Program Support Specialist

Physician Assistant Student Clinical Rotations Support This position is responsible for supporting the administration of physician assistant student clinical rotations which includes clinical site relations, student and preceptor compliance documentation, student rotation and assessment monitoring, assisting clinical faculty with coordinating on-campus learning activities, and maintaining documentation for program accreditation requirements. This position works closely with faculty to assure efficient management of the clinical education curriculum and to serve the needs of clinical phase PA students. Salary Grade: 12 Please see Staff Compensation Structure or Skilled Crafts and Service Maintenance Compensation Schedule for salary ranges. For salary grade UC, these positions are "Unclassified" and salary ranges are determined by the hiring department. Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Assist in the development of new clinical sites and maintain current clinical sites to serve the needs of the program. Monitor adequacy of clinical sites and preceptors. Assist with coordinating, scheduling, and modifying student rotation schedules. Conduct routine visits to assessment monitoring of students, clinical preceptors, and clinical sites. Management and organization of confidential documentation necessary for clinical site and preceptor maintenance, to include affiliation agreements, medical licensure and board certification. Assist with coordination of the end of the rotation days/events. Assist with coordination of seminar and end of curriculum activities. Assist with planning and coordinating white coat and graduation ceremonies. Monitor and document student compliance with site-specific requirements. Monitor and document progress and completion of rotation assignments, including rotation schedules, preceptor evaluations, site evaluations, assignments, and patient logging. Continuous participation in the program's comprehensive and ongoing self-assessment, analysis, and accreditation processes. Assist in management of clinical software system. Any other duties assigned by the Program Director or Clinical Coordinator. Some travel required. Minimum Qualifications: Education: Associate's degree Healthcare, business, marketing, or a related field. Experience: 1 - 2 years experience related to the scope and function of the job. Preferred Qualifications: Bachelor's degree or higher in healthcare, business, marketing, or related field. Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities: Evidence of a high level of enthusiasm and strong commitment to higher education Experience in public relations Excellent verbal and written communication skills Organizational skills Proficient computer skills Working Conditions and Physical Effort: No unusual physical requirements Requires no heavy lifting Nearly all work is performed in comfortable indoor facility Externally imposed deadlines set or revised on short notice Frequent shifts in priority Typical office setting Instructions for Applying: Applicants must apply at and attach a cover letter, resume, and contact information for three professional references. Equal Employment Opportunity Statement: Mississippi State University is an equal opportunity institution. Discrimination is prohibited in university employment, programs or activities based on race, color, ethnicity, sex, pregnancy, religion, national origin, disability, age, sexual orientation, genetic information, status as a U.S. veteran, or any other status to the extent protected by applicable law. Questions about equal opportunity programs or compliance should be directed to the Office of Civil Rights Compliance, 231 Famous Maroon Band Street, P.O. 6044, Mississippi State, MS 39762, View phone number on click.appcast.io. What do I do if I need an accommodation? In compliance with the ADA Amendments Act (ADA), if you have a disability and would like to request an accommodation in order to apply for a position with Mississippi State University, please contact the Department of Human Resources Management at tel: View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. If you have any questions regarding this policy, contact the Department of Human Resources Management at View phone number on click.appcast.io or View email address on click.appcast.io. Upon request, sections of this job listing are available in large print, and readers are available to assist the visually impaired.