Part-Time Term Faculty – Capstone Internship Course Coordinator

Department: College of Public Health

Classification: 12-month Instructional Faculty

Job Category: Instructional Faculty

Job Type: Part-Time

Work Schedule: Part-time

Location: Fairfax, VA

Workplace Type: Hybrid Eligible

Salary: Salary commensurate with education and experience

Criminal Background Check: Yes

About the Department:

The Department of Health Administration and Policy educates students and conducts research in health systems management, health policy and health informatics. The department fields academic programs in Health Administration/Healthcare Management and Health Informatics at undergraduate, graduate and doctoral levels to prepare new leaders and experts in the use of technology, evidence-based decision making and health systems management to improve public health and the quality of healthcare.

About the Position:

The Part-Time (30 hours/week) Term Faculty member coordinates and delivers instruction for the Capstone Internship Course Sequence in the AUPHA-certified Bachelor of Science in Health Administration (BSHA) program. This role focuses on student preparation and support across the internship sequence, including a pre-internship seminar and the culminating field placement experience.

Responsibilities:

Instructional Leadership, and Service

• Teach and manages the pre-internship preparation course and the internship course (two-course sequence);
• Guides students in setting learning goals aligned with program competencies and course outcomes;
• Evaluates student performance, including reflection assignments, deliverables, and presentations; and
• Serves on Department, CPH and University level faculty committees and working groups.

Internship Development and Oversight

• Identifies and cultivates prospective internship sites aligned with program goals and student interests;
• Recruits, evaluates, and maintains relationships with qualified site preceptors; and
• Ensures internship experiences meet AUPHA and university standards, and comply with applicable policies.

Student Support and Advising

• Works one-on-one with students to prepare for internship placements through resume review, interview prep, and professional  development activities;
• Matches students with internship sites and coordinate placement logistics; and
• Provides ongoing support and communication to students during their internship experience.

Stakeholder Engagement

• Serves as liaison between the academic program, students, internship sites, and preceptors; and 
• Maintains regular communication with preceptors regarding student progress, expectations, and evaluation.

Program Assessment and Quality Improvement

• Contributes to course and program-level assessment related to the internship experience; and 
• Participates in curriculum review and accreditation-related activities as required.

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree in Health Administration, Business, Public Health, Healthcare Management, or a related field;
• Professional experience in health administration or healthcare leadership;
• Strong knowledge of health administration principles, healthcare delivery systems, healthcare management practices, and organizational operations;
• Knowledge of career paths across diverse healthcare organizations, including hospitals, long-term care facilities, public health agencies, and healthcare consulting firms;
• Effective teaching skills, with experience in career readiness, professional development, and internship preparation courses;
• Student advising and mentoring skills focused on professional development and career success;
• Conflict management and resolution skills to address challenges during internship placements;
• Ability to work independently and collaboratively within a team-oriented academic environment;
• Understanding of internship development, experiential education models, and student professional preparation;
• Understanding of curriculum development and instructional strategies suited for adult learners; and
• Dedication to fostering student success, professional growth, and achievement of learning outcomes.

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