Assistant Dean, Program Director

2 months ago


Cumberland Gap, United States Lincoln Memorial University Full time
Position Details

Position Information

Position Title Assistant Dean, Program Director & Assistant Professor PA Program, Chattanooga Department Physician Assistant Program Chattanooga Position Category Staff Full Time Job Description Lincoln Memorial University is seeking applications for the Founding PA Program Director for the Chattanooga, Tennessee Campus. This is a full-time 12 month appointment that reports to the Dean, School of Medical Sciences.

The PA Program director will provide leadership and oversight of the planning, development, and active participation in obtaining initial provisional accreditation and maintaining accreditation by the Accreditation Review Commission on the Education of the Physician Assistant, Inc. ( ARC -PA). The director will oversee the implementation, assessment, and ongoing operational management of the PA program
Required Qualifications Masters degree; Minimum three (3) years of experience teaching in a PA Program; Graduate of an accredited PA Program; Minimum two (2) years of clinical practice as a PA;
Current National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants ( NCCPA ) certification;
Possess registration to practice as a PA in the state of Tennessee or eligibility; Previous teaching/administrative experience in higher education.
Preferred Qualifications Doctoral degree in a field related to medical science or education; Experience in private higher education; Evidence of effective teaching and scholarly activity
Physical Demands Campus Chattanooga
Job Duty

Job Duty Lead the development, review and revision as necessary of the mission statement, vision, goals and learning outcomes of the Lincoln Memorial University School of Medical Sciences Physician Assistant Program Chattanooga;
Job Duty Utilize strong and effective verbal and written communication in all situations;

Job Duty Maintain a program culture of mutual respect, honesty, integrity, morality and collegiality;

Job Duty Be the primary thought leader for the PA program, the university and the regional healthcare community on the professional role of the physician assistant, strategies for PA education, and advancement of opportunities for inter-professional education;

Job Duty Provide leadership and oversight of the organization, administration, fiscal management, planning, review, analysis and development of the PA program;

Job Duty Actively participate in the application for and maintenance of accreditation by the Accreditation Review Commission on the Education of the Physician Assistant, Inc. ( ARC -PA) and the Southern Association of Colleges and Schools, Commission on Colleges ( SACSCOC ), through ongoing education regarding standards through continued professional development;

Job Duty Provide leadership and oversight of the organization, administration, fiscal management, planning, review, analysis and development of the PA program;

Job Duty Recruit, develop, support, retain and coordinate the activities of a diverse, outstanding faculty and staff;

Job Duty Focus on issues related to personnel, program operations, compliance with institutional processes and the management of human and fiscal resources;

Job Duty Provide vision and direction in the development of the didactic and clinical curriculum including a robust and regular evaluation process at the program, faculty, student and graduate levels;

Job Duty Assist in the identification, recruitment, and retention of high-quality clinical training sites and preceptors;

Job Duty Participate in the recruitment and selection of students for the PA Program;

Job Duty Must adhere to all policies of the program and University. Specifically, must not participate as health care providers for students in the program, except in an emergency situation.

Job Duty Develop, deliver and participate in hands on training, lectures, facilitating small groups, problem-based learning activities, clinical skills training, medical simulation and Objective Structured Clinical Examinations as the Program Directors administrative workload allows.

Job Duty Participate in the following Program committees: Advisory Committee, Faculty Staff Committee, Curriculum Committee, Admissions Committee;

Job Duty Participate in LMU committees as assigned.

Job Duty Participate in the development, review, and revision of the Programs mission statement, goals, learning outcomes, and graduate competencies;

Job Duty Participate in the design, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of the curriculum;

Job Duty Participate in Program organization, management, evaluation, and planning;

Job Duty Participate in the selection of student applicants for admission to the Program.

Job Duty Maintain current clinical knowledge and relevancy through active clinical practice or pursuit of an advanced degree up to an aggregate of 8 hours per week utilizing the School of Medical Sciences Scholarship, Service and Practice Policy;

Job Duty Consider opportunities to present curriculum format, delivery, and outcomes at professional meetings;

Job Duty Consider grant opportunities to support the curriculum;

Job Duty Participate in the University Faculty Promotion and Tenure process. Initial appointment will be established based on prior academic experience. Initial appointment will be no less than assistant professor;

Job Duty Maintain knowledge in PA education, assigned curriculum topics and other clinically relevant concepts through self-study, collaboration with colleagues and clinically practicing providers, attendance at relevant conferences, or other methods.

Job Duty Promote the mission of Lincoln Memorial University to all faculty, staff, students, and members of the community;

Job Duty Promote a positive environment for student learning;

Job Duty Other responsibilities as directed by the PA Program Director

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number S02541P Job Open Date 07/18/2024 Job Close Date 11/30/2024 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions Summary # DCOM
Chattanooga, TN
About the Institution Lincoln Memorial University is a values-based learning community dedicated to providing educational experiences in the liberal arts and professional studies. The main campus is located in Harrogate, Tennessee. For more information about employment opportunities, contact the Office of Human Resources at or .
AA/EEO Statement Lincoln Memorial University is an Equal Opportunity education institution. Lincoln Memorial University prohibits discrimination on the basis of race, color, ethnicity, religion, sex, national origin, age, ancestry, disability, veteran status, military status, pregnancy, sexual orientation, marital status, parental status, gender, gender identity, gender expression, and genetic information in all University programs and activities.
Background Check Statement The University will conduct criminal background checks on all employees. Background checks may include but are not limited to confirmation of the individuals identity, credit information, motor vehicle driving record, review of an individuals criminal conviction record (if any), verification of any license, and certificate or degree required for the position.



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