Physician Associate Principal Faculty Member

Alvernia University; Reading (Berks County); On-site; USD 85,000 - 105,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Comprehensive health coverage

403(b) retirement plan with match

18 paid holidays

Tuition remission

On-campus wellness center

Job summary

Alvernia University in Reading, PA, invites applications for a full-time, in-person, non-tenure track Faculty position in the Physician Assistant Program. The role supports curriculum development, instruction, and student mentorship at the John R. Post Center.

You will collaborate with program leadership, deliver didactic and clinical year content, participate in admissions, and contribute to program assessment. A master's degree or higher and NCCPA certification are required.

Qualifications

• NCCPA certification required.

Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, revise, and coordinate curriculum for didactic and clinical years.
• Collaborate with Program Director and faculty to deliver curriculum content.
• Instruct didactic and clinical year students.
• Develop and evaluate student assessments for didactic and clinical years.
• Mentor and advise physician assistant students.
• Participate in admissions and program assessment activities.
• Provide academic counseling and remediation support as needed.
• Contribute to program mission, goals, and competencies.

Skills

Organizational Skills

Interpersonal Skills

Problem Solving

Teamwork

Accountability

Education

Master's Degree or higher

NCCPA certification

Job description

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Full Time Reading, PA, US

4 days ago Requisition ID: 1620

Position Summary

This is a full-time, in-person, non-tenure track faculty position in the emerging Physician Associate (PA) Program, which is housed in the College of Health Sciences (CHS) at Alvernia University. Faculty will report directly to the PA Program Director. This principal faculty position is instrumental in the day-to-day operations of the Physician Associate Program and the education of its students. The program location will be at the John R. Post Center, Reading CollegeTowne site. Additional compensation may be available for administrative responsibilities assigned by the Program Director and performed beyond standard faculty duties, in accordance with institutional guidelines and subject to appropriate approval.

Principal Faculty Duties and Responsibilities

• Develop, evaluate, revise, and coordinate didactic and clinical year curriculum
• Work in collaboration with the Program Director and instructional faculty produce and deliver curriculum content
• Instruct didactic and clinical year students
• Develop and evaluate didactic and clinical year student assessments
• Mentor and advise physician assistant students
• Participate in the development and any necessary revision of the PA Program Mission Statement, Goals, and competencies
• Participate in the evaluation of the overall effectiveness of the Program in meeting its mission and goals
• Select applicants for admissions to the PA Program
• Provide academic counseling
• Participate in student remediation
• Participate in programmatic self-assessment and planning
• Provide instruction of content related to clinical expertise and as assigned by course directors

Required Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Strong organizational skills and keen attention to detail
• Adept interpersonal and communication skills
• Skillful problem-solving capabilities
• An ability to work effectively in a team environment
• Personal accountability for all duties outlined in the job description and as assigned by the Program Director

Supervision

Received: PA Program Director

Given: N/A

Minimum Qualifications

• NCCPA certification
• At least three years of clinical experience as a physician assistant
• Master’s Degree or higher

Employee Benefits

Join a team that values your well-being! We offer a comprehensive benefits package designed to support you and your family:

• Robust Health Coverage:Choose from three offered medical plans, plus dental and vision.
• Financial Security:Enjoy University-paid life/AD&D insurance and long-term disability, with options for short-term disability and supplemental coverage for you and your family (including accident, critical illness, and hospital indemnity plans). Flexible spending accounts are also available.
• Exceptional Retirement:Start saving immediately with our 403(b) Retirement Plan. You will get 100% immediate vesting, a University gift contribution, and a generous match up to 5% of your deferrals.
• Time Off:Take advantage of 18 paid holidays each year.
• Invest in Your Future:Enjoy tuition remission benefits for yourself and your dependents.
• On-Campus Wellness:Benefit-eligible employees on our main campus receive free access to our Medical & Counseling Center.
• Employee Meal Plan: This plan provides convenient, flexible dining options on campus at a reduced cost.