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Job Description Summary
The Principal Faculty role at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) Physician Assistant (PA) Program is a full-time position focused on teaching curriculum development student mentorship and scholarly activities. The faculty member will deliver didactic and clinical education contribute to accreditation processes and engage in interprofessional collaboration. The position includes opportunities for clinical practice and requires participation in program events admissions and university committees.Entity
Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)Worker Type
EmployeeWorker Sub-Type
FacultyCost Center
CC000228 CHP - PAPay Rate Type
SalaryPay Grade
University-00
Pay Range
Scheduled Weekly Hours
40Work Shift
Job Description
Key Duties and Responsibilities
Teach in areas of expertise within the PA programs didactic and clinical curriculum
Develop deliver and evaluate course content ensuring alignment with program objectives and ARC-PA standards
Provide academic and professional advising and mentoring to students
Participate in the admissions process including applicant review and interviews
Engage in scholarly activities including research publications and presentations
Serve on program college and university committees as needed
Participate in program graduation and white coat ceremonies
Contribute to the ongoing self-study and accreditation processes for the PA program
Participate in professional development activities to maintain clinical and educational expertise
Clinical practice release time up to 0.2 FTE
Minimum Requirements
Masters degree in Physician Assistant Studies or a related field
Hold or be willing to obtain within three to five years a doctoral degree in a relevant field
Current NCCPA certification (if a PA) or appropriate licensure/certification in a relevant healthcare profession
Eligibility for professional licensure/certification in South Carolina and healthcare discipline as applicable
At least three years of clinical experience in a relevant healthcare field
Excellent communication organizational self-motivation and leadership skills
Preferred Qualifications
Interest or experience teaching clinical skills (e.g. history taking physical examination
procedures)
Experience teaching in a PA program or graduate medical education setting
Demonstrated success in curriculum development and educational innovation
Record of scholarly activity including publications and presentations
Experience with interprofessional education and collaboration
Familiarity with ARC-PA accreditation standards and processes
Familiarity with learning management systems and other educational technology
Work Environment
Primarily on-site at MUSCs Charleston campus with flexibility for hybrid work as needed
Occasional evenings/weekends for faculty development or program events
Collaborative setting with faculty students and healthcare partners across the university
Additional Job Description
Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform pinching operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects up to 15 lbs. from floor level to height of 36 inches unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects up to 15 lbs. from height of 36 inches to floor level unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects up to 15 lbs. unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision corrected in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals you will enjoy your career with us!
The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion or belief age sex national origin gender identity sexual orientation disability protected veteran status family or parental status or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications merit and business need.
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