Director / Assistant Professor, Physician Assistant Program

Job Description:

Mount Saint Mary’s University, Los Angeles, invites applications for a full-time, twelve-month, Contractually Limited Term (CLT) position as the inaugural Program Director for the Physician Assistant program. We are in the process of applying for accreditation with ARC-PA and the Director will be leading this effort. This position is partially funded by a Title V DHSI grant to develop new graduate programs and build upon existing programs in the Health Sciences.

Position Annual Hiring Salary Range: $120,000 – $125,000

Hiring salary can be above the posted pay range if candidate’s qualifications are determined to be above the minimum requirements of the position description.

Responsibilities

Initial responsibilities will include:

• completion of self-study documents to ensure a successful provisional accreditation
• reviewing and modifying the existing curriculum as appropriate to meet the accreditation standards
• collaborating with the medical director to identify and develop agreements with clinical education sites
• developing the program handbook

Ongoing responsibilities will include:

• maintaining compliance with ARC-PA accreditation standards centered on the self-study report process
• providing student academic advising and evaluation
• participating in program/university assessment
• completing professional development activities and service to the University and community
• overseeing the recruitment and hiring of qualified full and part-time faculty to support the program
• leading the program’s faculty and staff in the ongoing review of the curriculum, program goals and outcomes, and program self-study and evaluation
• overseeing the development and application of admissions policies and processes relating to the program
• representing the physician assistant program at internal university meetings as assigned
• teaching courses in the program; supervising the program’s medical director and faculty and staff in activities that relate to the physician assistant program
• facilitating professional development opportunities for faculty and staff
• managing the department/program budget; maintain clinical expertise as required per licensing
• participating in scholarly activity
• performing other program duties as assigned

Requirements:

Required Qualifications:

• Master’s degree from an ARC-PA accredited program
• experience with and knowledge of ARC-PA accreditation standards
• current NCCPA certification
• minimum 3 years of clinical experience
• licensed or eligible for licensure as a physician assistant in the state of California
• teaching experience in a Physician Assistant program or higher education setting
• ability to work effectively as a team member
• excellent oral and written communication skills and interpersonal skills

Preferred Qualifications:

• Earned doctoral degree in an appropriate discipline
• administrative experience in a Physician Assistant Program
• experience with students from diverse backgrounds

Additional Information:

Work Location: Doheny Campus (Downtown Los Angeles)

Start Date: Immediately

Applications Deadline: Open until filled

Mount Saint Mary’s University’s commitment to equity, diversity and justice (EDJ) is steeped in the tradition and legacy of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet (CSJ), our Catholic identity, mission and values. We are unwavering in our pursuit of inclusion, belonging and antiracism. We aspire to achieve our love of dear neighbor without distinction, which permeates all forms of social identities and human experiences.

We honor and celebrate our similarities and differences. We are committed to the full inclusion of the entire Mount community. Due to historical legacies of exclusion, we offer particular care for underrepresented populations. We define diversity in the broadest sense, including but not limited to, age, differences in culture, citizenship status, disability, family status, gender, gender expression, gender identity, generational history, genetic information, geographic origin, language, political perspectives, mental and physical ability, military service, national origin, race and ethnicity, religion, sexual orientation, size and socioeconomic class.

Welcoming individuals from a variety of backgrounds improves and enriches our learning, living and working environments. Any breach of these values harms our community. Mount Saint Mary’s University transforms its culture through the radical pursuit of institutionalized change. We strive for a campus where students, staff, faculty, alumnae and all whom we encounter feel welcomed, valued and are supported to reach their full potential.

As we pursue our never-ending journey toward a more equitable, inclusive and antiracist campus in our richly diverse community, we welcome you.

Application Instructions:

To Apply:

Applications will be accepted until the position is filled. Qualified applicants should submit the application as well as:

• a cover letter
• a curriculum vitae
• three letters of professional recommendation (sent directly by reference)

Applicants must be able to provide proof of eligibility to work in the United States. The University will not assist applicants with any visa matters.

A background check will be required.

Employees may disclose their COVID-19 vaccination status with MSMU’s Human Resources on a voluntary basis. Some MSMU clinical healthcare partners may require proof of COVID-19 vaccination to work at their facilities. If required, your academic division will inform you.