Physician Assistant Program Medical Director

South University; Montgomery (AL); On-site; USD 130,000 - 210,000; Full time

Job summary

South University seeks a Medical Director for its Physician Assistant program to lead medical education, supervise clinical experiences, and ensure alignment with current practice standards. This position participates in curriculum development, assessment, and accreditation activities, while fostering partnerships with clinical sites and preceptors.

The role includes teaching duties, student performance evaluation, and involvement in program advancement to support graduate outcomes and PA

Qualifications

• Must hold an MD/DO and be board certified with licensure current and unrestricted.
• Minimum five years of clinical practice and two years of healthcare leadership experience.
• Experience teaching at graduate level health professions and engaging in program assessment.

Responsibilities

• Provide medical guidance ensuring PA program didactic and SCPEs meet current standards.
• Support curriculum design, evaluation, and program assessment for ARC-PA accreditation.
• Lead clinical site development, preceptors, and partnerships with clinical facilities.
• Participate in admissions, OSCEs, and faculty development activities.
• Represent the department at professional meetings and advocate for the PA program.

Skills

Clinical leadership

Academic instruction

Student assessment

Communication skills

Education

MD/DO degree

Board certification

Job description

South University seeks a Medical Director for its Physician Assistant program to lead medical education, supervise clinical experiences, and ensure alignment with current practice standards. This position participates in curriculum development, assessment, and accreditation activities, while fostering partnerships with clinical sites and preceptors.

The role includes teaching duties, student performance evaluation, and involvement in program advancement to support graduate outcomes and PA