Employment Type : Full-Time
College of Saint Mary strives to create a safe, inclusive educational environment Physician Assistant (PA) Faculty Responsibilities: Job Type: Full-time
where every person’s worth and dignity is valued and nurtured. Applicants representing diverse
backgrounds and experiences are highly encouraged to apply.
College of Saint Mary (CSM) is seeking an open-rank professor for the Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies
program. Successful applicants will be PAs with a master’s degree or higher, hold current NCCPA certification, and have at
least two years’ experience in clinical practice as a PA or physician. Join a talented team of faculty that is committed to
providing teaching and learning experiences using best practices and contributing to the profession through service and
scholarships.
Qualifications:
A Physician assistant with a master’s degree or higher from an accredited academic institution, current NCCPA
certification and eligibility for licensure in the state of Nebraska by time of appointment. Track record of excellent
teaching and scholarly activity as demonstrated by, publications, conference presentations, and teaching
evaluations (if available). Ability to network with outside organizations and facilities. Values cultural humility,
promoting diversity, inclusion and culturally resonant health care practices and service. Experience teaching PAs in
an academic setting. Experience in leadership roles in academic institution or professional society. Two or more
years of clinical experience. Membership in local, state, or national PA or other medical organizations**
Report to the PA Program Director and work collaboratively with faculty. Faculty are responsible for developing
and guiding the curriculum for PA students. This includes and is not limited to Assist with the development,
content, implementation, and evaluation of the didactic curriculum; Recruit external and internal lecturers for
didactic courses; Prepare and deliver current content based upon ARC-PA standards and the NCCPA blueprint for
the PANCE; Advise and evaluate PA students throughout the program; Develop and maintain required
documentation regarding student grades, remediation plans, academic issues, and other topics related to didactic
education; Participate in the admissions process; Participate in the program’s ongoing self-study, accreditation, and
continuous improvement processes; Maintain professional currency through clinical practice (20% release) if
desired; and Engage in scholarship, service and/or other research that promotes CSM’s mission and PA education.