Job description

VP Area: PA Program

Department: PA Program

FLSA Status: Exempt

Benefit Eligibility: Yes

Position Summary:

Oklahoma City University invites applications for the position of Principal Faculty, Assistant or Associate Clinical Professor in the Physician Assistant (PA) Program. This is a full-time, 12-month non-tenure track position located in the heart of Oklahoma City. The successful candidate will contribute to the education and development of future healthcare professionals and play a pivotal role in advancing the mission of the PA program.

Responsibilities:

• Provide didactic education and course coordination for first-year PA students.
• Facilitate small group learning experiences and provide clinical instruction.
• Offer academic counseling and support to students on academic issues.
• Collaborate with program faculty and staff in curriculum development and assessment.
• Participate in the development and maintenance of clinical rotation sites.
• Serve as a mentor and advisor to PA students.
• Engage in scholarly activities and professional development.
• Contribute to university and program committees as assigned.

Qualifications:

• Master’s degree with eligibility for licensure as a Physician Assistant in Oklahoma.
• Current certification by the NCCPA and eligibility for licensure in Oklahoma.
• Experience in graduate-level education preferred, including syllabi, test, and lecture preparation.
• Ability to work autonomously in providing direct patient care services.
• Minimum of two years of experience in PA education and providing direct patient care services preferred.

About the PA Program: The Physician Assistant Program at Oklahoma City University is dedicated to preparing competent and compassionate healthcare professionals to meet the growing needs of our community. With a focus on excellence in education, clinical practice, and service, our program aims to address healthcare disparities and improve health outcomes across Oklahoma.

About Oklahoma City University: Founded in 1904, Oklahoma City University is a leading private institution located in the vibrant Uptown district of Oklahoma City. Recognized for its commitment to academic excellence and community engagement, OCU is proud to be a top-tier university in the region. The university offers a diverse range of health profession program within the College of Health Professions that includes the Physician Assistant program, Physical Therapy program, and Nursing programs.

How to apply

To apply, please visit the OCU Careers website and submit the following materials:

Cover letter outlining your qualifications and interest in the position.

• Curriculum vitae detailing your education, experience, and scholarly achievements.
• Copy of unofficial transcripts.

Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. For inquiries about the position or the application process, please contact the search Chair, Bobby Bosse at [email protected].

Oklahoma City University is an equal opportunity employer and values diversity in the workplace. We encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply.

Oklahoma City University pledges to recruit, select and promote diversity by providing equality of opportunity in higher education for all persons, including faculty and employees with respect to hiring, continuation, promotion and tenure, applicants for admission, enrolled students, and graduates, without discrimination or segregation on the grounds of race, color, religion, national origin, sex, age, handicap or disability, sexual orientation, or veteran status.

The Chief Human Resources Officer, located in Room 105 of the Clara E. Jones Administration Building, telephone 405-208-5075, coordinates the university’s compliance with titles VI and VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Education Amendments of 1972, the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act, and the Age Discrimination in Employment Act.