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Medical Assistant Program Directors are professionals responsible for overseeing and managing medical assistant training programs, typically within colleges, universities, or vocational schools. They develop curriculum, ensure programs meet accreditation standards, hire and supervise instructors, and monitor student progress. Their role ensures that students receive quality education and training to become competent medical assistants. Program Directors also stay current with industry trends and regulations to keep their programs relevant and effective.

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Program Director Physician Assistant Studies

West Liberty University

West Liberty, IA • On-site

$90 - $120/hr

Other

Re-posted 4 days ago

Key responsibilities

  • Supervise the medical director, faculty, and staff involved in the Physician Assistant Studies Program.

  • Oversee program organization, administration, fiscal management, and ensure compliance with ARC-PA standards and policies.

  • Coordinate curriculum development, program evaluation, and the admissions process for prospective students.

Job description

Mission Statement:

West Liberty University, established in 1837, was the first institution of higher education in West Virginia. We are a dynamic, inclusive, student-centered community that cultivates scholarly exploration, experiential learning, creative expression, and global citizenship.

The Opportunity:

West Liberty University is seeking applications for a Program Director of the Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies. This position is a full-time, 12-month tenure track faculty position with administrative responsibilities and reports to the Dean of the College of Sciences. The Accreditation Review Commission on Education for the Physician Assistant, Inc. (ARC-PA) has granted Accreditation-Continued status to the West Liberty University Physician Assistant Program sponsored by West Liberty University with an approximate date for the next validation review
in March 2035.

Essential Functions of the position:

The program director is responsible for providing effective leadership and management to the Physician Assistant Studies Program at West Liberty University. The responsibilities of the Program Director include the supervision of the medical director, principal and instructional faculty, and staff working within the PA program, program organization, program administration, fiscal management of the program, effective communication, continuous programmatic review and analysis, completion of ARC-PA required documents, and adherence to the Standards and ARC-PA policies (ARC-PA Standards, 6th Edition A2.09, A2.10). In addition, the program director represents the program and the PA profession at institutional and extra-institutional functions and activities.
The PA Program Director will oversee the administration of departmental assessments and reports; work with PA faculty and staff, Graduate Studies, and Admissions staff to recruit students into the program and to coordinate the admissions process; evaluate, develop, and implement curriculum according to ARC-PA standards and participate in the graduate Curriculum Committee; conduct program evaluations and submit annual evaluation reports to the Provost/VP Academic Affairs Office; supervise the Academic and Clinical Coordinators, as well as the PA Administrative

Education & Experience Requirements:
  • Three years of full-time higher education experience in a PA program.
  • Graduation from an accredited physician assistant program.
  • Master's degree minimum.
  • Current or emeritus NCCPA certification required.
  • Licensed or eligible for licensure in the state of West Virginia.
  • Knowledge of the physician assistant accreditation process.
  • Excellent organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.
Preferred Qualifications:
  • Doctorate Degree in related field preferred.
  • Previous experience in PA program administration and the ARC-PA accreditation process
  • Previous experience in curriculum development and program assessment
  • Five years of clinical experience as a practicing PA.
Application Requirements:
  • Letter of application
  • Curriculum vitae
  • Evidence of teaching effectiveness: course evaluations and sample syllabi
  • Contact information for three professional references.
Anticipated Faculty Appointment Date:

June 2026

A Director member is expected to participate in continuous improvement in the areas of teaching, professional development, and service to the University and community. Salary will be commensurate with experience.

Why you should apply:

For the academic year employees, their dependents, and spouses are eligible for a 100% waiver for undergraduate tuition and only employees are eligible for 50% waiver for graduate tuition for certain programs.

Free use of the Wellness facilities and free admission into all WLU events with your employee Topper Card.

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Equal Opportunity and Eligibility:

West Liberty University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and welcomes applications from all interested individuals. Individuals who need assistance in the application process may contact Human Resources at hr@westliberty.edu.

West Liberty University does not sponsor work visas. Applicants must be authorized to work in the United States.

Successfully passing a background screening report is required for final employment.

West Liberty University is a tobacco free campus.

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