Adjunct Clinical Faculty

Western University of Health Sciences; Pomona (CA); On-site; USD 114,000 - 162,000; Part time

Job summary

Western University of Health Sciences is seeking an adjunct Clinical Faculty member to support PA education, curriculum development, and hands-on clinical training. The role involves teaching, mentoring, and guiding PA students through didactic and clinical experiences on a part-time basis at the Pomona campus.

The candidate will assist in 2nd year curriculum development, deliver sessions, coach board exam strategies, and supervise OSCE and procedural skills assessments.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant Program.
• Possessing a master’s degree.

Responsibilities

• Teach, mentor, and contribute to PA student education and clinical training.
• Assist Principal Faculty in developing 2nd year didactic curriculum based on learning outcomes.
• Facilitate engaging discussions to enhance clinical scenario understanding.
• Discuss board style questions and share strategies for board exams.
• Guide and mentor students through Master’s thesis projects with feedback.
• Grade SOAP notes and provide detailed feedback after rotations.
• Proctor procedural skill assessments (POPs) and evaluate OSCE and technical skills.
• Support student advising and maintain documentation for continuous learning.

Skills

PA education

Curriculum design

OSCE oversight

Student mentoring

Board prep guidance

Education

Master's degree

PA Program completion

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

As you take your first step onto a Western University of Health Sciences campus, each path, each person, each structure comes with a transformative story. WesternU is more than the practice of medicine. We are defined by character and culture.
At WesternU, you will discover humanism at the heart of every interaction: a warm welcome, a sincere smile, a positive word, a kind deed, a thoughtful gesture. You will see students work together on case studies; a parade of pets in campus parks; student clubs offering opportunities for career growth and community involvement; and faculty, staff and students designing their future and the future of WesternU. We display a collaborative mindset in how we operate, educate, and serve others.
Although, geographically, we are two campuses - as humanists, we are one: to enhance and extend the quality of life in our communities and achieve excellence in everything we do. We attract diverse, professional faculty, staff and students that thrive in an environment of humanistic health care education. Join our team of faculty and staff and make a difference.

Position Title Adjunct Clinical Faculty

Position Control Number F03102

Type of Position Faculty

Position Status Part-time

Campus Western University Campus-Pomona, CA

Position Location California

Department 1606-College of Health Sciences-Master Physician Assistant

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and dedicated Physician Assistant (PA) adjunct faculty member to join our team, supporting the education and development of future PAs. This role will involve teaching, mentoring, and contributing to the academic and clinical training of PA students.

• Approximately 10-15 hours (direct and indirect) teaching and proctoring every 5 weeks (Fridays) from September to June.
• Participation in the Final OSCE day in June.
• Curriculum Development: Assist Principal Faculty in developing 2nd year didactic curriculum based on Learning outcomes and Instructional Objectives.
• Curriculum Delivery: Facilitate engaging and educational discussions on selected topics during each session to enhance student understanding of clinical scenarios.
• Board Preparation:
  • Facilitate discussion of Board style questions during each session.
  • Offer advice and assistance to students preparing for their board exams, sharing strategies and resources for success.
• Student Advising: Guide and mentor students through their Master’s thesis projects, providing constructive feedback and academic support.
• Grading SOAP Notes: Assess and provide detailed feedback on SOAP notes submitted by students for each rotation.
• Proctoring POPs (Procedure Objective Performance): Facilitate, Proctor, and Evaluate students during procedural skill assessments.
• Proctoring Final Summative OSCE and Technical Skills Assessment: Facilitate, Proctor, and Evaluate student performance during the final summative Objective Structured Clinical Examination ( OSCE ) and technical skills assessment.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Knowledge of clinical skills and tasks performed by primary care Physician Assistants.
• Knowledge of the laws, regulations, and scope of practice for Physician Assistants.
• Effective oral and written communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
• Working knowledge of and experience using Microsoft Office Products.
• Ability to collaborate effectively with faculty, staff, and students.
• Ability to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodations.
• Demonstrate a commitment to working in an organization that values and promotes humanism.

Required Qualifications

Education

• Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant Program.
• Possessing a master’s degree.

License /Certification

• Current NCCPA Board certification as a Physician Assistant and an active PA license in the state of practice.

Experience

• Clinical experience as a practicing Physician Assistant.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous teaching experience in a PA program or related healthcare education setting desirable but not required.
• Commitment to excellence in PA education and student-centered learning.
• Dedication to fostering a supportive and inclusive educational environment.
• Passion for advancing the PA profession through education and mentorship.

Key Responsibilities

• Curriculum Development: Assist Principal Faculty in developing 2nd year didactic curriculum based on Learning outcomes and Instructional Objectives.
• Curriculum Delivery: Facilitate engaging and educational discussions on selected topics during each session to enhance student understanding of clinical scenarios.
• Board Preparation:
  • Facilitate discussion of Board style questions during each session.
  • Offer advice and assistance to students preparing for their board exams, sharing strategies and resources for success.
• Student Advising: Guide and mentor students through their Master’s thesis projects, providing constructive feedback and academic support.
• Grading SOAP Notes: Assess and provide detailed feedback on SOAP notes submitted by students for each rotation.
• Proctoring POPs (Procedure Objective Performance): Facilitate, Proctor, and Evaluate students during procedural skill assessments.
• Proctoring Final Summative OSCE and Technical Skills Assessment: Facilitate, Proctor, and Evaluate student performance during the final summative Objective Structured Clinical Examination ( OSCE ) and technical skills assessment.

Posting Details Continued

Work Schedule

• As needed for courses

We offer competitive salaries, generous paid time off, insurance plans, reimbursements, and retirement benefits. Additionally,
Our faculty, staff, and administrators are 100% focused on student success.
Our University culture creates the context for a nurturing and supportive environment.
Faculty, staff, and students can expect to make deep, personal relationships within the University community.
As a Faculty, Staff, or Student at WesternU, you can focus on work that you love, be your authentic self, and lead to the future with innovation in health sciences.
WesternU’s core value of humanism encourages all to bring their whole self in all that they do.
We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, equity, collaboration, and fun at all levels for all people!

Expected Pay Scale

Minimum

$100.00 Hourly

Maximum

$100.00 Hourly

Physical Demands

Do the essential functions of this job require lifting?

Do the essential functions of this job require lifting? Yes

If yes, list maximum weight and duration

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by any employee to perform the essential functions of this position.
The employee must be able to occasionally lift and or move up to 25 pounds (e.g., mannequins, simulation equipment).
Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.

Describe Work Environment

Work is typically performed in a combination of classroom, clinical lab, and office settings.
Requires frequent standing and walking during lab sessions, OSCEs, and skills assessments.
Must be able to demonstrate or assist with physical procedures as needed during assessments.
Requires the ability to use a computer for extended periods (e.g., grading, documentation, online communication).

Posting Information

Posting Number

F00913

Posting Date

08/13/2026

Close Date

08/13/2027

Open Until Filled Yes

Open Until Filled Yes

Conditions of Employment - Background Check

To secure employment, successful fulfillment of a background check, including a criminal records check, may be required. Western University of Health Sciences will extend a conditional offer of employment, subject to rescission if the background check unveils disqualifying information or if it is found that the candidate deliberately withheld or misrepresented information. Non-completion of the background check to satisfaction may impact the ongoing employment of a current Western University of Health Sciences employee who received a conditional offer for the position.

Pay Transparency Act

Pay Transparency Act- Western University of Health Sciences is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range considers various factors in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The Expected Pay Scale is defined as the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. Placement within the Expected Pay Scale is determined by internal equity and relevant qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Statement (EEO)

It is the policy of Western University to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment as required by law without regard to age, race, color, national origin ancestry, citizenship, ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, sex or gender (including gender identity), marital status, sexual orientation, disability (both physical and mental) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), pregnancy (which includes childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), age, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other applicable protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.This policy applies to all employment practices within WesternU including without limitation, hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoffs, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. WesternU makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merits, and business needs at the time.

Required Documents

• Resume
• Letter of Recommendation #1
• Letter of Recommendation #2
• Letter of Recommendation #3

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Additional Applicant Document
• Required License/Certification

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