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DescriptionA.T. Still University (ATSU) is a culturally rich environment leading the way in whole-person health education with cutting-edge technology and instruction. From its inception in 1892, ATSU has had a long tradition of inclusion. The ATSU College for Healthy Communities is the newest College within ATSU located in the beautiful Central Coast region of California. The Central Coast Physician Assistant (CCPA) Program is the founding academic program within the College with the mission of educating culturally humble, diverse physician assistants (PAs) to serve the primary care needs of medically underserved communities.The Assistant/Associate Professor of Physician Assistant Studies and Clinical Coordinator will report directly to the CCPA Program Chair and indirectly to the Director of Clinical Education and will be responsible for the continued development and implementation of all aspects of the clinical phase of the PA Program and to teach courses, engage in service, and conduct scholarship.The responsibilities of the Assistant/Associate Professor of Physician Assistant Studies and Clinical Coordinator will include, but will not necessarily be limited to the following:
Collaborate as a member of the clinical education team, consisting of the Director of Clinical Education and two other Clinical Coordinators to develop and implement an innovative clinical education model where PA students train within Community Health Centers.
Support the clinical education of a highly diverse student body selected for their commitment to the CCPA mission using a holistic admissions process.
Contribute to a comprehensive assessment strategy for the clinical phase of the program.
Ensure students are adequately prepared to achieve programmatic benchmarks for the PACKRAT and PANCE.
Support student academic progression, retention, and completion strategies.
Ensure ongoing compliance with ARC-PA accreditation standards and best practices in contemporary physician assistant clinical education.
Develop and deliver academic courses as assigned.
Participate in the holistic student admissions process.
Conduct and disseminate scholarship.
Serve on departmental, college, and university committees as assigned.
Engage in community and professional service.
The successful candidate will have the following qualifications, skills, and accomplishments:
Prior academic experience commensurate with appointment at the rank of assistant or associate professor is preferred.
Prior experience in the design, development and implementation of clinical education programs is preferred.
Applicants who can articulate how they can collaboratively contribute to the program's mission and vision will be given preference.
Applicants who can articulate their commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion will be given preference.
Substantial previous clinical experience is preferred.
Effective communication and collaboration skills are required.
Skilled in working with a variety of different student learning styles and collaborating with faculty colleagues.
Ability to perform duties autonomously with minimal supervision and maintain confidentiality.
Licensure in, or eligibility for, licensure in California as a PA.
Current NCCPA Certification is preferred.
The salary range for this position is 92,800 to 139,200 based on experience.Interested persons should complete the ATSU employment application online, which includes a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and the names and contact information for three professional references.ATSU offers a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, and vision coverages, among more. If eligible, employee-elected benefits would begin the first of the month following hire date. For more information, please visit: atsu.edu/employment/benefits .A.T. Still University (ATSU) does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, ethnicity, national origin, sex (including pregnancy), gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, age, disability, or veteran status in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in its programs and activities.In demonstrating mutual respect for all members of the ATSU community, ATSU is an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO). Meeting this mission requires serving together in mutual respect of one another’s functions and each person’s importance as an individual.