Director and Associate/Full Professor of the Physician Associate Program - La Crosse
13 hours ago
Job description
Viterbo University is seeking applications for the Director and Associate/Full Professor of the Physician Associate Program in the College of Nursing and Health (CNH).
This is a 12-month, tenure track administrative rank faculty position.The director will be actively involved in the development of the physician associate graduate major including strategic leadership, administrative management, curriculum design, faculty recruitment and development, teaching, scholarship, while acting as the accreditation liaison and institutional representative overseeing compliance with the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant.
The director will cultivate partnerships with physician associates and various healthcare organizations for clinical placements locally and nationally. The director reports to the Dean of the College of Nursing and Health.Minimum Qualifications
The successful candidate will have a Physician Assistant/Associate Degree from a program accredited by ARC-PA, (Master's required; Doctorate preferred), hold and maintain current or emeritus credential from the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA), and hold a minimum of three years of full-time higher education experience at the time of appointment.
Demonstrated leadership in academic administration including curriculum planning, faculty oversight and program evaluation.
Knowledge of PA education, accreditation requirements including PA self-studies, accreditation reports, and site visit planning.
Experience with program budgeting and resource allocation. In addition will hold a record of scholarship, teaching excellence, and professional service.
Essential Duties And Responsibilities
General
Demonstrates a commitment to the mission, philosophy, values, and goals of Viterbo University and the CNH
Implement the policies of the University and the CNH
Participates in program assessment evaluation processes
Participates in student advising activities as assigned
Demonstrate collaborative relationships with internal and external communities of interest
Assists with the recruitment, applicant selection and retention of qualified students
Provide visionary leadership and effective administration of the PA program in alignment with institutional mission and accreditation requirements
Establish strategic goals and lead continuous quality improvement activities across all areas of the program
Manage program operations, including scheduling, faculty assignments, committee processes, and governance
Maintain effective communication and collaboration with college leadership
Oversee program fiscal management, resource planning, and budget development
Lead the design, implementation, evaluation, and continuous improvement of a coherent, compliant curriculum that meets ARC-PA standards and prepares students for PANCE success
Ensure curriculum alignment with program competencies, professional standards, and learning outcomes
Collaborate with faculty and committees on curriculum changes, assessment strategies, and instructional effectiveness
Recruit, mentor, and evaluate program faculty and staff, including principal and instructional faculty
Monitor student progress, retention, and outcomes; implement strategies to support student achievement
Teaching
Facilitates effective teaching/learning activities in the didactic, simulation, and/or clinical settings
Prepares and updates content and syllabi for assigned courses according to CNH curricular plans and program student learning outcomes
Demonstrates expertise in developing, conducting, and evaluating essential learning experiences within the didactic, simulation, and/or clinical settings
Conducts course assessment activities to evaluate effectiveness and enhance student learning
Service
Shares talents as a resource person/mentor to colleagues and/or students
Participate in professional, CNH, and university activities
Participates in ongoing quality improvement/accreditation activities
Participate in local, state, and national professional organizations
Scholarly work
Participate in professional/scholarly activities to maintain certification and practice, as applicable
Engages in life-long learning
Carries out other responsibilities as delegated or assigned
Additional Requirements/Qualifications
Microsoft Office proficiency preferred
Excellent written and/or oral communication skills required
Excellent management/supervisory skills required
Willingness and ability to participate actively in a plan of professional development to enhance and maintain currency in relevant skills and knowledge.
To apply:
Please complete online employment application and include a letter of application indicating interest and qualifications, curriculum vitae, statement of teaching philosophy, transcripts (initial submissions may be unofficial copies), and contact information for three professional references.
Review of applications will begin immediately.About the University:
Viterbo University is a Catholic, Franciscan, liberal arts institution.
Viterbo is located in scenic La Crosse, Wisconsin, which has been rated as one of the top places to live in the US.
The region features an attractive cost of living, beautiful bluffs and coulees, three major rivers including the Mississippi River, world-class health care and education systems, and easy access to major cities in Wisconsin, Minnesota, and Illinois.
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