Assistant Professor, Physician Assistant Program

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Position Description

Physician Assistant Didactic Faculty

 The Physician Assistant Didactic Faculty member is responsible for providing high-quality didactic instruction to students enrolled in the Endicott Physician Assistant program. This position requires a strong background in healthcare, clinical expertise, and the ability to effectively deliver didactic content to promote student learning and success. The faculty member will play a crucial role in shaping the knowledge and skills of future Physician Assistants, fostering critical thinking, and ensuring compliance with the College standards and program accreditation standards. They also advise students; participate in accreditation processes; engage in professional scholarships; and participate in school and college-wide service. They will teach courses and advise students for three semesters, Fall/Winter (considered one semester), Spring and Summer. During the first year of employment, the faculty will receive 4 course releases per semester to assist in program development ahead of the launch of the program. Details about this position, which will be accredited by ARC-PA, include:

Curriculum Development: The ideal candidate will receive release time to engage in program and curriculum development in the first year of employment.

Didactic Instruction: Teach Courses for three semesters, Fall/Winter (considered one semester), Spring and Summer.  Deliver didactic instruction to students through lectures, seminars, workshops, and other appropriate teaching methods. Utilize various instructional technologies and resources to enhance the learning experience. Facilitate discussions, encourage student engagement, and promote critical thinking and problem-solving skills. Evaluate student performance through assessments, assignments, and examinations, providing timely feedback on their progress. Identify and address individual student learning needs, providing additional support and guidance as necessary.

Student Mentorship: Advise students for three semesters, Fall/Winter (considered one semester), Spring and Summer. Provide advisees, as needed, with information on academic policies, procedures, and programs; actively refer advisees to other offices as appropriate;  Encourage advisees to explore the wide range of services and educational opportunities that may be relevant to their educational objectives, including the Endicott Center for Teaching and Learning’s Academic Success offerings.

Professional Development: Stay abreast of the latest developments in the field of Physician Assistant education, attending conferences, workshops, and relevant professional development activities. Engage in scholarly activities, such as research, publication, and presentations, to contribute to the advancement of the field. Participate in faculty meetings, committees, and other College and departmental activities to contribute to program development and improvement.

Program Accreditation: Assist in providing the necessary documents and attend appropriate planning and site-visit meetings.

This position is covered by the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Endicott College Faculty Association (ECFA) and Endicott College. ECFA is a faculty union organized under the NEA.

Responsibilities:

Teach 8 courses (24 credits) per academic year.

Advise up to 50 graduate students.

Attend department, school, and college meetings.

Participates in accreditation processes.

Engage in professional scholarship, research, and publishing.

Assist in curriculum development.

Participates in department, school, and college service.

Maintain and post regular office hours.

Perform other duties as required and as outlined in the Collective Bargaining Agreement between the Endicott College Faculty Association (ECFA) and Endicott College

Requirements/Qualifications

Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies.

Current certification as a Physician Assistant (PA-C).

Minimum of three years of clinical practice experience as a Physician Assistant.

Teaching experience in a higher education setting, preferably in a Physician Assistant program is preferred.

Strong knowledge of didactic teaching methodologies, curriculum development, and assessment techniques.

Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.

Proficiency in utilizing instructional technologies and learning management systems.