PA Program Principal Faculty (PT - 50% position) (29319)
Location: Ottawa University - Overland Park, Kansas - Overland Park, KS
66211 · Type: Part Time Over 20 Hours · Category: Faculty
Instructional
Description
OUR UNIVERSITY
Ottawa University (established in 1865), one of the oldest private liberal
arts universities in the United States, is a multi-campus system serving
approximately 4000 students through its campuses in Kansas (Ottawa, Kansas-
Residential Campus and Overland Park, Kansas- Adult Programs); Arizona
(Surprise Residential Campus and OUAZ Adult Programs); Wisconsin
(Brookfield Adult Programs); and our OU ONLINE PROGRAM based out of Overland
Park, Kansas.
Ottawa University is a regionally accredited, church-related, private
university that strives to integrate faith, learning, and life in the academic
experiences of students.
JOB SUMMARY
Responsible for providing high-quality and engaging instruction and academic
mentoring to learners, developing, assessing, and assuring excellent pedagogy
and curriculum design; for promoting learner achievement and academic
integrity on behalf of the University; and for collaboration with support
services provided through campus units. Academic program development for
program currency, growth, retention, and recruitment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS OF THE JOB (provide list of items which are
essential to effective outcomes in this role):
Teaching Load: Responsible for generating and delivering classroom
learning experiences and clinical skills instruction within the basic
medical and clinical science topics. Course assignments may include
MSK/Orthopedics, Rheumatology, Hematology/Oncology, Neurology, Evidence-
Based Medicine, and Transition to Clinical Practice , according to unit
and university requirements.
Teaching Standards: Maintain a high standard in classroom instruction
through engaging and effective pedagogy, exhibit awareness and
understanding of best practices in graduate education through application
in the classroom and simulation lab, and remain current with issues,
curriculum, and classroom approaches in the discipline (A2.05c).
Accreditation: Actively participates in the accreditation process,
compliance, and adherence to the ARC-PA standards.
Curriculum:
Design, implement, coordinate, and evaluate the curriculum (A2.05g).
Revise the curriculum based on PA profession competencies, entry-level practice, and ongoing professional practice.
Chair the Curriculum Committee and prepare documents for end of term review.
Assessment and Remediation:
Evaluate learner performance (A2.05d).
Provide remediation instruction (A2.05f).
Programmatic Assessment and Evaluation (A2.05h):
Maintain effective curricula through participation in university-wide assessment processes.
Participate in programmatic data collection and critical analysis and apply the analysis results to create action plans that identify strengths, areas needing improvement, and weaknesses in the curriculum.
Admissions: Participate in the program's admissions process, which
includes selection (A2.05b).
Programmatic:
Participate in the development, review, and revision of the mission statement, program goals, and competencies as necessary (A2.05a).
Participate in evaluating the program (A2.05h).
Advising/Mentoring:
Attend to learner needs and concerns (social determinants of learning) as a faculty advisor/mentor.
Identify and develop opportunities for each learner to succeed through assessment and remediation.
Provide academic counseling to learners (A2.05e).
Support efforts in retention.
Scholarship:
Maintain awareness of contemporary trends and evolving knowledge within
one's academic and clinical discipline
Attend (either virtually or at a designated location) professional
development workshops offered by the university.
Attend one's professional meetings and engage in public presentations
(in-person and virtually)
Involvement in the regional and national community of the PA profession
and higher education professionals
Service:
Participate in local, state, and national service to the PA profession and/or in higher education learning.
Participate in the mentoring and development of new faculty (principal and instructional) as needed.
Participate in campus and university-wide governance by responding to and engaging in dialogue related to academic issues across the university.
Other duties as assigned.
STANDARD UNIVERSITY EXPECTATIONS :
Abide by all rules and regulations contained in the University Faculty
Handbook and the University Employment Policies Handbook. This information
is available and open for reading or examination at any time.
Manage your staff consistent with university personnel policies. Encourage
collaboration among the staff, provide regular evaluation and feedback,
and facilitate developmental opportunities.
Model and encourage collaboration among University's departments assuring
effective communication and operations.
Understand the University's policies and, procedures, and exercise good
judgment accordingly. Assure that University and student information is
managed in a confidential and ethical manner in accordance with the
University's Code of Conduct and Ethics.
Provide leadership through conduct, attitude, and professionalism.
Represent the University to students, external groups, faculty, and staff
in a way that reflects positively on the University.
Be mindful and supportive of the overall Mission of Ottawa University.
Exercise Inclusivity in your daily actions accruing alignment within
expectations of the University's Mission Statement and Statement of
Inclusion, Openness, and Community.
NOTE
This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only
duties to be performed by the employee(s) incumbent in this position.
Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to
perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to
give instructions or assignments. All duties and responsibilities are
essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification
to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities. To perform this job
successfully, the incumbents will possess the skills, aptitudes, and abilities
to perform each duty proficiently. Some requirements may exclude individuals
who pose a direct threat or significant risk to the health or safety of
themselves or others. The requirements listed in this document are the minimum
levels of knowledge, skills, or abilities. This document does not create an
employment contract, implied or otherwise, other than an “at will”
relationship.
Ottawa University is committed to equal employment opportunity and does not
unlawfully discriminate in recruitment or employment on the basis of race,
age, sex, color, religion, disability, national origin, sexual orientation,
genetic information, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Qualifications
REQUIRED EDUCATION : Must be a PA with a license to practice in at least
one state. Must possess a doctorate degree, Ph.D., or master's degree.
REQUIRED EXPERIENCE: At least 5-10 years as a clinically practicing PA.
Leadership roles in PA curriculum, assessment, and admissions. Program faculty
must be qualified to teach assigned subjects through academic preparation
and/or experience. Program faculty must be knowledgeable in course content and
effective in teaching assigned subjects.
ADDITIONAL ELIGIBILITY REQUIREMENTS:List required and/or preferred
certification, industry specific requirements, required or preferred use of
equipment, and all necessary job skills, abilities, and knowledge
competencies)Provide a list of items below:
Preferred doctoral degree or Ph.D.
Previous clinical precepting or teaching experience for a PA program.
Ability to work collaboratively with fellow university faculty as well as
departments who support learner life and academic achievement.
Proven ability to teach effectively in a post-secondary classroom.
Ability to adjust to and respond to learner and local university needs and
concerns.
Proven interpersonal and communication skills.
Commitment to equity, inclusion, and belonging to ensure a culture of
care.
Passion for educating health professionals.
Competent analytical skills.
Desire to grow as a faculty and leader in PA education.
WORKING CONDITIONS (Physical attributes required to perform job duties
with or without reasonable accommodation - examples: sitting, lifting #,
bending, driving, environmental factors or elements, noise level, stairs in a
building, or other factors that will affect working conditions).Provide a
list of items below:
Prolonged periods of sitting must be able to lift 5-15 pounds at times. It
may require the use of building stairs. It may require evening and/or
weekend work. The position sits and works in front of a computer screen.
TRAVEL REQUIREMENTS: Yes - Travel Required
If YES, list type and approximate percentage: To campus for short and long
white coat, commencement, clinical sites and learner service activities
Responsible for driving students and University vehicles as part of job
duties (YES/NO): Yes
