Assistant Director Physician Assistant Program

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As a faith-based and patient-focused organization Mercy Health exists to enhance the health and well-being of all people in mind body and spirit through exceptional patient care. Success in this goal requires a culture of compassion collaboration excellence and respect. Mercy Health seeks people that are committed to our values of compassion human dignity integrity service and stewardship to create an environment where associates want to work and help communities thrive.

Assistant Program Director Physician Assistant ProgramMercy College

Job Summary:

The Assistant Program Director supports the Program Director in the leadership and operational execution of the Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) program with specific emphasis on implementation and coordination of day-to-day academic and administrative activities. While not the final decision-maker the APD plays a critical role in aligning curriculum assessment and accreditation efforts with program goals and regulatory standards. This position ensures continuity of operations by serving as a key liaison among faculty staff students and external partners and is prepared to assume program leadership in the temporary absence of the Program Director. The Assistant Program Director fulfills the responsibilities of a full-time assistant program director with a teaching workload aligned to the expectations of the role and determined at the discretion of the Dean.

Essential Functions:

• Collaborates with the Program Director and faculty to ensure academic and operational management in alignment with ARC-PA standards institutional policies and goals and the Colleges mission vision and values.
• Provides guidance and coordination to Academic and Clinical Coordinators in the implementation and evaluation of designated program components ensuring consistency with established curriculum frameworks in coordination with the Program Director and curriculum committee.
• Assists the Program Director in mentoring new and existing faculty contributing to a collegial and supportive academic environment; participates in faculty onboarding and peer evaluation processes.
• Collaborates on programmatic data collection activities and analysis related to program assessment student outcomes and continuous improvement initiatives as outlined in the programs assessment plan.
• Contributes to the preparation of accreditation documents (e.g. self-study reports annual updates) and assists with logistics and documentation in support of ARC-PA site visits and interim reviews.
• Participates in planning and execution of program operations in collaboration with the Program Director.
• Maintains relationships with internal departments and external stakeholders to support student recruitment clinical site engagement and community partnerships under the direction of the Program Director.
• Teaching scholarship service and other expectations as outlined for a full-time assistant program director/faculty member.
• Provides academic advising to assigned PA students and contributes to the monitoring of student performance; assists in the development and implementation of individualized remediation plans when necessary.
• Actively participates in the student admissions process through application review interview facilitation and recruitment events in alignment with program recruitment goals.

This document is not an exhaustive list of all responsibilities skills duties requirements or working conditions associated with the job. Employees may be required to perform other job-related duties as required by their supervisor subject to reasonable accommodation.

Education:

Masters in Physician Assistant Studies (required)

Earned Doctorate (PhD EdD DHSc) (preferred)

Licensure/Certification:

Physician Assistant active license (required) or licensure eligible in the State of Ohio

National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) (required)

Experience:

3-5 years as a Physician Assistant

3 years as a PA program faculty member including track record of successful administrative/management role within an entry level PA Program (e.g. Master of Physician Assistant Studies or similar).

Mercy Health is an equal opportunity employer.

As a Mercy Health associate youre part of a Misson that matters. We support your well-being personally and professionally. Our benefits are built to grow with you and meet your unique needs every step of the way.

What we offer
Competitive pay incentives referral bonuses and 403(b) with employer contributions (when eligible)
Medical dental vision prescription coverage HAS/FSA options life insurance mental health resources and discounts
Paid time off parental and FMLA leave short- and long-term disability backup care for children and elders
Tuition assistance professional development and continuing education support

Benefits may vary based on the market and employment status.

Department:

It is our policy to abide by all Federal and State laws as well as the requirements of 41 CFR 60-1.4(a) 60-300.5(a) and 60-741.5(a). Accordingly all applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race color national origin religion sex sexual orientation gender identity age genetic information or protected veteran status and will not be discriminated against on the basis of disability. If youd like to view a copy of the affirmative action plan or policy statement for Mercy Health Youngstown Ohio or Bon Secours Franklin Virginia; Petersburg Virginia; and Emporia Virginia which are Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Employer please email . If you are an individual with a disability and would like to request a reasonable accommodation as part of the employment selection process please contact The Talent Acquisition Team at .