Clinical Assistant Professor

Posting Summary

Position Title Clinical Assistant Professor FLSA Department Physician's Assistant Program Job Summary

Xavier University Physician Assistant Program represents excellence in teaching the art of medicine. We provide our students with an environment that fosters quality academic and clinical education.

Our integrated program is geared toward the continuous development of an excellent basic and clinical science program. Our interdisciplinary format of teaching facilitates students to excel in integrative patient care, education, and service to benefit our community. The Physician Assistant profession is one of the top five fastest growing careers.

This is an exciting time to be in medicine as advances in medicine are moving at an incredibly fast pace. The program is within the College of Pharmacy at Xavier University of Louisiana. We are committed to providing a learning experience that cultivates an environment of academic excellence to prepare all PA graduates for the practice of medicine and enhance the delivery of high-quality health care in diverse healthcare environments.

Xavier University of Louisiana Physician Assistant Program invites applications for a Clinical Assistant Professor of Didactic Education, a full-time non-tenure-track twelve-month faculty position commencing Fall Semester 2024. The ideal candidate will possess at least a Master's Degree as a Physician Assistant, Medical Degree, Pharmacy degree or Ph.D. in a related discipline. Post-doctoral training is preferred.

The successful candidate will demonstrate potential for excellence in teaching and advising graduate students. Faculty in the Physician Assistant Program are expected to teach effectively, advise students, contribute to the overall success of the program, and demonstrate a commitment to working with students from diverse backgrounds.

Minimum Qualifications

If a PA, PharmD, or MD, prefer at least 3 years of clinical experience.

Strong interpersonal skills including written and verbal communication, problem-solving and critical decision-making abilities.

Knowledge of and commitment to current trends in physician assistant education.

Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Ability to function independently while operating effectively within a team environment.

High level of professionalism, leadership, creative problem solving, diplomacy, and the ability to self-manage complex projects, seeking direction as needed.

Proficiency with MS Office Suite, Internet, and other programs as needed.

The ability to work with diverse students, faculty, and staff.

Ability to work highly independently, organize work with extreme attention to detail and accuracy; demonstrated skill in assessing timelines and coordinating numerous assignments and projects simultaneously under heavy and fluctuating workloads and conflicting deadlines.

Preferred Qualifications

Previous faculty experience in a PA program is preferred but not required.

Experience with the ARC-PA accreditation process is a plus.

Familiarity with specific applications used by the University/Department preferred.

Graduation from ARC-PA accredited physician assistant program.

Master's Degree in Physician Assistant Studies

Current NCCPA certification and eligible for licensure in the State of Louisiana.

OR

Currently licensed allopathic or osteopathic physician.

Certified by an ABMS-or AOA -approved specialty board Louisiana.

Currently licensed Pharmacist - Approved Board Certification

Special Requirements Summary Work Hours

Full-Time

KSA's

Knowledge, Education, Experience, and Proficiencies

Proficiencies required of an applicant for this position:

Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Google Drive

If PA-C, current NCCPA certification and eligible for licensure in the State of Louisiana.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Essential Duties and Responsibilities Description

In conjunction with the Program Director participate in coordinating, overseeing, teaching, and designing a challenging didactic curriculum while facilitating professional development.

Participate in accreditation activities, accreditation documentation and leading the implementation of quality assurance practices related to the didactic education curriculum, students, and instructors.

Serve as a course instructor in areas where he/she has demonstrated competence and experience and the ability to develop instructional materials in evidence-based practice and research as needed by the program.

Participate in clinical practice or scholarly activities including research and active participation in state or national organizations.

Assist in reviewing and updating the student handbook on an annual basis.

Assist in recruitment and selection of applicants for admission which includes reviewing applications and conducting interviews.

Ensure appropriate counseling, advising, and mentoring of students. Reviews didactic/academic/clinical performance with students as needed.

Provide remedial instruction as needed.

Participate in PA program, college, and university committees and attend related functions.

Maintain clinical competency and knowledge of current best practices within the profession (if a licensed PA, PharmD or MD).

Uphold the values and mission of Xavier University of Louisiana.

Support the values of the College: diversity, teaching excellence, student success, innovation, and creativity.

Perform additional duties as assigned by the Program Director.

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number F136P Number of Vacancies 1 Desired Start Date Position End Date (if temporary) Posting Date Application Review Date Closing Date Open Until Filled Yes Special Instructions to Applicants

Qualified candidates are invited to apply using Xavier's online application site by logging in to https://jobs.xula.edu. Please submit the following materials: (1) A letter of interest describing your professional goals, relevant academic preparation and experience, teaching philosophy, and research interest; (2) comprehensive curriculum vitae; (3) transcript; and (4) contact information for three references.

Please contact the search committee chair, Jill Fitzpatrick, PA-C at jfitzpat@xula.edu for additional information or questions. Xavier University of Louisiana is committed to diversity, equity and inclusion. The Department of Physician Assistant Studies is especially interested in exceptionally well qualified applicants who will contribute, through their research, teaching and service, to the diversity and excellence of the academic community.

Screening of candidates will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. All applications received before June 20, 2024 are assured consideration.

Quicklink for Posting https://jobs.xula.edu/postings/3135

About Xavier

About Xavier

Founded in 1925 by Saint Katharine Drexel and the Sisters of the Blessed Sacrament, Xavier University of Louisiana is the only Catholic Historically Black College and University (HBCU). Located in New Orleans, the ultimate purpose of the University is to contribute to the promotion of a more just and humane society by preparing its students to assume roles of leadership and service in a global society. Xavier University of Louisiana's current enrollment is 3,419.

Of these, 2,693 are undergraduates and 205 are graduate students enrolled in Masters and Doctoral programs in the College of Arts and Sciences. In addition, there are 518 students enrolled in the College of Pharmacy, which offers the Master of Health Science in Physician Assistant Studies, the Master of Science in Pharmaceutical Sciences, and the Doctor of Pharmacy. Xavier's student body is 80% African American, with approximately 37% from Louisiana, primarily from the New Orleans area. The balance comes from 42 other states, the District of Columbia, the Virgin Islands, and several countries.