PA Program Clinical Education Lead

Assumption University; Worcester (MA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 160,000; Full time

Job summary

Assumption University in Worcester, MA seeks a Professor of Practice to support the PA Program and School of Health Professions. The role collaborates with program leadership to manage the clinical phase, oversee curriculum implementation, and participate in mission-driven activities.

The position requires NCCPA certification, an active PA license, a Master’s in a health-related field, and at least five years of PA practice experience.

Qualifications

• Must possess and maintain NCCPA certification.
• Must maintain an active state license to practice as a physician assistant.
• Must have a Master’s Degree in a health-related discipline.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a practicing PA.
• Willingness to contribute to the mission and Catholic/Assumptionist identity of Assumption University.

Responsibilities

• Assist the Director of Clinical Education with management of the clinical phase of the PA program.
• Maintain and update clinical affiliation agreements and preceptor information.
• Clinical rotation scheduling and coordination; communication with sites and staff.
• Advise matriculated PA students with counseling and mentoring for both didactic and clinical years.
• Contribute to ARC-PA accreditation activities and program evaluations.

Education

Master’s Degree in a health-related discipline

NCCPA certification

Active state license to practice as a physician assistant

Job description

Assumption University in Worcester, MA seeks a Professor of Practice to support the PA Program and School of Health Professions. The role collaborates with program leadership to manage the clinical phase, oversee curriculum implementation, and participate in mission-driven activities.

The position requires NCCPA certification, an active PA license, a Master’s in a health-related field, and at least five years of PA practice experience.