What are the responsibilities and job description for the Physician Assistant Educator position at Dominican University?
We are seeking a dedicated and experienced Physician Assistant to join our team as a Lecturer, Physician Assistant Studies. This is a unique opportunity to combine your passion for teaching with your clinical expertise and make a meaningful contribution to the education of our students.
The successful candidate will have a strong background in physician assistant studies and a commitment to excellence in academic medicine. They will be responsible for teaching and service responsibilities at both the department and college levels, as well as engagement with professional organizations and community service.
This is an exciting opportunity for a healthcare professional who is passionate about teaching and has a commitment to excellence in academic medicine. If you are looking for a challenging and rewarding career that allows you to make a difference in the lives of our students, we encourage you to apply.
The position includes one weekday allocated for clinical practice, to be determined in collaboration with the Program Director and/or BCHS Dean. The role also involves participating in Return to Campus Days, simulation and skills activities, and Objective Structured Clinical Examinations (OSCEs).
Responsibilities
- Serve as course director and instructor for PAS courses, following the BCHS/PAS faculty workload guidelines.
- Design and implement course content that aligns with the PAS curriculum's student learning outcomes.
- Participate in capstone advising and mentoring, as well as student remediation efforts.
- Support ARC-PA accreditation processes and contribute to university-wide assessment initiatives.
Requirements
- Graduate of an accredited PA program with a Master's degree or higher in Physician Assistant Studies.
- Current Illinois PA licensure or eligibility for licensure in the state of Illinois.
- Experience as a practicing PA for a minimum of 3 years.
- NCCPA certification.
Preferred Qualifications
- Minimum of five years of clinical experience.
- Experience in the classroom or clinical teaching.
- Excellent communication skills and professionalism.
- Highly motivated, team player with a strong work ethic, and possesses a high level of collaborative competencies.
About Us
Dominican University is a Catholic, comprehensive teaching university located in River Forest, a suburb of Chicago, with an additional campus in the Pilsen neighborhood of Chicago. Accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, Dominican University offers associate, baccalaureate, master's, and doctoral degrees. It is highly regarded for its academic rigor, thoughtful accompaniment of students, intentional affordability, and values-based, relationship-centered learning environment.
