Program Director, MSPA
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Position Details
Position Information Position Type Faculty Faculty Track Clinical Position Title Program Director, MSPA Employment Status Full Time Months 12 Campus Portland, ME Description The Physician Assistant (PA) Program Director provides leadership and vision to advance the mission of the University of New England (UNE ) PA program, preparing masters level primary care Physician Assistants educated in all aspects of healthcare to include geriatrics, health promotion, disease prevention and public health practice. Special emphasis is placed on training clinicians prepared to provide primary care to rural and urban underserved populations. The Director of the Physician Assistant program is a full time 12 month position reporting directly to the Dean of the Westbrook College of Health Professions.
About the University of New England
UNE is Maine’s largest private university, with two beautiful coastal campuses in Maine, a one-of-a-kind study-abroad campus in Tangier, Morocco, and an array of flexible online offerings. In an uncommonly welcoming and supportive community, we offer hands-on learning, empowering students to positively impact a world full of challenges. We are the state’s top provider of health professionals and home to Maine’s only medical and dental colleges, a variety of other interprofessionally aligned health care programs, and nationally recognized programs in the marine sciences, the natural and social sciences, business, the humanities, and the arts.
UNE offers a generous comprehensive benefits package to eligible employees. The package includes varied health and dental plans; a retirement plan that includes up to an eight percent match; extensive paid leave including holidays, vacation, sick, and personal time; and educational benefits. Please visit the Human Resources Benefits site for additional information regarding UNE’s benefits package. Responsibilities
Academic departmental administration, including oversight of the Masters in Physician Assistant curriculum, didactic course scheduling/planning, clinical year operations Teaching in the didactic and clinical phases of the program in areas of expertise as time allows Timely completion of ARC -PA documents, oversight of the ongoing program assessment, and adherence to the ARC -PA standards and policies to assure continued ARC -PA accreditation Mentorship and development of faculty and professional staff Manage faculty workload and assign teaching schedules to meet student needs consistent with college and university policy. Collaborative program planning and development Supervision of the medical director, principle and instructional faculty and staff in activities that directly relate to the PA program. Fostering a strong student-centered approach Management of financial/resource for all PA department affairs Oversight of the prospective student admissions process to the Masters PA Program Ability to build a collaborative team and engage in interprofessional cross-disciplinary work Advocacy for the PA Program to the college, university and community Perform other duties as assigned
Qualifications
Master’s degree in Physician Assistant Studies from an accredited institution, or equivalent Eligibility for certification as a Physician Assistant in Maine Current or emeritus NCCPA certification status. A Ph.D., Ed.D., or other relevant doctorate is preferred. Minimum of 3 years full-time teaching experience in a higher education academic faculty position or equivalent teaching experience. Previous or current experience as a clinically practicing physician assistant. PA program administrative experience (e.g. clinical coordination, academic coordination, assessment coordination) experience is preferred. Knowledge of or participation in the ARC -PA accreditation process strongly preferred.
EEO Statement Summary Consistent with federal and state law and University policy, the University of New England is committed to the fundamental concept of equal opportunity for all of the members of the University community. The University prohibits, and will not tolerate, discrimination in employment, the provision of academic services or in any other area of University life based on race, color, sex, physical or mental disability, religion, age, ancestry, national origin, sexual orientation, gender identity and/or expression, ethnicity, genetic information, HIV status, or status as a veteran. Prohibited bias factors should not motivate decisions regarding students, employees, applicants for admission, applicants for employment, contractors, volunteers or participants in and/or users of institutional programs, services, and activities. COVID Vaccination Statement (PLEASE NOTE) Employees in clinical settings must meet the State of Maine’s immunization requirements for clinical activity. Posting Detail Information Posting Number 2022F0181P Open Date 01/24/2025 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes
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Required Documents - Cover Letter
- Curriculum Vitae
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