Assistant Professor. Physician Assistant Studies

Chamberlain University; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 100,000 - 125,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health insurance

Dental insurance

Vision insurance

Life and disability insurance

401k Retirement Program with employer

Job summary

Chamberlain University in Phoenix seeks an Assistant Professor for the new Master of Physician Assistant Studies Program. The role focuses on teaching across classroom, online, and clinical settings, contributing to curriculum development and program growth.

Ideal candidates hold a related master's degree or higher, PA-C, NCCPA certification, and 2+ years of teaching or 3+ years clinical experience. Excellent communication and adherence to professional standards are essential.

Qualifications

• Related Master's Degree or higher.
• NCCPA certified physician assistant (PA-C).
• Maintain current regulatory and practice credentials.

Responsibilities

• Teaching Excellence: Implement curriculum through engaging classroom, online, and clinical teaching.
• Curriculum Development: Collaborate on didactic and clinical curriculum planning and evaluation.
• Course Coordination: Serve as a course coordinator or team instructor.
• Student Engagement: Provide meaningful feedback and advise students.
• Data Management: Help manage databases and evaluate data on student performance.
• Program Development: Contribute to program mission and admissions processes.
• Professional Role Model: Promote professionalism and collaboration within the College.
• Scholarly Activities: Engage in professional organizations to advance the PA profession.

Education

Master's degree or higher

PA-C (NCCPA certified)

Job description

Assistant Professor. Physician Assistant Studies

• Full-time
• Department: Faculty

With more than 135 years of history in healthcare educationand as the largest nursing school in the country, ChamberlainUniversityis committed to delivering a high-value education that prepares students to thrive as healthcare professionals. We call thiscommitmentChamberlain Care®—our dedication to providing students with the tools and resources to succeed while immersed in a community of care.BylivingChamberlain Care®, wegraduate healthcare professionals who transformthe health of people worldwide.

Chamberlainiscomprisedof the College of Nursingand the College of Health Professions. The College of Nursingoffers a three-year Bachelor of Science in Nursing degreeprogramand flexible post-licensure programs,such as the RN to BSN option, Master of Science in Nursing degree program, Doctor of Nursing Practice degree program and graduate certificates.The College of Health Professionsalsooffers theMasters in Public Health, Master of Social Work and Master of Physician Assistant Studies degree programs.

The ARC-PA has granted Accreditation-Provisional status to the Chamberlain University-Phoenix Physician Assistant Program sponsored by Chamberlain University. 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. Accreditation-Provisional does not ensure any subsequent accreditation status. It is limited to no more than five years from matriculation of the first class. The program’s accreditation history can be viewed on the ARC-PA website at https://www.arc-pa.org/accreditation-history-chamberlain-university-phoenix/

Are you passionate about shaping the future of healthcare? Chamberlain University is seeking a dedicated Physician Assistant - Assistant Professor to join our new Phoenix Master of Physician Assistant Studies Program. This role offers a unique opportunity to teach in various learning environments while contributing to the development of future healthcare leaders.

Key Responsibilities:

• Teaching Excellence: Implement our College’s philosophy and curriculum through engaging classroom, online, and clinical teaching.
• Curriculum Development: Collaborate on didactic and clinical curriculum planning, coordination, implementation, and evaluation.
• Course Coordination: Serve as a course coordinator or team instructor, managing both autonomous and shared teaching responsibilities.
• Student Engagement: Provide meaningful feedback to students, support their advising and counseling needs, and assist with remediation.
• Data Management: Help manage databases and evaluate data on student performance, faculty evaluations, national exam results, and more.
• Program Development: Participate in the review and revision of the program's mission and academic policies, and contribute to the admissions process.
• Professional Role Model: Serve as a mentor for students and faculty, promoting professionalism and collaboration within the College and community.
• Scholarly Activities: Engage in professional organizations to promote the PA profession and contribute to the continuous improvement of our programs.

• Related Master's Degree or higher.
• Two years of full-time teaching experienceor three years of clinical experience as a PA.
• Experientially prepared to teach assigned courses.
• NCCPA certified physician assistant (PA-C).
• Maintain current regulatory and practice credentials, as appropriate, based on assignment.
• Excellent communication skills, along with a high level of initiative and prudent judgment.
• Must meet all compliance requirements as specified in the Faculty Handbook. For those working within the clinical setting, additional compliance requirements are outlined in the faculty compliance packet.

In support of the pay transparency laws enacted across the country, the expected salary range for this position is between $100,000 and $125,000. 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.
Covista offers a robust suite of benefits including:

• Health, dental, vision, life and disability insurance
• 401k Retirement Program + 6% employer match
• Participation in Covista's Flexible Time Off (FTO) Policy

Equal Opportunity – Minority / Female / Disability / V / Gender Identity / Sexual Orientation