Program Director, Physician Assistant

Details: West Coast University is currently seeking a Physician Assistant Program Director in the Southern California area. This is an outstanding opportunity for a dynamic professional to lead the creation of our Physician Assistant program and join a growing university as we expand our academic programs in health care and related fields. Job Summary: The Program Director for the Master of Physician Assistant Program oversees the development, management and administration of the program, including planning, development, delivery, evaluation, budgeting, selection of faculty and staff, maintenance of accreditation, and commitment to strategies for professional development.  Ensures program compliance according to Regional as well as programmatic accreditation requirements.  Responsible for the development and appropriate management of all experiential learning sites, relationships, policies and procedures.  Participates in fiscal administration, curriculum development and coordination, determination of teaching assignments, supervision and evaluation of faculty, design and operation of program facilities, and selection/coordination of program specific external facilities and instruction.  Provides professional leadership and support for teaching faculty; serves as a mentor and facilitator for faculty assigned; and enables an environment which fosters creativity, responsiveness, and self-responsibility. Qualifications: Doctorate degree required in related field by an institution that is accredited by a USDE recognized national or regional accrediting body Credentialed physician assistant, licensed to practice Must have a minimum of five (5) administrative experience including program planning and implementation, evaluation and budgeting Minimum of five (5) years in the field of physician assistant, including documented clinical practice as an physical therapist Minimum of two (2) years of experience in a full-time academic appointment with teaching responsibilities at the post-secondary level Evidence of scholarship (e.g. scholarship of application, practice or engagement, scholarship of teaching and learning) required Knowledge and evidence of strong supervisory and management skills as applicable to specialized program area Knowledge in technological support and delivery of program area and services Knowledge of state, federal and local laws/regulations relating to programs, governmental compliance and other regulatory standards such as Title IV, WASC, ARC-PA, and other accreditation standards  Proficient skills and experience in Microsoft Office computer software systems that includes word processing, spreadsheets, and presentation software Your daily reward will be the personal satisfaction of having a chance to make a difference to yourself, your team, and to a group of students who expect an outstanding education. Full-time associates are eligible for an exceptional benefits package which includes: Health, dental and vision plan Vacation, sick and holiday schedule Tuition Reimbursement 401(k) Plan with employer match Flexible Spending Account Long/short term disability and more To learn more about West Coast University and to apply for this exciting opportunity please visit our website www.westcoastuniversity.edu. West Coast University is proud to be an equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to work in and serve an ethnically-diverse population.

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