Clinical Assistant/ Associate/Professor-12 Months

Upstate Medical University; City of Syracuse (NY); Vor Ort; USD 70.000 - 90.000; Vollzeit

Zusammenfassung

Upstate Medical University in Syracuse, NY is seeking a full-time faculty member for its Physician Assistant Program. The role includes developing and evaluating courses, serving as an Academic and Capstone Project Advisor, and participating in student admissions. Candidates must have a Master's degree in a related field, current NCCPA certification, and three years of clinical experience. A commitment to community service and prior teaching experience are preferred. Monday to Friday workdays.

Qualifikationen

• Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies or closely related field.
• Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Valid NYS Physician Assistant license or eligibility for licensure.
• Minimum of three years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting.

Aufgaben

• Develop and evaluate didactic courses aligned with accreditation standards.
• Serve as Academic Advisor and Capstone Project Advisor.
• Participate in student recruitment and selection activities.
• Assess student performance during OSCEs.
• Engage in program's self-assessment and review processes.
• Collaborate with faculty to enhance learning environment.

Kenntnisse

Clinical experience

Teaching experience

Curriculum development

Assessment and remediation

Interprofessional education

Ausbildung

Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies or related field

Current certification by NCCPA

Valid New York State Physician Assistant license

Tools

Learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard)

Jobbeschreibung

Job Summary

SUNY Upstate Medical University's Physician Assistant Program is seeking a dedicated and experienced full-time faculty member to join our academic team. This role involves contributing to the educational mission of the program through instruction, mentorship, and participation in curriculum development.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop, deliver, and evaluate didactic courses, ensuring alignment with program objectives and accreditation standards.
• Serve as an Academic Advisor and Capstone Project Advisor, providing guidance on academic and professional development.
• Participate in student recruitment and admissions activities, contributing to the selection of qualified candidates.
• Evaluate student performance during OSCEs, assessing competencies such as clinical history taking, physical examination, diagnostic reasoning, patient communication, and professionalism.
• Engage in the program's continuous self-assessment and annual review processes, including the revision of program policies, academic standards, and behavioral standards.
• Collaborate with faculty and staff to enhance the learning environment and ensure the program meets the evolving needs of the healthcare community.

Minimum Qualifications

• Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies or a closely related field.
• Current certification by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA).
• Valid New York State Physician Assistant license or eligibility for licensure.
• Minimum of three years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting.
• Candidates will be considered at a commensurate title/salary.

Preferred Qualifications

• Prior teaching experience in a higher education setting, particularly within a Physician Assistant program.
• Experience in curriculum development and familiarity with accreditation standards.
• Commitment to interprofessional education and serving diverse, underserved communities.
• Primary care clinical experience.
• Experience with student assessment and remediation.
• Familiarity with learning management systems (e.g., Canvas, Blackboard).
• Engagement in scholarly activities relevant to the PA profession.
• Active involvement in professional organizations related to Physician Assistant education.

Work Days

Monday-Friday

Message To Applicants

Recruitment Office: Human Resources