Principal Faculty - Student Success/Clinical Recruitment

Are you looking for a faculty role that combines variety, innovation, and impact? We are seeking a dynamic, highly motivated team player with a pioneering spirit to join our program in a dual-role position. This unique opportunity allows you to support student achievement while collaborating with the clinical team on preceptor recruitment. The position is a 12-month, non-tenure track appointment at the rank of Assistant or Associate Professor.

 

The ideal candidate will have at least two years of experience in physician assistant education, a passion for mentoring and inspiring students, and the creativity and energy to engage with clinical partners in recruiting new preceptors. This position reports directly to the Program Director and offers the chance to make a meaningful difference in both academic and clinical settings.

 

The PA program is committed to the individual student, the legacy of Trevecca PA medical education, the community we serve, and compassionate care.

 

MAJOR JOB RESPONSIBILITIES

Student Success

• Plans, develops, and manages all activities related to evaluating and enhancing student success across the didactic and clinical phases.
• Provides reports for all remediation activities and outcomes for student success.
• Analyze student performance data, identify trends, and implement targeted support strategies to improve student performance and increase retention.
• Collaborates with program leadership to inform curricular improvement through review of course level and standardized exam performance.
• Supports the implementation of data-driven interventions for student success.
• Develops customized academic improvement plans.
• Monitors student performance and academic progress
• Initiates contact with at-risk students to provide guidance to enhance learning and academic performance
• Integrates use of technology and other resources to support and enhance the learning environment of students
• Monitors and reports trends in physician assistant education with the goal of enhancing curriculum and student academic achievement.
• Monitor, evaluate, and advise on the remediation process and provide guidance when needed

Clinical Team

• Assist the clinical team in site visits and preceptor recruitment/retention.
• Monitor student performance in clinical rotations, on End of Rotation examinations, and develop and implement action plans for academic success.
• Assist the didactic team with the grading of OSCEs and other formative and summative exams as needed.
• Provides instruction when needed.
• Participates in the admissions process, including interviews and selection.
• Participates in the continuous self-study process and efforts involving the maintenance of the Program’s ARC-PA accreditation.
• Serves on departmental/programmatic committees as assigned.
• Participates in university functions as requested
• Other duties as assigned 

QUALIFICATIONS:

• Education: Minimum of a master’s degree from an accredited US physician assistant program or medical school.
• Licensure/Certification:
  • Current unencumbered state license or eligibility for professional licensure.
  • Current NCCPA certification or equivalent health care certification.
• Teaching experience: A minimum of two years of teaching experience in a graduate health-related profession is highly preferred, with preference given to applicants who have taught in a physician assistant program or medical school.
• Healthcare experience: A minimum of two years of clinical experience is required.

 

REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND CHARACTER:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills which includes the ability to respond to colleagues and students positively and with respect.
• Ability to adapt to changing assignments and changes within the organization.
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and successfully meet deadlines.
• Above-average initiative and team skills.
• Commitment to the mission, values, and goals of Trevecca Nazarene University and the TNU Physician Assistant Program (please see website for further information).

 

An ideal candidate will be a team player who enjoys the process of educating students, has experience in PA education and/or clinical precepting, and is committed to innovative education and the high standards of the physician assistant profession.

 

The above statements describe the general nature and level of work to be performed by an individual assigned to this position. This is not intended to be an exhaustive list of all responsibilities and duties.

 

Trevecca Nazarene University is affiliated with the Church of the Nazarene. We are a faith-based institution with strong connections to our sponsoring denomination. Candidates for employment will be provided with Trevecca’s Drug & Alcohol Prevention Policy, as well as Trevecca’s Sexual Ethics & Gender Identification Policy, for review prior to an offer of employment.

 

Interested parties should send a cover letter, resume, and salary expectations to Kathleen Flach (kflach@trevecca.edu). No phone calls or walk-ins, please. EOE.