Physician Assistant Program Coordinator

Oakland University; City of Rochester (NY); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Job summary

Oakland University in Rochester, NY seeks a Physician Assistant Program Coordinator to provide administrative, operational, and logistical support for the PA program. The role focuses on ensuring smooth day-to-day functions while upholding accreditation standards and university policies.

The position requires highly organized, proactive planning, strong communication, and effective project management to support program objectives and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Education, or related field, or equivalent education/experience.
• Progressively responsible administrative support experience.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and database management systems.
• Familiarity with academic programs, higher education procedures (accounts payable, purchasing, bookkeeping).
• Ability to manage multiple priorities and deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Minimum of one year supervisory experience.
• Excellent written, verbal, interpersonal communication with customer service orientation.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative, operational, and logistical support to the PA Program.
• Ensure efficient day-to-day operations while supporting accreditation standards and university policies.
• Assist with program objectives through planning, problem solving, and project management.

Skills

Time management

Communication skills

Customer service orientation

Discretion / confidentiality

Attention to detail

Supervisory experience

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration / Healthcare Administration / Education, or related field

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Google Workspace

Database management systems

Job description

Department

0729 - Clinical and Diagnostic Sciences

Minimum Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Business Administration, Healthcare Administration, Education, or a related field, or an equivalent combination of education and experience.
• Previous progressively responsible administrative support experience.
• Demonstrated proficiency with Microsoft Office Suite, Google Workspace, and database management systems.
• Knowledge of and familiarity with academic programs, higher education institutions, and administrative/business procedures (such as accounts payable, purchasing, and general bookkeeping).
• Demonstrated ability to manage multiple priorities while meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
• Minimum of one year of supervisory experience.
• Excellent written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills, with a customer service orientation.
• Demonstrated ability to maintain confidentiality and exercise discretion.
• Exceptional attention to detail and accuracy.

Desired Qualifications

• Experience working in higher education.
• Experience supporting an accredited healthcare or health professions program.
• Familiarity with ARC -PA accreditation standards and processes.
• Previous experience in program coordination, project management, or academic administration.
• Experience supporting accreditation activities, site visits, and assessment processes.

All Qualifications

Unless otherwise required by an applicable collective bargaining agreement, all minimum, additional and desired qualifications are preferred, but qualifications, degrees, and/or experience deemed comparable and/or equivalent by Oakland University in its sole and exclusive discretion may be considered.

Position Details

Position Purpose

The Physician Assistant (PA) Program Coordinator provides administrative, operational, andlogistical support to the Physician Assistant Program. The Program Coordinator ensuresefficient day-to-day operations while supporting compliance with accreditation standards,university policies, and program objectives. This position requires a highly organized, proactiveindividual who excels in planning, communication, problem-solving, and project management.

Job Open Date 09/04/2026