Physician Assistant Program Faculty - Practice Educator

Arcadia University; Glenside (PA); On-site; USD 85,000 - 110,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Healthcare benefits

Tuition benefits for employees and/or

Job summary

Arcadia University invites applications for a full-time, twelve-month, non-tenure track faculty position as an Assistant Professor of Practice in the Physician Assistant Program at the Glenside Campus.

The role emphasizes evidence-based teaching, curriculum development, and student mentoring, with service on committees and collaboration with clinical partners. The successful candidate will support accreditation efforts and contribute to program outcomes.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in physician assistant studies or related healthcare field is required.
• NCCPA Board certification.
• Working understanding of the PA education standards as defined by accrediting bodies.
• Experience with ARC-PA accreditation processes.
• At least three years of clinical experience as a healthcare provider.
• Familiarity with curriculum development and program evaluation.

Responsibilities

• Evaluate, revise, and coordinate course curriculum.
• Instruct didactic and clinical year students.
• Develop and evaluate student assessments.
• Develop, maintain, and mentor adjunct instructors.
• Participate in committees at the department and university levels.
• Mentor and advise physician assistant students.
• Participate in the evaluation of the program's overall effectiveness.
• Participate in student remediation.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Problem solving

Team collaboration

Student-centered approach

Accreditation support

Education

Master's degree in physician assistant studies or related healthcare field

Doctorate degree preferred

Job description

Arcadia University invites applications for a full-time, twelve-month, non-tenure track faculty position as an Assistant Professor of Practice in the Physician Assistant Program at the Glenside Campus.

The role emphasizes evidence-based teaching, curriculum development, and student mentoring, with service on committees and collaboration with clinical partners. The successful candidate will support accreditation efforts and contribute to program outcomes.