USAHS is looking for dynamic, innovative, and collaborative PA to join our team to play an integral role in developing and supporting an outstanding PA program. A faculty member at the University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) provides a direct interface in all matters relating to PA education. As a faculty member you will provide insight and leadership to ensure educational student learning outcomes are met. All faculty will be responsible for oversight of quality in didactic and clinical education settings, as well as assuring ARC-PA and other accreditation requirements are met.

The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences (USAHS) is a graduate institution that emphasizes health and rehabilitative science education through innovative classroom and distance education, and offers degree programs in physical therapy, occupational therapy, nursing, education and health science, as well as continuing education programs. Founded in 1979, USAHS has campuses in San Marcos, California; Miami and St. Augustine, Florida; and Austin, Texas. USAHS is regionally accredited by the Western Association of Schools and Colleges Senior College and University Commission.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

Teaching:
Provides student-centered learning through best practice teaching activities
Optimizes class/lab/online environment that is conducive to student learning by developing creative, challenging and evidence-based learning opportunities
Uses learning assessment information to improve teaching and curriculum; participates in quality improvement initiatives to meet program and institutional goals
Provides current, organized, error free instructional materials
Maintains all components of the learning environment including online course portal management

Scholarship:
Actively engages in scholarship to advance knowledge
Establishes and implements an approved scholarship plan/faculty development plan as required by accreditation and university standard
Stays current with clinical practice and evidence that support content area expertise and professional growth
Disseminates scholarly work consistent with University policies and accreditation expectations

Service:
Supports shared governance and promoting one's profession
Serves on programmatic and university committees as assigned
Actively participates in his/her professional association
Serves as university liaison in community and/or professional activities
Uses release time that enhances the program (e.g. - clinical practice, consultation, advanced degree, research, service) as approved by the program director
Participates in university governance, curriculum planning, and functions to support development and growth of the institution

Administration:
Supports efficient and consistent practices
Performs course coordinator and lead instructor roles as assigned; works collaboratively with members of the team
Advises students on academic, professional and/or personal issues while providing referrals when appropriate
Provides other administrative duties as assigned
Completes annual self-evaluation of faculty performance and sets goals for the next year in collaboration with the program director; is actively engaged in faculty development opportunities to meet performance goals

Professionalism:
Displays the behaviors of a professional academician and follows expected discipline specific Code of Ethics
Promotes professionalism by modeling and encouraging such behaviors inside and outside the classroom setting
Supports and exemplifies the University's core values
Actively engages in interprofessional collaboration activities
Upholds and enforces student and faculty handbook policies and University policies/procedures
Other responsibilities as assigned by the program director

Employment Type
Regular

Job Title
Faculty, Physican Assistant Program

External Requirements
Requirements:

• Master's degree in Physician Assistant Studies with demonstrated clinical expertise (plans to obtain a terminal degree will be considered); Doctoral degree preferred
• A minimum of 5 years of clinical experience as a certified PA
• Prior teaching experience preferred
• Current NCCPA certification
• Current State licensure required

Licensing / Certification:

Faculty Members must be appropriately credentialed, possess an earned degree from an accredited institution.

This role could be right for you if you are passionate about teaching, scholarly activity, and service. Individuals who are dedicated to student-centered values and the pursuit of continued personal growth will thrive at the University of St. Augustine. As a member of the USAHS team, you will enjoy a competitive salary and attractive benefits, including medical, dental and life insurance; 401k plan; and much more.

University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences is an equal opportunity employer. EOE.


Institution
University of St Augustine

City
San Marcos

Position Type
Faculty/Academics


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