Physician Assistant Program - Medical Director (Part-Time)

Description

Physician Assistant Program - Medical Director

South College - We are one of the nation’s fastest growing institutions of higher learning … come grow your career with us. In order to fully meet our Mission to our students, we require a diverse combination of perspectives, backgrounds, life experiences, and ideas from our faculty and staff and will provide them with an equitable and inclusive work environment -where respect and open interchange of ideas are at the heart of that culture.

Over 20,000 Students

10 Campuses

Competency Based Education

Online

Physician Assistant Program - Medical Director Description

The South College Physician Assistant Studies program is seeking a highly motivated physician for the position of Medical Director to join our developing Physician Assistant program in Farmers Branch, TX. We are searching for a team-oriented Medical Director to provide part-time assistance and advising in the development and maintenance of our didactic and clinical curricula.

The mission of the South College Master of Health Science in Physician Assistant Studies program is to educate highly qualified physician assistants, preparing them to become competent, compassionate, and comprehensive healthcare providers for clinical practice in rural and urban areas.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical guidance for the didactic and clinical instruction of the program,
• Assist the Physician Assistant Program Director with the development, content, implementation, and ongoing evaluation of the didactic and clinical curricula,
• Assist Program Director by securing, orienting, and evaluating new clinical preceptors as needed.
• Act as advocate for the program by providing ongoing guidance and direction to the adjunct medical directors and core didactic and clinical faculty including but not limited to regional and local physician faculty members, hospital and clinic administrators, and state/professional boards.
• Assist with preparation of grants, reports, and self-studies related to funding and accreditation.

Requirements

Education

• Graduate of Allopathic or Osteopathic School approved by the American Association of Osteopathic Medical Schools and/or Association of American Medical Colleges

Licensure

• Board Certified by ABMS or AOA approved specialty board
• Eligibility for physician licensure in Texas (must secure upon hire if not currently held)

Experience

• Minimum three years of clinical experience
• Strong written/oral skills