Physician Assistant Program- Director of Student Affairs

Temple University; Philadelphia (Philadelphia County); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

CME Funds

Vacation, Holiday, Sick and CME Time

Generous 403b retirement match

Health, dental, and vision

Malpractice

Tuition remission

Savi- student loan repayment program

Job summary

Temple University’s Lewis Katz School of Medicine seeks a full-time Director of Student Affairs for the Physician Assistant Program in Philadelphia. The role provides leadership, strategic direction, and advocacy to foster a student-centered environment supporting academic success, professional development, and well-being.

The Director collaborates with faculty, staff, and university partners to ensure compliance with accreditation standards and to design and monitor student satisfaction and

Qualifications

• Master Degree relevant to physician assistant practice required.
• NCCPA certification required.
• Ability to obtain a Physician Assistant license for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania required.

Responsibilities

• Serve as the primary faculty resource for student support and guidance related to academic, personal, and professional concerns.
• Coordinate strategies for students experiencing academic or personal issues.
• Participate in student evaluations, remediations, and academic review to identify at-risk students.
• Engage in student recruitment, interviews, outreach, and matriculation activities.
• Represent Temple University’s PA Program at open houses, orientations, and community events.
• Facilitate educational programs focused on professionalism, wellness, leadership, and career preparation.
• Maintain confidentiality and uphold professional standards to support students.
• Oversee compliance with accreditation standards for student services and outcomes.
• Design and monitor student satisfaction metrics to support program development and quality improvement.
• Maintain current knowledge of the field of student affairs and student services.
• Provide instruction to students during the didactic and clinical program year.

Education

Master Degree relevant to physician assistant practice

NCCPA certification

Physician Assistant license (PA)

Job description

Summary of Position

The Physician Assistant Program at Lewis Katz School of Medicine, Temple University is seeking a full-time Director of Student Affairs.

The Director of Student Affairs provides leadership, oversight, and strategic direction for all student affairs functions within the Physician Assistant Program. This individual is responsible for fostering a supportive, inclusive, and student-centered learning environment that promotes academic success, professional development, student well-being, and compliance with institutional and accreditation standards. The Director serves as a key advocate for students and collaborates with program leadership, faculty, staff, and university partners to ensure a positive and enriching student experience throughout the educational continuum.

Duties/Responsibilities

• Serves as the primary faculty resource for student support and guidance related to academic, personal, and professional concerns.
• Coordinates strategies for students experiencing academic or personal issues.
• Participates in student evaluations, remediations, and academic review process to identify students at risk.
• Participates in student recruitment, interviews, outreach, and matriculation activities.
• Attends open houses, orientations, and community events as a representative of Temple University’s PA Program.
• Facilitates educational programs focused on professionalism, wellness, leadership, and career preparation.
• Maintains confidentiality when handling sensitive matters with professionalism and discretion to support students.
• Oversees compliance with required accreditation standards related to student services and outcomes.
• Design and monitor student satisfaction metrics to support program development and quality improvement initiatives.
• Maintains a current working knowledge of the field of student affairs and student services.
• Provides instruction to students during the didactic and clinical program year.

Candidate Qualifications

• Master Degree relevant to physician assistant practice
• NCCPA certification
• Ability to obtain a Physician Assistant license for the Commonwealth of Pennsylvania

Features and Benefits

• Compensation consistent with leading academic institutions?
• CME Funds
• Vacation, Holiday, Sick and CME Time
• Generous 403b retirement match
• Health, dental, and vision
• Malpractice
• Tuition remission
• Savi- student loan repayment program

We are committed to fostering a welcoming environment for students, faculty, and staff. We believe that diversity (of experiences, thought, etc.) enriches our learning environment and strengthens our academic community. We encourage applications from individuals whose backgrounds, experiences, and perspectives will enhance our commitment to these values.

About Temple Health

Temple Health is a major Philadelphia-based academic health system that is driving medical advances through clinical innovation, pioneering research and world-class education. The health system’s 1,550+ physicians and scientists share a common mission of bringing tomorrow’s treatments to the bedside today, helping them achieve outcomes once thought impossible.

About Philadelphia

Located in the heart of Philadelphia, TUHS provides access to a diverse and culturally rich city with thriving neighborhoods, arts, and cuisine. "Philadelphia is a city of firsts: first hospital, first library, first medical school. It’s a place where big ideas come to life." – Alexander Hamilton

Preference given to those with experience teaching physician assistant students or managing physician assistants.

Equal Employment Opportunity StatementTemple University values diversity and is committed to equal opportunity for all persons regardless of age, color, disability, ethnicity, marital status, national origin, race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status or any other status protected by law.