Medical Director (MPAS - AZ)

Franklin Pierce University is hiring for a Part-time Medical Director to support our Master of Physician Assistant Studies in Arizona.The Franklin Pierce University Master of Physician Assistant Studies (MPAS) Program at Goodyear, Arizona is committed to collegial collaboration amongst all members of the team, across all phases of the program. The Medical Director of the Physician Assistant (PA) Studies Program is a part-time (8 hours per week) twelve (12) month appointment.Reporting to the Program Director of Physician Assistant Studies you will primary be responsible for providing continuous, competent, medical guidance in the didactic and clinical components of the PA program to ensure that it meets current acceptable accreditation standards.The Medical Director will serve as liaison to the physician community, participate in various committees, as well as perform some instructional and administrative duties.Qualifications:The Medical Director shall be a licensed, board-certified physician and should have:Knowledge of the PA profession, practice standards, and roles.Prior experience in supervising or working with practicing graduate physician assistants.Excellent written and oral communication, as well as interpersonal, planning, administrative and organizational skills.Prior teaching experience preferred.Primary care experience preferred.Job Responsibilities:Instructional:Teach assigned courses in accordance with the course syllabus, institutional policy, and accreditation standards.Participate in the update and revision of course content and teaching methodology to maintain current evidence-based medicine.Provide advice and/or assistance as appropriate to faculty regarding course content and instructional materials.Assist with the administration, organization, and development of the clinical education phase of the program.Academic Advising:Serve as Academic Advisor to Physician Assistant Studies students.Maintain general knowledge of degree requirements, graduation requirements, remediation, and student services.Administration:Advocate for the PA program and provide connections to the medical community.Assist in program self-study and assist in preparation of accreditation related documents.Participate in departmental committees as available and required.Participate in the PA White Coat Ceremony, graduation ceremonies in full regalia, and other official events.About FPU:Since 1962, Franklin Pierce University has empowered thousands of undergraduate and graduate students to achieve academic excellence and lead meaningful, successful lives. Drawing from our strong foundation in liberal education, we offer majors and programs that develop essential, professional skills; promote close connections between students, faculty members, and staff; and position our students to realize their potential through highly personalized, financially accessible academic offerings.Franklin Pierce encompasses a far-reaching geographic and virtual network educating a diverse population of residential undergraduates, online learners, and full-time graduate students through our main campus in Rindge, NH, and online and graduate centers in Manchester, and Lebanon, (NH) and Goodyear, AZ.

We continue to explore new models and programs that build on our legacy of excellence and help students expand their knowledge, direct their passions, and graduate as qualified, engaged leaders.At Franklin Pierce University, we believe in establishing a legacy through our unique ability to support and prepare students to thrive as leaders and engaged members of society. To do this, we know that is takes outstanding people from every background imaginable to support our mission.As an Equal Opportunity employer, Franklin Pierce recognizes the impact of a diverse community and encourages applications from individuals with varied experiences, backgrounds and perspectives. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, national origin, pregnancy, age, disability gender identity and expression, protected veteran status or any other status protected by law.

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