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06/25/2015
Medical Director
Mount St. Joseph University PA Program
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| Job Description | Position: Medical Director Program: Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies Reports To: Chairperson/Program Director Physician Assistant Studies Appointment: 12 Month, Professional Track, 20% Faculty Appointment Summary: The Medical Director will assist the Chairperson/Program Director of the Department of Physician Assistant Studies with the attainment and maintenance of accreditation from the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA). The Medical Director, in collaboration with the Chairperson, Academic and Clinical Directors, and faculty will assure didactic and clinical instruction meet current practice and ARC-PA standards. The Medical Director will also represent the Program within the medical and academic community, assist with program design, curriculum development, and programmatic assessment. The Medical Director will work with the Clinical Director in securing and evaluating sites for clinical rotations. DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES • Assist Chairperson/Program Director and faculty with program design and development in both didactic and clinical instruction. • Apply knowledge of current practice standards to the role of the physician assistant. • Teach in areas of expertise. • Work with Chairperson/Program Director and Clinical Director in securing clinical sites. • Provide academic and career advising to matriculating students. • Participate in ongoing program assessment advising the Chairperson/Program Director regarding programmatic or policy changes when appropriate. • Attend University and other meetings on behalf of the Program. • Serve as member of the Advisory Board. • Represent the PA Program in the medical community and the local community at-large. • Collaborate with the Office of the President, Institutional Advancement, and other departments to enhance corporate, employer, alumni, and other stakeholder relationships, thereby developing additional resource opportunities. • Provide other duties as requested by the Chairperson/Program Director. QUALIFICATIONS • Medical doctor or osteopathic physician currently licensed in Ohio. • Certified by ABMS or AOA in area of specialization. • Knowledge of current standards of medical practice. • Working knowledge of ARC-PA Standards. • Excellent verbal and written communication skills. • A minimum of two years of clinical practice. • Teaching experience preferred but not required. To apply, please send a cover letter, curriculum vitae, and the name, addresses and phone numbers of three professional references via e-mail to Human.Resource@msj.edu . Please specify “Medical Director, PAS Program” in the subject line. Please refer to http://www.msj.edu/view/contact-us/employment.aspx for the university’s non-discrimination policy. EOE |
