Assistant Dean, Program Director & Assistant Professor PA Program, Chattanooga

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Position Title Assistant Dean, Program Director & Assistant Professor PA Program, Chattanooga

Department Physician Assistant Program Chattanooga Position Category Staff Full Time Job Description

The PA Program director will provide leadership and oversight of the planning, development, and active participation in the process and maintenance of accreditation by the Accreditation Review Commission on the Education of the Physician Assistant, Inc. (ARC-PA) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). The director will oversee implementation, assessment, and ongoing operational management of the PA program.

The director's focus will include issues related to personnel, program operations, compliance with institutional processes and the management of human and fiscal resources. The ongoing analysis of data and input will allow identification of issues and proactive solutions of issues related to accreditation compliance and program operations. The program director will monitor, oversee, mentor, supervise and delegate as appropriate to the individuals, setting or issue.

Required Qualifications

Graduation from an accredited PA program with current NCCPA certification; Master's degree in PA associated studies; Minimum 5 years of clinical practice as a Physician Assistant; Minimum 3 years of PA program faculty experience at or above a Masters level; Current Tennessee PA licensure or eligibility to obtain;

Preferred Qualifications

Doctoral degree in PA or health related field; two or more years of experience as program director or associate program director in an established PA program; experience with ARC-PA accreditation preparation and site visit.

Physical Demands Campus Chattanooga Nursing

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Lead the development, review and revision as necessary of the mission statement, vision, goals and learning outcomes of the Lincoln Memorial University – School of Medical Sciences – Physician Assistant Program – Chattanooga;

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Utilize strong and effective verbal and written communication in all situations;

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Maintain a program culture of mutual respect, honesty, integrity, morality and collegiality;

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Be the primary thought leader for the PA program, the university and the regional healthcare community on the professional role of the physician assistant, strategies for PA education, and advancement of opportunities for inter-professional education;

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Provide leadership and oversight of the organization, administration, fiscal management, planning, review, analysis and development of the PA program;

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Actively participate in the application for and maintenance of accreditation by the Accreditation Review Commission on the Education of the Physician Assistant, Inc. (ARC-PA) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC), through ongoing education regarding standards through continued professional development;

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Provide leadership and oversight of the organization, administration, fiscal management, planning, review, analysis and development of the PA program;

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Recruit, develop, support, retain and coordinate the activities of a diverse, outstanding faculty and staff;

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Focus on issues related to personnel, program operations, compliance with institutional processes and the management of human and fiscal resources;

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Provide vision and direction in the development of the didactic and clinical curriculum including a robust and regular evaluation process at the program, faculty, student and graduate levels;

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Assist in the identification, recruitment, and retention of high-quality clinical training sites and preceptors;

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Participate in the recruitment and selection of students for the PA Program;

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Must adhere to all policies of the program and University. Specifically, must not participate as health care providers for students in the program, except in an emergency situation.

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Develop, deliver and participate in hands on training, lectures, facilitating small groups, problem-based learning activities, clinical skills training, medical simulation and Objective Structured Clinical Examinations as the Program Director's administrative workload allows.

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Participate in the following Program committees: Advisory Committee, Faculty Staff Committee, Curriculum Committee, Admissions Committee;

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Participate in LMU committees as assigned.

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Participate in the development, review, and revision of the Program's mission statement, goals, learning outcomes, and graduate competencies;

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Participate in the design, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of the curriculum;

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Participate in Program organization, management, evaluation, and planning;

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Participate in the selection of student applicants for admission to the Program.

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Maintain current clinical knowledge and relevancy through active clinical practice or pursuit of an advanced degree up to an aggregate of 8 hours per week utilizing the School of Medical Sciences – Scholarship, Service and Practice Policy;

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Consider opportunities to present curriculum format, delivery, and outcomes at professional meetings;

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Consider grant opportunities to support the curriculum;

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Participate in the University Faculty Promotion and Tenure process. Initial appointment will be established based on prior academic experience. Initial appointment will be no less than assistant professor;

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Maintain knowledge in PA education, assigned curriculum topics and other clinically relevant concepts through self-study, collaboration with colleagues and clinically practicing providers, attendance at relevant conferences, or other methods.

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Promote the mission of Lincoln Memorial University to all faculty, staff, students, and members of the community;

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Promote a positive environment for student learning;

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Other responsibilities as directed by the PA Program Director

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number S02541P

Job Open Date 02/24/2023 Job Close Date 07/31/2023 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions Summary About the Institution

Lincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community dedicated to providing educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional studies. The main campus is located in Harrogate, Tennessee. For more information about employment opportunities, contact the Office of Human Resources at 423-869-7112 or [email protected].

AA/EEO Statement

Lincoln Memorial University is an Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action education institution. Lincoln Memorial University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in all University programs and activities.

Background Check Statement

The University will conduct criminal background checks on all employees. Background checks may include but are not limited to confirmation of the individual's identity, credit information, motor vehicle driving record, review of an individual's criminal conviction record (if any), verification of any license, and certificate or degree required for the position.

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