Instructor (Fiscal) - Physician Assistant Program

Instructor (Fiscal) - Physician Assistant Program

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Please see Special Instructions for more details.

Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. for other than practical training. The university will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Screening will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Candidates should apply online at https://jobs.indstate.edu/postings/48090. Follow the link "Apply for this Job". It will direct you to attach your cover letter, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts and a list of at least three professional references to applicant tracking system.

Inquiries to Christen Schmidt, Chair of the Search Committee

Christen.Schmidt@indstate.edu

Position Details

Position Details

About the Institution

Indiana State University is a world-class center of higher education, located in Terre Haute, Indiana, and serving a multi-state region that stretches from Indianapolis to St. Louis, Chicago, Louisville, Cincinnati, and beyond. It has been recognized by the Princeton Review as among the best universities in the Midwest.

Indiana State is a beautiful, pedestrian-friendly campus located within walking distance of local shops, restaurants, and activities in Terre Haute's historic downtown district. Situated near the Indiana-Illinois border, the campus is about an hour's drive from Indianapolis and within a few hours of other major metropolitan areas.

Indiana State, one of the most diverse campuses in Indiana, is a welcoming community of students, faculty, and staff representing most U.S. states and many countries around the world. There are more than 260 student-run organizations offering activities and entertainment throughout the year, along with 15 NCAA Division I athletic teams, a first-rate student recreation center with numerous classes and recreational sports programs, and a Performing Arts Series and University Speakers Series that bring national touring productions and speakers to campus. Indiana State is a place of belonging where students, faculty, and staff learn and thrive together.

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Comments to Applicants

Candidates must be eligible to work in the U.S. for other than practical training. The university will not provide visa sponsorship for this position.

Screening will begin immediately and will continue until the position is filled. Candidates should apply online at https://jobs.indstate.edu/postings/48090. Follow the link "Apply for this Job". It will direct you to attach your cover letter, curriculum vitae, unofficial transcripts and a list of at least three professional references to applicant tracking system.

Inquiries to Christen Schmidt, Chair of the Search Committee

Christen.Schmidt@indstate.edu

Job Title Instructor (Fiscal) - Physician Assistant Program Department Applied Medicine & Rehabilitation Work Schedule

Varies by semester and with teaching schedule

Notice of Vacancy Number F24-00034 Desired Start Date Open Date 05/03/2024 Close Date Open Until Filled Yes Job Category Faculty

• Instructor Job Type Faculty

• Full Time Pay Grade 110

• Instructor

• Multi-Year (FN) Salary Range Commensurate with experience Benefits Associated with this Position

• Life Insurance: The coverage amount is based on two and one-half times appointment salary rounded up to the next whole thousand with a maximum coverage of $100,000 and includes the same amount of Accidental Death and Dismemberment benefits. The University currently pays the entire cost of coverage.

• Medical, Dental and Prescription Drug Coverage: The cost of coverage is shared between employees and the University. Rates are determined by participation in Wellness Program and use of tobacco products. Coverage is available on the first of the month following appointment date.

• TIAA Retirement Contributions: Contributions begin based upon the first day of employment at a contribution rate of ten (10) percent of base appointment salary paid in full by ISU. The contributions are vested immediately. There are 40 investment options from which to choose.

• TIAA Auto Enroll: New employees are automatically enrolled in a tax deferred retirement program at hire: three (3) percent is deducted before taxes for the program to facilitate retirement planning. Employees may opt out of the program within 90 days.

• Long Term Disability Coverage: Employees are eligible after three (3) years of continuous, regular employment with the University. This policy guarantees approved disabled employees a 66 2/3 percent income protection (from all sources) after 180 days of continuous total disability. Immediate participation is available for current members of a comparable group disability insurance program within 90 days prior to ISU employment and that would have provided income protection upon disability for at least five years.

• Fee Waiver Program: For the employee, spouse and dependent children: Staff may enroll in up to 18 hours of course work each academic year at a reduced rate. Spouses may enroll in 15 semester hours each academic year with 80% of qualified tuition waived. Dependent children of regular full-time staff who are full-time degree seeking undergraduate students at ISU may receive a fee waiver of 80% of qualified tuition for up to a total of ten (10) semesters. Consult your department for any limitations or restrictions.

• Sick Leave: Accrues at a rate of 12 days per academic year with unlimited accumulation.

• Pay Options: Faculty on academic year appointments have the option of receiving their salary paid in 10 payments (September 1 through June 1) or 12 payments (September 1 through August 1) each year.

Optional Benefits

• Voluntary Life Insurance: Additional amounts of life insurance may be purchased on employee, spouse and dependent children.

• Voluntary Vision Plan: May enroll within the first 31 days of employment date.

Job Summary/Basic Function

• Teach PA classes, participating in didactic and clinical education. This may require exam remediation/review with students that is typically done on campus.

• Participate in Mid-Rotation evaluations for students in the clinical year. This requires phone calls to the students and may require after-hours scheduling due to the student's clinical work schedule.

• Engage in student advising every semester, often done on campus and in addition to office hours.

• Engage in student professionalism evaluations at least 2 semesters a year. This is often done on campus in addition to office hours.

• Participate/conduct collaborative research with student/student groups.

• Participate in program-sponsored community outreach activities that are scheduled outside of regular class schedules and sometimes after 5 PM.

• Participate in all college, department, program, didactic, clinical, advisory council, and admissions meetings as scheduled by members of the college or Physician Assistant Committee (PAC). These meetings are in addition to scheduled teaching and are mandatory unless otherwise stated.

• Participate and possibly be the lead faculty/team member for activities that may include and are not limited to Website Maintenance, Program Social Media management, White Coat Ceremony, grant-related activities, Inter-professional events, etc.

• Participate and possibly lead the Admissions Team.

• Applicants will need to become familiar with programs such as CANVAS, EXXAT, Web-Admit (CASPA site), and the Physician Assistant Education Association (PAEA) website.

• Become familiar with the ARC-PA accreditation process, including but not limited to the required Self Study Report/s.

Specific Responsibilities

This is an Instructor (Fiscal) position. Teach Physician Assistant classes, and participate in didactic and clinical education, advising students, conducting collaborative research, mentor student research, and engage in department and program activities.

Required Relevant Education & Experience

Experience in PA education and/or a minimum of 2 years experience as a practicing clinician (PA-C, NP, MD, DO, DVM).

Required Field(s) of Study Preferred Relevant Education and Experience Supervisory Responsibilities This job has no supervisory responsibilities. Preferred Certificates, Licenses and Registrations Required Certificates, Licenses, and Registrations

Current NCCPA certification, eligibility for licensure in Indiana.

Preferred Other Certificates, Licenses and Registrations Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Able to adapt to change, Able to assemble, analyze and present data, Able to learn and retain information, Able to multitask, Able to plan, organize, and implement projects in a timely manner, Able to read English, understand, and follow verbal and written instructions, Able to work both independently and collaboratively, Able to work carefully and politely around others, Able to work well with others, Attention to detail, Demonstration of high ethical standards, integrity, professionalism, politeness, and courteousness, Excellent customer service skills, Excellent interpersonal, organizational, planning, teambuilding and problem solving skills, Experience and knowledge in job related program, Experience in an educational environment preferred, Willing to interact with students, Work effectively with a diverse community Other Knowledge, Skills and Abilities Qualifications & Disclaimer

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

The information on this description is designed to indicate the general nature and level of work performed by employees within the classification. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities and qualifications required of employees assigned to this job.

NCAA Guidelines

All employees and staff of ISU are bound by all NCAA, Missouri Valley Conference and institutional rules and regulations pertaining to intercollegiate athletics and must conduct themselves in accordance therewith. For more complete information on the duties and obligations of ISU employees and staff in this regard, employees and staff should contact the Compliance Office in the ISU Athletic Department.

No ISU employee (whether paid or a volunteer) shall knowingly influence others to furnish the NCAA or an ISU investigator/compliance officer false or misleading information concerning an individual's involvement in or knowledge of matters relevant to a possible violation of an NCAA regulation. Failure to abide by this term of employment shall constitute unethical conduct as defined by the NCAA and may result in immediate suspension and/or termination of the employment relationship with ISU.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Cover Letter/ Letter of Application

• Curriculum Vitae

• References

• Master's Transcript

Optional Documents

• Doctoral Transcript

• Other Transcript

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

• Do you possess experience in PA education and/or a minimum of 2 years experience as a practicing clinician (PA-C, NP, MD, DO, DVM)?

• Yes

• No