Assistant Professor

Western University of Health Sciences; Pomona (CA); On-site; USD 108,000 - 132,000; Full time

Job summary

Western University of Health Sciences in Pomona, CA seeks a Master Physician Assistant education faculty member at 1.0 FTE, combining faculty duties with an administrative appointment. The appointment articulates a full-time role with department-level responsibilities and an ongoing salary separate from the admin assignment.

The role focuses on delivering PA curriculum, supervising students, and contributing to program assessment, accreditation, and service to the college and university.

Qualifications

• Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant Program and possessing a master’s degree.
• Minimum of two years of clinical experience as a Physician Assistant; or one year with a Master’s degree.
• Preference for doctorate degree and teaching experience.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and deliver a course with a prescribed curriculum including assignments, preparation, delivery, and grading.
• Hold office hours and counsel students for academic issues and referrals.
• Develop and maintain student grades and determine final course grades.
• Maintain appropriate student records.
• Assist in curriculum and program assessment, evaluation, revisions and development.
• Assist in PA program evaluation, assessment, and accreditation.
• Assist in clinical skills training sessions.
• Perform research/scholarly activities.
• Assist in service related to the program, college, university and outside activities.

Skills

PA clinical experience

PA law/regulations

Oral & written communication

Teaching experience

Education

Accredited PA program completion

Master’s degree

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.

Job Summary

This is a College of Health Sciences – Master Physician Assistant is a Faculty-level position within Western University of Health Sciences and is offered in conjunction with an administrative appointment. Together, the faculty role of Assistant Professor ( PCN F03517) and the administrative appointment ( PCN 999175) comprise a full-time position (1.0 FTE ). The salary range listed in this posting does not represent the total compensation for the combined administrative and faculty responsibilities. Please refer to the corresponding job posting for details on the additional assignment.

Under the general direction of the Department Chair, the Assistant Professor of the Master of Science in Physician Assistant Education is responsible for providing education and supervision to Physician Assistant Students. To develop, implement, evaluate, and assess PA curriculum.

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

• Knowledge of the laws and regulations relating to the practice of Physician Assistants.
• Knowledge of the skills and tasks that are performable by a primary care Physician Assistant.
• Effective skills in oral and written communication.
• Demonstrate a commitment to working in an organization that values and promotes humanism.

Required Qualifications

Education:

• Completion of an accredited Physician Assistant Program; and possessing a master’s degree.

Experience:

• Minimum of two years of clinical experience as a Physician Assistant; or One year of clinical experience as a Physician Assistant with a Master’s degree.

Preferred Qualifications

Preference will be given to individuals possessing a doctorate degree and to individuals with teaching experience.

Key Responsibilities

• Preparation and delivery of a course with a prescribed curriculum that includes assignments, preparation, delivery, and grading of examinations and other activities needed for a course.
• Hold office hours and counsels’ students for academic issues and refers as appropriate for academic/personal issues.
• Develop and maintain student grades and determining final course grade.
• Maintains appropriate student records.
• Assist in curriculum and program assessment, evaluation, revisions and development.
• Assist in pa program evaluation, assessment, and accreditation
• Assist in clinical skills training sessions.
• Perform research/scholarly activities.
• Assist in service related to the program, college, university and outside of the university activities.

Work Schedule

• M-F; 8 AM – 5 PM.
• Some evenings and weekends as needed for events.

We believe in making an impact in the lives of our employees, personally, and professionally. Every employee has different individual and/or family needs. We offer benefits that are both comprehensive and flexible to address your unique needs. We believe work-life harmony is positive and achievable. 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

Minimum $120,000.00 Annually

Maximum

Maximum $120,000.00 Annually

Physical Demands

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. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands, reach with hands and arms, and stoop, sit, and operate a motor vehicle. The employee is occasionally required to stand and walk. The employee must infrequently lift and/or move up to 15 pounds with assistance.

Describe Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions. Duties are normally performed in a typical office setting. The noise level in this setting is typically low to moderate.

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
• Required License/Certification

Optional Documents

• Cover Letter
• Curriculum Vitae
• Teaching Philosophy
• Additional Applicant Document

Supplemental Questions

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