Assistant Professor- AZ- Physician Assistant Program

POSITION DESCRIPTION : A faculty member for the Physician Assistant (PA) Program has general program responsibilities as assigned and delegated by the Program Director or his / her designee to assist principally with the coordination and development of this academic program as well as within the College of Health Sciences. These responsibilities generally include teaching and course / curriculum development; competent formal classroom instruction; course evaluation and revision; student testing and evaluation; identification of education / learning objectives competencies and outcomes; serving as a student preceptor; assisting with the student admission process; assisting with the development of the clinical education program; assisting in the preparation of the annual program self-study; assisting with the preparation and submission of program accreditation documents; active service on program college and university committees as appointed; assisting with student orientation and student advising / mentoring professional role-modeling participating actively in the professional activities of regional and national organizations of the PA profession; and participating in scholarly activities that lead to new knowledge in areas that are consistent with the needs of the program and profession and involve the interests of the faculty member.

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE SKILLS AND ABILITIES :

• Must have strong communication and a willingness to serve as a professional role model for students;
• Must have good interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively with students clinical staff faculty administrators and staff of the program college and university;
• Must have academic / clinical experience commensurate with a ranked faculty appointment;
• Must have good writing skills and be willing to learn and accept additional responsibilities that will assist with the education of physician assistant students and as applicable other health sciences students;
• Should have knowledge and vision about the future of the profession and a strong commitment to achieve the missions of the Physician Assistant Program and the College of Health Sciences;
• Must hold a Masters degree or higher be a graduate of an accredited Physician Assistant Program and a certified physician assistant (PA-C);
• Must be knowledgeable in the use of computers and information management systems;
• Must have strong counseling skills and ability to mentor students;
• Must have a strong commitment to student instruction scholarly activity and program / college / university service.

PRINCIPAL DUTIES and RESPONSIBILITIES :

Midwestern University is a private not-for-profit organization that provides graduate and post-graduate education in the health sciences. The University has two campuses one in Downers Grove Illinois and the other in Glendale Arizona. More than 6000 full-time students are enrolled in graduate programs in osteopathic medicine dentistry pharmacy physician assistant studies physical therapy occupational therapy nurse anesthesia cardiovascular perfusion podiatry optometry clinical psychology speech language pathology biomedical sciences and veterinary medicine. Over 500 full-time faculty members and 400 staff members are dedicated to the education and development of our students in an environment that encourages learning respect for all members of the health care team service interdisciplinary scholarly activity and personal growth.

We offer a comprehensive benefits package that includes medical dental and vision insurance plans as well as life insurance short / long term disability and pet insurance. We offer flexible spending accounts including healthcare reimbursement and child / dependent care account. We offer a work life balance with competitive time off package including paid holidays sick / flex days personal days and vacation days. We offer a 403(b) retirement plan tuition reimbursement child care subsidy reimbursement program identity theft protection and an employee assistance program. Wellness is important to us and we offer a wellness facility on-site with a fully equipped fitness facility.

Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity / Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race; color; religion; creed; national origin or ancestry; ethnicity; sex (including pregnancy); gender (including gender expressions gender identity; and sexual orientation); marital status; age; disability; citizenship; past current or prospective service in the uniformed services; genetic information; or any other protected class in accord with all federal state and local laws and regulation. Midwestern University complies with the Smoke-Free Arizona Act (A.R.S. 36-601.01) and the Smoke Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82 / ). Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.

Required Experience :

Junior IC

Key Skills

EMR Systems,Occupational Health Experience,Pain Management,Acute Care,Physical Examinations,Physiology Knowledge,Primary Care Experience,Suturing,Workers' Compensation Law,Dermal Fillers,Medical Imaging,Botox Experience

Employment Type : Full-Time

Experience : years

Vacancy : 1