and attention to detail.
Excellent critical thinking, conflict resolution, and
decision‐making
skills.
Excellent teaching skills as evidenced in prior teaching
evaluations.
Computer based skills (i.e., software, analytical, and report
writing skills) and experience with computerized learning
management systems.
Ability to manage multiple tasks and successfully meet
deadlines.
Ability to develop professional rapport and work effectively,
cooperatively, and flexibly in a diverse team
environment.
Ability to read, understand, interpret, and implement academic
policies and procedures.
Ability to resolve inquiries and complaints from
students.
Ability to effectively present information to employees, students,
Faculty, Academic and Campus Leaders, and Corporate
Leaders.
Ability to develop and complete projects without continued direct
supervision.
Ability to physically work in the United States while performing
all responsibilities of the position for the University.
Ability to embrace change.
ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a disability" means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to communicate professionally in person, over the telephone, video conference, through email and other electronic means, move about the office or school, handle various types of media and equipment, and visually or otherwise identify, observe and assess.
South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee, student and graduate success. We are committed to building and developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas, cultures and perspectives can thrive.
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