Director of Physician Assistant Program

Are you a dedicated Physician Assistant looking for the next step in your career—one that offers stability, professional fulfillment, and the opportunity to shape the future of the profession? At Pennsylvania College of Technology, we are seeking a Director of the Physician Assistant Program to lead and inspire the next generation of healthcare providers.

 

This leadership role goes beyond clinical practice, offering a balanced schedule, academic holidays, and a chance to mentor future PAs in a collaborative, learning-focused environment. The director will oversee the organization, administration, periodic review, and continued development of the Physician Assistant program. Additionally, this position plays a key role in fostering relationships with clinical sites in both urban and rural areas, ensuring students receive exceptional hands-on training.

 

Why Higher Education?

✅ Predictable Work Schedule – Enjoy structured hours without the unpredictability of clinical shifts, on-call duties, or weekend demands.

✅ Educate & Inspire – Make a lasting impact by guiding students through their journey to becoming healthcare professionals.

✅ Growth & Leadership – Engage in program development, accreditation processes, and faculty mentorship while advancing your own career.

✅ Comprehensive Benefits – Full-time employees enjoy medical and dental insurance, retirement plans, paid time off, and tuition benefits at Penn College and Penn State. Employees also receive 75% tuition reimbursement for coursework at any accredited institution if it supports their career at Penn College. 

 

If you’re ready to step into an impactful leadership role while maintaining work-life balance, we encourage you to apply today!

 

 

EDUCATION

• Graduate of an ARC-PA accredited Physician Assistant program or a graduate of an ABMS or AOA-approved medical school. Required
• PA must hold a Master's degree or Master's degree in progress with a plan for completion within one year of hire. Required

LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Must be a Physician Assistant/Physician Associate (ARC-PA requirement); currently licensed to practice as a Physician Assistant in Pennsylvania. Required
• Must hold current National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants (NCCPA) certification without restrictions in any state of the United States where licensing occurred. Required

EXPERIENCE

• Must possess at least three years of full-time higher education experience at the time of appointment (ARC-PA requirement). Required
• Five (5) years in a practice as physician assistant or physician and has supervised physician assistants. Preferred
• Administrative experience. Preferred
• Experience in curriculum development, faculty selection, and program evaluation. Preferred

ABILITIES AND SKILLS

• Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in written form. Required
• Interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and courteously with students, staff, faculty, health care professionals, and the public. Required
• Developed organizational skills. Required
• Sensitivity to the expectations of students, staff, faculty, health care professionals, and the public. Required
• Ability to work with minimal supervision. Required
• Ability to establish positive rapport with health care industries and professionals. Required
• Possession of a valid driver's license. Required
• Evidence of self-motivation, creativity, enthusiasm, and leadership. Required
• Functional ability with microcomputers with mainframe applications. Required

 

• Program Leadership and Administration
  • Assume primary responsibility for continuing development, implementation, evaluation, revision, organization and direction of Physician Assistant curriculum to assure attainment of program objectives.
  • In conjunction with faculty, continuously evaluate the program’s goals, objectives, content, outcomes assessments, and board examination pass rates.
  • Oversee the instructional objectives for Physician Assistant curriculum; in conjunction with faculty, develop strategies for delivering competency-based instruction.
  • In conjunction with faculty and staff, supervise the selection and development of course materials.
  • Assimilate and maintain national accrediting body competencies into core areas reflecting the knowledge for successful completion of board examinations and skills for entry-level positions needed by the healthcare community.
  • Assure that clinical and observational experiences meet the expectations of the Physician Assistant program and contribute toward established and expected outcomes for students.
  • In conjunction with staff and faculty, coordinate the development, implementation, and monitoring/evaluation of policies and procedures affecting student clinical experiences.
  • Provide leadership for formulation and revision of policies, procedures and objectives as needed for the program.
  • Prepare staff schedules and all faculty teaching assignments.
  • Supervise and evaluate all Physician Assistant faculty and staff (including the program’s medical director).
  • Provide leadership in the recruitment, selection and orientation of program faculty and staff.
  • Participate in College events and student recruitment activities (including but not limited to: open house, tours, summer camps, career fairs).
  • Oversee the establishment and monitoring of the selective admissions criteria for the Physician Assistant studies program.
  • Assist with student advisement, both students in program and those seeking entrance into the PA program.
  • Facilitate cooperative relationships with affiliating clinical agencies and the PA program
  • In collaboration with faculty, facilitate faculty and PA team meetings.
  • Assist with preparing proposals for additional source funding.
• Student Service
  • In conjunction with faculty and staff, provide a Physician Assistant student orientation program.
  • Oversee and maintain accurate student records, regularly evaluate student progress, and assist in followup studies on the placement and achievement of program graduates.
• Accreditation
  • Complete documentation necessary for continuing accreditation by the National Commission on Certification of Physician Assistants as part of ongoing program evaluation.
  • Actively participate in the ARCPA Accreditation process by working with program faculty, staff, and College leadership to maintain continued accreditation.
  • Participate in the development, implementation and evaluation of the curriculum for PA education and incorporation of instructional experiences within the curriculum designed to achieve and maintain compliance with ARCPA standards.
  • Oversee and assist with data collection, outcomes assessment and document construction for accreditation selfstudy and required reports, annual assessment reporting and program review.
• Fiscal Management
  • Develop, in coordination with the Assistant Dean, and administer the program's cost center budget.
  • Identify and assist the Assistant Dean in procurement of specialized equipment necessary for curriculum area.
  • Supervise the purchase of program equipment and supplies.
• Program and Professional Development
  • Act as contact person for program information distribution to interested parties.
  • Identify appropriate healthcare professionals to participate on the advisory committee; facilitate meetings and activities of advisory committee.
  • Participate in local, state and national professional organizations.
  • Attend continuing education programs for self-improvement and program development.
• Instructional
  • May teach up to six (6) credits or eight (8) contact hours or equivalent per semester in consultation with and approval of the immediate supervisor.

ADDITIONAL RESPONSIBILITIES

• Serve on College committees as requested or designated.

None

Commensurate with credentials submitted as applied to the College’s Administrative, Professional and Technical Staff Salary System.

This is not a complete itemization of all facets of this position. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The College has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without prior notice.

Penn College is committed to equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.

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