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Director Physician Assistant/Associate Program and Clinical Faculty Member (Open Rank)

Georgia Southern University
United States, Georgia, Statesboro
Jan 31, 2025


Director Physician Assistant/Associate Program and Clinical Faculty Member (Open Rank)

Job ID: 281468
Location: Georgia Southern - Savannah
Full/Part Time: Full Time
Regular/Temporary: Regular

About Us

Join Our Team at Georgia Southern!

Georgia Southern is a dynamic university with three vibrant campuses in Hinesville, Savannah and Statesboro serving the communities in Southeast Georgia. As a Carnegie Doctoral/R2 institution, our world-class scholars instruct about 26,000 students in associate's, bachelor's, master's and doctoral level degree programs. Whether you are seeking the charm of a small town, the traditions of a historical/urban destination near the beach or supporting our military service members and their families, Georgia Southern offers its faculty and staff the best of all worlds!

Beyond an ideal location, there is a place for you to work in an exciting environment abounding with opportunities for personal and professional growth. We are steeped in tradition and devoted to academic distinction in teaching, scholarship and service. In 2018 Forbes Magazine listed Georgia Southern, along with 10 other Georgia companies or institutions, as one of America's Best Midsize Employers. Georgia Southern University is passionate about serving our region while preparing our students to be lifelong scholars, leaders, and responsible stewards of their communities and the world.

To learn more about Georgia Southern's Vision, Mission and Values please click here: https://president.georgiasouthern.edu/performance-excellence/mission-values/

Location

With more than 26,000 students and 141 degree programs, Georgia Southern University is the largest comprehensive university south of Atlanta. Our hands-on, practical approach to learning, and faculty dedicated to teaching, ensure you are prepared for your career and life after graduation.

Armstrong Campus
11935 Abercorn Street
Savannah, GA 31419

Department Information

Within this setting, the program is housed on the Armstrong campus in Savannah in The Department of Clinical Sciences. The Master of Science Physician Assistant/Associate program, guided by Georgia Southern University and the Waters College of Health Profession missions, will provide a transformative learning opportunity to meet a diverse student population and the communities' needs by developing competent health care professionals.

Job Summary

Reporting to the Department Chair, the Director position requires administrative, teaching, service, and scholarship responsibilities consistent with the mission and philosophy of the department, college, and university. Initially the Director will be responsible for developing the new program proposal which includes curriculum development, preparation of initial accreditation documents (ARC-PA accreditation process, the PAEA, AAPA) and identifying potential clinical sites.

The primary responsibilities of the Director, once the program is implemented, will be to plan, coordinate, facilitate, administer, and monitor activities on behalf of the Physician Assistant/Associate program and in coordination with academic and clinical faculty. These activities include, but are not limited to the following:
  • Developing, scheduling, monitoring, and refining an approved Physician Assistant/Associate curriculum;
  • Facilitating quality learning experiences for students during didactic and clinical education;
  • Evaluating student performance, in cooperation with other faculty, to determine their ability to integrate didactic clinical learning experiences and to progress within the curriculum;
  • Selecting clinical learning environments that demonstrate characteristics of sound patient/client management, ethical and professional behavior, and currency with physician assistant practice;
  • Maximizing available resources for the didactic and clinical education program;
  • Providing documented records and assessment of the clinical education component of the Physician Assistant/Associate Program (including clinical education sites and clinical educators);
  • Assisting in the hiring of program faculty;
  • Engaging core faculty in didactic and clinical education planning, implementation, and assessment;
  • Leading procedures and efforts involved with successful program accreditation and future reaccreditation; and
  • Participating in interdisciplinary collaboration with other university departments and units;

The position is a 12-month, non-tenure track, clinical position. The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Required Qualifications
  • Master's Degree from an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant Program or a Doctoral degree in an appropriate field of health/medical education and at least one degree from an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant Program
  • Certified Physician Assistant/Associate (PA)
  • Three years of full-time higher education experience at the time of appointment
  • Eligible for licensure as a PA in the State of Georgia
  • Minimum of two years of clinical supervision of students and/or clinical coordination experience; or minimum of two years of experience in teaching, curriculum development and administration in a Physician Assistant/Associate program
  • Experience in online education
  • Strong communication, organization, interpersonal, problem-solving, and counseling skills
  • Knowledge of legislative, regulatory, legal, and practice issues affecting clinical education, students, and the profession of Physician Assistant / Associate
  • Ability to initiate, administer, assess, and document clinical education programs
  • Ability to work independently and coordinate work with colleagues and peers
  • Ability to travel between Georgia Southern campuses as needed
  • Willingness to engage with institutional student success initiatives
  • Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development
  • Minimum of Master's Degree from an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant Program for the rank of Clinical Instructor
  • Minimum of Doctoral degree in an appropriate field of health/medical education and at least one degree from an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant Program for rank of Assistant Professor
  • Minimum of 5 years full-time college/university teaching experience at the assistant professor level is required for the rank of associate professor
  • Minimum of 5 years full-time college/university teaching experience at the associate professor level is required for the rank of professor


Preferred Qualifications
  • Prior teaching experience in a PA academic program and/or administrative experience in clinical practice
  • Prior experience in the development of a PA curriculum
  • Prior experience in hybrid/online PA instruction
  • Knowledge of educational, management, and adult learning theory and principles
  • Active in professional activities at local, state, and/or national levels


Proposed Salary



Required Documents to Attach

A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae ; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least two professional references. Other documentation may be requested.

Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities

ABILITIES
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position

KNOWLEDGE
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success

SKILLS
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Apply Before Date

Open Until Filled
Screening of applications begins February 3, 2025 and continues until the position is filled. Preferred start date is August 1, 2025.

Contact Information

Dr. Stephen Rossi, Search Chair

Electronic mail: srossi@georgiasouthern.edu

Telephone: 912-478-8557

USG Core Values

The University System of Georgia is comprised of our 26 institutions of higher education and learning as well as the System Office. Our USG Statement of Core Values are Integrity, Excellence, Accountability, and Respect. These values serve as the foundation for all that we do as an organization, and each USG community member is responsible for demonstrating and upholding these standards. More details on the USG Statement of Core Values and Code of Conduct are available in USG Board Policy 8.2.18.1.2 and can be found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section8/C224/#p8.2.18_personnel_conduct.

Additionally, USG supports Freedom of Expression as stated in Board Policy 6.5 Freedom of Expression and Academic Freedom found on-line at https://www.usg.edu/policymanual/section6/C2653.

Conditions of Employment

All work (with limited exceptions such as research and study abroad outside activities such as grading and email correspondence) for Georgia Southern University must be completed while the employee is physically present in the state of Georgia, unless specifically authorized by the university for a specific purpose and limited period of time within current policy.

Faculty are expected to contribute to the vibrant university community by engaging students, participating in events, and performing other responsibilities on-campus.

Faculty may be required to teach, conduct research, or perform service duties on any of the three campuses. Georgia Southern provides accessible transportation options between campuses.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.

Offers are made expressly subject to the applicable federal and state laws, to the statutes, rules and regulations of this institution and to the Bylaws and Policies of the Board of Regents (BOR) of the University System of Georgia (USG), which are available for your inspection upon request.

Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.

Georgia Southern University is a Tobacco and Smoke-Free Community.

Equal Employment Opportunity

More information about the institution is available through http://www.georgiasouthern.edu or https://chp.georgiasouthern.edu/clinical. The names of applicants and nominees, vitae, and other non-evaluative information may be subject to public inspection under the Georgia Open Records Act. Georgia Southern University provides equal employment opportunities to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947

Other Information

This is not a supervisory position.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.

Background Check
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To apply, visit https://careers.hprod.onehcm.usg.edu/psp/careers/CAREERS/HRMS/c/HRS_HRAM_FL.HRS_CG_SEARCH_FL.GBL?Page=HRS_APP_JBPST_FL&Action=U&FOCUS=Applicant&SiteId=39000&JobOpeningId=281468&PostingSeq=1

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