Director of Clinical Education

Position: Director of Clinical Education

Job Description:

The College of Health Sciences at Baldwin Wallace University invites applications for the Director of Clinical Education (DCE) for the physician assistant program offering a Master of Medical Science degree. This is a 12-month, tenure track faculty position.

The DCE schedules, coordinates, and oversees the placement of second year students in appropriate clinical rotation sites. Specific job duties for this role include:

• Recruitment and maintenance of clinical sites
• Coordination of the monthly end of rotation days including end of rotation exams and planning call back day educational experiences
• Monitoring student progress both academically and professionally in the clinical phase of training
• Evaluation of clinical site quality to ensure supervised clinical practice experiences (SCPEs) are adequate and in adherence with ARC-PA Standards
• In person clinical site visits
• Planning and coordination of the final OSCE and End of Curriculum Exam (graduation requirement)
• Coordination and delivery of the Clinical Preparation course that prepares students for their transition to the clinical phase of training
• Responsible for ensuring all aspects pertaining to the clinical phase of training are in compliance with ARC-PA accreditation standards

Additional program responsibilities include:

• Assisting in the interview and admissions process
• Participation in OSCEs and skills checks during the didactic year
• Advising students during the didactic phase of training
• Participation in programmatic events such as White Coat ceremony, graduation, orientation, and admission events/open houses
• Participation in service committees at the level of the program, school, or university
• Teaching courses or lectures outside of the clinical year may be a possibility depending on clinical experience/background

Minimum job qualifications:

• NCCPA certification
• 3 or more years of clinical experience as a PA-C
• Master's degree or higher
• Superior organization skills
• Ability to communicate and build successful relationships within the clinical community

Preferred qualifications:

• 1-2 years or more of graduate medical education experience
• Licensure or eligibility for Ohio licensure as a physician assistant
• Strong computer skills in Microsoft Office products, ie. Word, Excel, PowerPoint
• Ability to learn new computer software (Examples include: eValue, ExamSoft, etc.)

The DCE reports to the chair/program director of the PA program. The Baldwin Wallace University PA Program matriculated its first class in 2013 and currently accepts 35 students annually. It is a 24-month program with highlights that include a cadaveric dissection lab, interdisciplinary experiences, and ultrasound training. The program enjoys strong, positive interpersonal relationships amongst the faculty, current students, and alumni. We are seeking qualified individuals that will contribute to a positive and professional environment.

Baldwin Wallace University is an EEO/AA employer and educator. At BW, we support and encourage diversity in a variety of forms. We value and appreciate inclusive excellence in the classroom, within extracurricular activities, and as we engage our community partners. Learn more at Diversity Affairs - https://www.bw.edu/about/diversity/