Medical Director, Physician Assistant Studies

Augsburg University has maintained a strong academic reputation defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies since 1869. A safe and welcoming campus in the heart of Minneapolis, Augsburg offers undergraduate and graduate degrees to nearly 3,200 diverse students.

Augsburg's mission is to educate students to be informed citizens, thoughtful stewards, critical thinkers, and responsible leaders. The Augsburg experience is supported by an engaged community that is committed to intentional diversity in its life and work. An Augsburg education is defined by excellence in the liberal arts and professional studies, guided by the faith and values of the Lutheran church, and shaped by its urban and global settings.

Augsburg invites individuals who share our mission and commitment to intentional diversity, equity, inclusion and belonging to join our community. In particular, Augsburg invites BIPOC, LGBTQIA+, individuals with disabilities, women, veterans and those from underrepresented or marginalized backgrounds are encouraged to apply.

Summary of Position

This position will work approximately 4 hours per week.

Augsburg PA trains empathic, community-minded, and forward-thinking health care leaders to practice in primary care with a focus on underserved, underrepresented, and marginalized communities. Specializing in team-based learning for team-based patient care, Augsburg's PA program values connection, inclusion, and innovation. As the first accredited PA program in Minnesota, Augsburg PA prepares students to be practice-ready through case-based learning, projects, and hands-on skills, including mannequin-based simulation and point of care ultrasound.

The Medical Director of the Physician Assistant (PA) Studies Program is a non-teaching position that supports the implementation of program goals as delegated by the PA Program Director. The ideal candidate will be committed to medical education, with knowledge of and vision about the role of PAs. They should be a self-motivated team member who works well in collaboration with a cohesive and experienced group of faculty and professional staff, and is looking to grow their educational and professional experience, as well as the program's.

Responsibilities:

• Prioritize the mission of the University and the PA program and advocate for the Augsburg PA Program and the PA profession in the medical community.
• Actively support the development of the program competencies to meet current practice standards as they relate to the PA role.
• Support and participate in the annual review of the PA Program mission statement and competencies.
• Chair and coordinate quarterly PA Program Advisory Council meetings to facilitate feedback, advice and guidance to the program related to admissions, curriculum and clinical training, program policies, and community engagement.
• Collaborate with PA program faculty through a mutually drafted practice agreement for curriculum-relatedstudent learning activities, including community service events,health fairs, basic foot care, and health screening activities.
• Attend and participate in milestone events, including admissions application reviewand interviews, first day of class orientation, white coat ceremony, and graduation.
• Guest speak in the classroom and mentor studentsas appropriate.
• Attenddepartment meetings, faculty meetings or staff meetings as recommended.

Work Environment and Physical Demands

• Typical work environment is an office.
• Regular computer and phone use.

Minimum Qualifications

• Currently licensed allopathic or osteopathic physician.
• Certified by an ABMS- or AOA-approved specialty board.
• Experience training health professions students in the classroom or clinical setting.
• Experience working directly with PA's in the clinical setting.

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching and/or administrative experience in a PA education program

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities

• Demonstrated organizational and leadership skills.
• Ability to build relationships with clinical partners.
• Active service or leadership at the local, regional, or national level.

Compensation

• The compensation is $95.00 per hour.
• This position is not eligible for medical benefits.

Equal Opportunity and Affirmative Action Statement

Augsburg is an equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of gender, sexual orientation, marital status, gender identity, race, age, disability, religion, national origin, color, or any other protected class.

Augsburg University is committed to providing equal employment opportunity to all applicants and employees regardless of their race, color, creed, religion, gender, age, national origin, familial status, disability, veteran status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, marital status or public assistance status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law.

If you need a reasonable accommodation to complete our application process, please contact our Human Resources Department at phone number: 612-330-1058 or email: hr@augsburg.edu.