Adjunct Faculty: Physician Assistant

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Minimum Qualifications Graduate of an accredited PA Program with a master’s degree (doctorate preferred) and 18 credit hours in area to be credentialed for teaching OR graduate of an accredited medical school with an MD or DO degree OR graduate of a College of Pharmacy with a PharmD degree. If a PA, eligible for Georgia Physician Assistant licensure, OR other licensure as appropriate to qualifications. If a PA, current NCCPA certification, OR other certification appropriate to qualifications. At least 3 years of prior clinical experience; other professional experience will be considered. Prior clinical precepting or teaching experience for an accredited physician assistant program or medical school is strongly preferred. Ability to function well within a collegial, collaborative work environment, with excellent communication skills, organizational skills, and analytical abilities. Responsibilities Role of the adjunct faculty: The adjunct faculty member works closely with the Chair and Program Director (Chair/PD), Assistant Program Director (APD), Director of Didactic Education (DDE) and Director of Clinical Education (DCE) to develop and deliver courses or parts of courses within the didactic and clinical curricula. Teaching: Serve as Instructor for didactic courses and EOR seminars, as assigned. Prepare syllabi, book lists, objectives and learning outcomes, as required. Prepare assigned lectures using applicable technology. Assume assigned role in test preparation and other methods of evaluating student performance, as appropriate. Participate in text selection or other teaching modalities, as appropriate. Assess student progress in assigned courses, prepare final grades for submission by the DDE or DCE, and notify the Directors of Didactic or Clinical Education, and Assistant Program Director (APD) and/or Chair/PD of any at-risk students. Instruct and supervise students in assigned clinical practice labs, simulation activities, and small group sessions. Evaluate student performance in didactic and clinical courses (including written and practical exams, Clinical Problem Solving (CPS) and OSCEs) and the program summative evaluation. Critique student assignments and provide prompt feedback. Conduct class evaluations and complete other evaluations in accordance with college and university policy. Assist with student tutorial/remediation sessions. Maintain student records and do appropriate follow-up on all correspondence pertaining to students and course assignments and assessments. Keep informed of current trends and new approaches to instruction via professional development activities. Advising: Meet with any student who has performed unsatisfactorily either academically or professionally, to provide opportunities for the student to discuss their adjustment processes, approaches to meeting the expectations of the program and to assess for potential areas that can be addressed in an attempt to improve performance. Refer students to counselors or the Center for Academic Success as needed. Inform the DDE, DCE, APD and/or Chair/PD pertinent information on any student considered at risk, needing additional monitoring, and/or requiring additional coursework or any other form of remediation to meet program-defined learning outcomes. Maintain up-to-date records on student advising sessions. Discuss with Chair/PD any student issues or concerns regarding a student’s ability to successfully progress through the program. No supervisory responsibilities required. Working Conditions Mostly sedentary work. Work is performed in an office environment and requires the ability to operate standard office equipment related to teaching. Prolonged periods sitting and standing. The worker must have close visual acuity to grade papers, view a computer terminal, and extensive reading. Must have the ability to travel short distances, and/or drive a vehicle to deliver and pick up materials. Exerting up to 15 pounds of force to lift, carry, push, pull or otherwise move objects. Some repetitive motion. Title IX Implications All employees who are not confidential employees must report any possible sexual harassment or discrimination based on sex to the Title IX Coordinator. Employees are encouraged to report concerns in writing via email. Any employee or student who informs an employee (including both Responsible and Confidential employees) of pregnancy or related conditions must promptly provide that person with the Title IX Coordinator’s contact information and inform that person that the Title IX Coordinator can coordinate actions to prevent sex discrimination and ensure equal access to the educational program or activity. Payroll Status Exempt, salaried. Travel Requirements N/A. Special Requirements May be subject to pre-employment criminal history background check, random credit checks, MVR, drug screen, and criminal history checks. Licensure Requirements If the position requires you to hold a professional degree, license, or certification, proof of such professional degree, license, or certification must be provided in addition to the application for consideration. Failure to provide proof when applicable may result in rejection of the application. #J-18808-Ljbffr