Program Director, Master of Physician Assistant Studies Program

2 weeks ago


Richmond, California, United States Adtalem Global Education Full time
Company Description

Chamberlain University has a 130-year history and the mission to educate, empower, and embolden diverse healthcare professionals who advance the health of people, families, communities, and nations. Our regionally accredited University is comprised of the College of Nursing and the College of Health Professions. Our College of Nursing offers a Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degree program at 23 locations and online post-licensure degree programs and certificates including RN to BSN, RN to MSN, a Master of Science in Nursing (MSN) with nine Specialty Tracks, and a Doctor of Nursing Practice (DNP). Our College of Health Professions offers multiple options with a Master of Public Health degree, Master of Physician Assistant Studies, Public Health Certificate programs, and a Master of Social Work degree. Learn more about Chamberlain University, part of Adtalem Global Education, at

There is one very significant way Chamberlain is different than other Universities - Chamberlain Care. Healthcare education is offered in a culture of service excellence and care in four ways: care for self, care for colleagues, care for patients/clients, care for all. By living Chamberlain Care, we've built a culture in which colleagues and students thrive and we graduate extraordinary healthcare professionals who transform the health of people worldwide.

Chamberlain Care is the guiding principle we provide to each other and to our students to help our students achieve their goals, reach their dreams and impact healthcare at a national level.
If you're ready to live Chamberlain Care, we invite you to apply today

Chamberlain University-Richmond, CA, campus has applied for Accreditation - Provisional from the Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant (ARC-PA).

Chamberlain University-Richmond, CA. campus anticipates matriculating its first class in September 2027, pending achieving Accreditation - Provisional status. Accreditation - Provisional is an accreditation status granted when the plans and resource allocation, if fully implemented as planned, of a proposed program that has not yet enrolled students appear to demonstrate the program's ability to meet the ARC-PA Standards or when a program holding accreditation-provisional status appears to demonstrate continued progress in complying with the Standards as it prepares for the graduation of the first class (cohort) of students.

Job Description

The Master of Physician Assistant Studies Program Director is responsible for the implementation and administration of Chamberlain University's campus-based MPAS program in Richmond, CA. In partnership and under the direct supervision of the University's MPAS Executive Dean, the MPAS Program Director will provide leadership overseeing curriculum development, implementation and evaluation along with hiring, organizing and supervising the faculty, medical director, and professional staff at the MPAS Richmond location.

In this role you will:
  • Provide effective day-to-day leadership for the Richmond campus-based MPAS program which results in the smooth functioning of the program and quality education for students.
  • Supervise the campus-based MPAS Program's medical director, principal faculty and administrative staff.
  • Organize and structure the program in accordance with established standards and practices and in collaboration with MPAS Executive Dean.
  • Coordinate and direct curriculum planning, development, implementation, and evaluation.
  • Maintain and ensure program quality and integrity in compliance with established ARC-PA accreditation standards and guidelines.
  • Coordinate with MPAS Executive Dean on ARC-PA recertification activities and create appropriate reports and supporting documents.
  • Regularly evaluate the education provided by both internal and external faculty and at clinical practicum/rotation sites.
  • Conduct regular faculty and staff performance evaluations and oversee development.
  • Coordinate with student and financial aid services for the program.
  • Develop, plan and submit an annual line-item budget for the campus-based program.
  • Recruit, interview, select and develop qualified faculty and administrative staff.
  • Plan, schedule and conduct faculty/staff meetings and coordinate department committee structures.
  • Attend and participate in assigned program and university committees.
  • Evaluate data associated with the educational program as related to: students' didactic and clinical performance, faculty performance and course evaluation, students' performance on national exams, demographics of applicant pool and graduate employment status and practice characteristics of graduates.
  • Provide periodic reports as required and requested to the MPAS Executive Dean, University departments, accrediting agencies and to other outside agencies.
  • Provide counseling and advising to students, faculty and staff at campus MPAS location.
  • Ensure all PA personnel and student policies are consistent with federal and state statues, rules and regulations.
  • Promote program research activities concerning the PA profession and education.
  • Participate in the activities of state, regional and national organizations concerned with the profession to promote a position image of the PA concept within the academic, lay, and professional communities.
  • Maintain certification and participate in professional development directly related to physician assistant education.
  • Perform other duties as assigned and comply with all policies and standards.
Qualifications
  • Master's degree required, PhD in a health specialty preferred.
  • Current PA licensure and NCCPA certification.
  • Three (3) years of higher education experience, preferably in PA higher education; two (2) years' experience as a practicing PA.
  • Knowledgeable about program organization, administration, fiscal management, continuous review and analysis, planning, and the accreditation process.
  • Highly collaborative, responsive and demonstrates initiative, sound judgment, and problem-solving skills.
  • Ability to make and effectively communicate decisions.
  • Ability to lead and direct and motivate faculty and staff to inspire excellence and build consensus.
  • Exceptional interpersonal skills including high proficiency in oral and written communications, organizational skills, time management, training, and conflict resolution skills.
  • Ability to interact with all levels: students, faculty, leadership, external stakeholders, and staff.
  • High integrity with a passion for learning and students, inspired by our TEACH values and mission.

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Additional Information

In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position is between $130,000 and $175, Actual pay will be adjusted based on job-related factors permitted by law, such as experience and training; geographic location; licensure and certifications; market factors; departmental budgets; and responsibility. Our Talent Acquisition Team will be happy to answer any questions you may have, and we look forward to learning more about your salary requirements. The position qualifies for the below benefits.

Adtalem offers a robust suite of benefits including:
  • Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
  • 401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match
  • Participation in Adtalem's Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy
  • 12 Paid Holidays
  • You are also eligible to participate in an annual incentive program, subject to the rules governing the program, whereby an award, if any, depends on various factors, including, without limitation, individual and organizational performance.

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