Full Job Description
Posting Number
req20804
Department
Dept of Clinical Hlth Prof
Department Website Link
https://chs.arizona.edu/academics/physician-assistant-program
Medical Sub-Speciality
Location
University of Arizona Health Sciences
Address
Tucson, AZ USA
Position Highlights
The College of Health Sciences at the University of Arizona invites applications for a full-time, career track faculty position in the physician assistant program. We are seeking a dedicated and passionate individual who will contribute to the development of a dynamic academic environment. The successful candidate will join a team of committed educators in preparing the next generation of physician assistants (PAs) for excellence in clinical practice.
The successful candidate will fulfill the responsibilities of a faculty member in an appropriate department, actively participate in teaching, accreditation, service and/or scholarly work, and must qualify for an appointment at the rank of Assistant, Associate, or Full Professor.
This career-track appointment is not eligible for tenure.
Outstanding UA benefits include health, dental, and vision insurance plans; life insurance and disability programs; paid vacation, sick leave, and holidays; UA/ASU/NAU tuition reduction for the employee and qualified family members; retirement plans; access to UA recreation and cultural activities; and more!
The University of Arizona has been recognized for our innovative work-life programs.
Duties & Responsibilities
- Collaboration in all program policies and decision-making processes.
- Developing, reviewing, and revising, as necessary, the program’s mission statement, goals, and competencies of the program.
- Participation in the selection process of entering students.
- Providing student instruction in the didactic and clinical phases of the program.
- Evaluating student performance.
- Providing academic counseling and remediation of students.
- Designing, implementing, coordinating, and evaluating the curriculum and program.
- Service and scholarly activities (e.g., committees, volunteerism, research, professional presentations, etc.).
- Assist in clinical site development and monitoring as needed.
- Program principal faculty who serve as course directors have the following additional responsibilities:
- Organization of the course.
- Scheduling of lectures.
- Analyzing all course related data to ensure that learner outcomes are achieved.
- Generate an annual report that reflects the strengths and weaknesses of the course.
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
- Computer skills (e.g., Excel, Microsoft Word, etc.).
- Knowledge regarding all facets of, and participation in, the ARC-PA accreditation process.
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
- Exceptional interpersonal and leadership skills.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s Degree.
- PAs need a current NCCPA board certification or emeritus certification status. Non-PA applicants, in healthcare specialties, must hold board certification relevant to their field.
- Licensed or eligible to practice in the State of Arizona.
- Minimum of 2 years patient care experience in certified profession.
Preferred Qualifications
- Professionally related doctoral degree.
- Teaching experience in a physician assistant program.
Rank
To be Determined
Tenure Information
Career-Track (CT)
FLSA
Exempt
Full Time/Part Time
Full Time
Number of Hours Worked per Week
40
Job FTE
1.0
Work Calendar
Fiscal
Job Category
Faculty
Benefits Eligible
Yes – Full Benefits
Rate of Pay
DOE – Based on PAEA Salary Report
Compensation Type
salary at 1.0 full-time equivalency (FTE)
Type of criminal background check required:
Name-based criminal background check (non-security sensitive)
Number of Vacancies
1
Target Hire Date
Expected End Date
Contact Information for Candidates
University of Arizona Health Sciences, Office of Human Resources | [email protected]
Open Date
10/2/2024
Open Until Filled
Yes
Documents Needed to Apply
Curriculum Vitae (CV), Cover Letter, and One Additional Document
Special Instructions to Applicant
With your application, please submit the following documents:
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1. Current Resume/CV 2. Cover Letter 3. Teaching Interest Statement
Diversity Statement
At the University of Arizona, we value our inclusive climate because we know that diversity in experiences and perspectives is vital to advancing innovation, critical thinking, solving complex problems, and creating an inclusive academic community. As a Hispanic-serving institution, we translate these values into action by seeking individuals who have experience and expertise working with diverse students, colleagues, and constituencies. Because we seek a workforce with a wide range of perspectives and experiences, we provide equal employment opportunities to applicants and employees without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, or genetic information. As an Employer of National Service, we also welcome alumni of AmeriCorps, Peace Corps, and other national service programs and others who will help us advance our Inclusive Excellence initiative aimed at creating a university that values student, staff and faculty engagement in addressing issues of diversity and inclusiveness.
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