Chair, Department of Physician Assistant Education

Chair, Department of Physician Assistant Education

Posting Number: A01052
Campus: Western University Campus-Pomona, CA
Department: 1606-College of Health Sciences-Master Physician Assistant

Classification Pay Scale
In compliance with SB 1162, Western University of Health Sciences is providing a pay scale for this position. The pay scale reflects the minimum and maximum target for new hire salaries for this position. Within this range, the individual pay is determined by a variety of factors, including but not limited to job-related skills, experience, relevant education or training, and work location. Please note that the compensation details listed reflects the base salary only.

Expected Pay Scale
Minimum: $25,000.00 Annually
Maximum $25,000.00 Annually

Job Summary

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Working knowledge and leadership regarding University policies & procedures.
• Working knowledge of the programs within CHS.
• Ability to communicate effectively both with groups and individuals.
• Ability to interact effectively with people of all backgrounds, including students, administration, faculty and staff.
• Ability to represent the College to different constituencies.
• Ability to interact effectively with administration, faculty, staff, students, and outside contacts.
• Ability to provide academic and professional leadership.
• Ability to handle detail-oriented assignments.
• Maintains confidentiality.
• Organizational skills necessary in prioritizing workload and delegating responsibility.
• Excellent writing skills.
• Demonstrate a commitment to working in an organization that values and promotes humanism.

Required Qualifications

• Terminal degree in profession from a recognized medical/health sciences or health education from an accredited institution.

• Minimum of 3 years' experience in academia.

Preferred Qualifications

• Preference will be given to individuals possessing experience in a medically oriented academic setting, leadership experience and/or interprofessional knowledge, and breadth and depth of knowledge of regulations of programs within CHS and University policies.

Posting Date: 08/20/2026
Closing Date: 08/20/2027

Essential Job Duties

• Conducts all administrative duties needed to keep the PA Program running smoothly.
• Sets up yearly budget program and conducts monthly review of expenditures to see that there is no over expenditure.
• Actively participates in College of Health Sciences and other University committees.
• Prepares student semester schedules.
• Updates the PA Handbook and PA section of the University Catalog.
• Performs research and/or scholarly activity.
• Provides instructions to students as part of the PA curriculum.
• Counsels students with personal/academic concerns and refers them as necessary.
• Evaluates and monitors progress of the program.
• Conducts faculty workshops.
• Coordinates team teaching responsibilities.
• Prepares clear and concise written reports (Self Study, Grants and Progress reports).
• Works closely with the faculty staff and students of other departments in College-related activities.
• Recommends PA instructors and staff for employment as needed.
• Performs school, community and professional service activities.
• Oversees, evaluates and advises office staff.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

• Maintain Catalog/Department & College Documents.
• Provide leadership and oversight of the catalog review, updating, alignment and implementation.
• Identify and implement continuous quality improvements in policies and procedures consistent with the mission, goals and objectives associated with College of Health Sciences.
• Provide leadership in the development, implementation and assessment of efficiency and effectiveness of College policy and procedures.
• Responsible for maintaining quality and overall consistency among catalogs, policy and procedures of the academic programs within CHS.
• Participates as a member of committees responsible for assisting in the planning and implementation of College of Health Sciences policies and procedures.
• As assigned conducts meetings of the faculty and staff of the College of Health Sciences.
• Represents the College of of Health Sciences by providing presentations to various groups regarding the programs within the College and the University.
• As requested by the Dean represents the College of Health Sciences for internal or external activities.
• Provides and performs leadership in scholarship, teaching and service.
• Interacts with and facilitates the development of community partners.
• Assist in the development, advancement, and fundraising activities at college level.

• Participates in Physician Assistant application interviews.
• Participates in PA recruitment.
• Participates in PA orientation activities.
• Counsels prospective students on prerequisite requirements.

• Exhibits teamwork and communication within the College.
• Exhibits professional and collaborative communication across colleges and in development of external partnerships.
• Timely, professional and accurate communications.
• Cooperates with the appropriate state agencies, professional organizations, and crediting bodies in the development of the required self-studies and in assuring the delivery of the necessary reporting of information related to policy and procedure.
• Ability to interact effectively with people of all backgrounds, including students, administration, faculty and staff – maintaining open and accurate communication with CHS leadership team, faculty, staff and students.
• Provide course instruction and guest lectures.
• Will be required to attend University functions outside normal working hours.

To apply, visit https://jobs.westernu.edu/postings/37277







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