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Position Title
Assistant Professor of Physician Assistant
Division
Academic Affairs
Department/Office
Physician Assistant Program
Position Summary Information
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The Physician Assistant program at St. Catherine University invites applications for a fulltime ranked faculty member. St. Kate’s is the largest private women’s college in the nation, ranked #1 among Minnesota Private Colleges for social mobility. The purpose of this position is to support students in their clinical experiences. The ranked faculty member will support the coordination of the clinical practicum components of the program, including student placement, clinical examinations, evaluation of clinical instruction, and assessment of student progress throughout the professional phase. Responsibilities:
- Teach in areas of expertise, conduct small group and active learning sessions and participating in skills instruction, student evaluation, advising, and remediation are also expected.
- Support and administer the integrative and active learning model to enhance student learning and strengthen clinical practice.
- Student advising and assessment of performance and progression.
- Participate in the administration and assessment of the program including course coordination, curricular mapping, maintenance of accreditation standards and ongoing program assessment.
- Participate in the admission and selection processes, advising students’ quality improvement projects, and supporting administrative functions of the program.
- Additional expectations commensurate to the full scope of faculty responsibilities, such as scholarship and service outside of the PA program will be expected.
Minimum Qualifications
- Master’s degree in Physician Assistant
- Must hold NCCPA Certification and must hold or be eligible for licensure as a PA through the MN BOMP.
- Have clinical experience.
- Applicants should have strong interpersonal and organizational skills, must demonstrate an understanding of the knowledge and skills necessary for the delivery of quality, patient centered care by PAs, and should demonstrate a strong commitment to fulfill the mission of the PA program and St. Catherine University.
Preferred Qualifications
- Previous experience in an academic setting, teaching, or the coordination of graduate-level health care students.
- Experience developing and delivery educational content, preferably in different active learning formats.
- 3-5 years of clinical experience that spans a breadth of medical specialty areas.
We seek creative, adaptable staff who enjoy working in a university climate that promotes cultural diversity, multicultural understanding, and cultural fluency. Consistent with the university’s commitment to women, diversity and social justice, preference will be given to candidates who manifest these themes in their experience and service.
EEO Statement
St. Catherine University is an equal opportunity employer. Our commitment to inclusion reflects the central value of the Sisters of St. Joseph of Carondelet to “love of neighbor without distinction” and provides a learning and working environment that is enriched by the diversity of all our members. Individuals of religious, racial, ethnic, gender identity, nation of origin, or disability groups that have traditionally had less representation in higher education are encouraged to apply. Should you need an interview accommodation please contact us at [email protected] or 651-690-6565.
Application instructions for FACULTY
Visit St. Kate Careers to apply. Three references and successful completion of a background check will be required for employment. St. Catherine University 2004 Randolph Avenue, St. Paul, MN 55105 Equal Opportunity Employer / Drug Free Workplace / Tobacco Free Workplace Our university is a proud member of the Upper Midwest HERC and is committed to recruiting and retaining outstanding and diverse faculty and staff and assisting dual career couples. For more information and to find other higher education jobs in the Upper Midwest region, visit: www.uppermidwestherc.org.
Posting Detail Information
Posting Number
20220271-FAC
Posting Start Date
08/29/2024
Application Deadline
09/15/2024