ASSISTANT DIRECTOR OF CLINICAL EDUCATION AND CLINICAL ASSISTANT PROFESSOR

Position Summary: 

The School of Health Sciences and Human Performance (HSHP) at Ithaca College, in partnership with the national search firm Scott Healy & Associates, invites applications and nominations for the position of Assistant Director of Clinical Education and Clinical Assistant Professor, Physician Assistant Studies. Ithaca College seeks strong clinicians, collaborators, and interprofessional education advocates committed to advancing PA education to join the faculty team for its Physician Assistant Studies graduate program. This is a full-time 12-month, multi-year renewable notice (non-tenure) position in person in Ithaca, NY. 

This position reports to the Program Director, but will support the Director of Clinical Education in all aspects of clinical education in the PA program such as: 

• Building relationships to identify, establish, and maintain sufficient clinical rotation sites per ARC-PA standards.
• Developing, maintaining, and reviewing clinical sites and respective affiliation agreements.
• Establishing and maintaining relationships with clinical preceptors. 
• Providing clinical preceptor orientation on instruction and assessment of the physician assistant learner.
• Conducting clinical site visits to evaluate the site, learners, and preceptors. 
• Developing and implementing the clinical rotation scheduling process for the program, and managing the assignments, assessments, and remediation of learners.
• Planning and implementing assessment and activities during the end of rotation days. 
• Ensuring that clinical faculty and preceptors are oriented in learner assessment of learning outcomes and tracking achievement of clinical competencies to ensure learner clinical progress. 
• Conducting data collection and analysis for the clinical phase of the program. 

The successful candidate will also teach in our didactic curriculum, and we welcome expertise in a wide variety of clinical and scholarship areas, experience with clinical simulation, and/or interprofessional approaches to practice and education are encouraged to apply. We welcome clinicians new to academia and provide support to develop teaching skills through our Center for Faculty Excellence. All Ithaca College faculty are required to advise students as a component of teaching duties. The selected candidate will be provided with reassigned time from teaching to pursue a scholarly research agenda or clinical practice activities. The successful candidate would also be expected to participate in service to the program, school, and college. All principal faculty in the PA program are expected to actively participate in ongoing evaluation of the mission statement, program goals and competencies, and curriculum design.

Ithaca College and the School of HSHP are strongly committed to offering robust curricular experiences and fostering an inclusive environment for its campus community. To that end, candidates with related experience are encouraged to apply and to identify their strengths and expertise. Ithaca College continually strives to build an inclusive and welcoming community of individuals. We seek candidates with talents and skills from a multitude of backgrounds who are committed to civility, mutual respect, social justice, and the free and open exchange of ideas. 

Required Qualifications: 

• Master’s degree from an accredited Physician Assistant Program.
• Current NCCPA certification with licensure in the State of New York within 6 months of hire.
• Minimum of 2 years of full-time clinical experience.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Previous clinical precepting or teaching experience for an accredited physician assistant program or medical school is strongly preferred. 
• Clinicians new to teaching are encouraged to apply and will have the opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment with active and supportive mentoring and faculty development training.
• Strong commitment to professional development as an inclusive educator.
• Experience working with students of diverse backgrounds.

Compensation

$116,000 - $123,000

We pride ourselves on providing our benefit-eligible employees with comprehensive benefits, including:
    • Healthcare including vision and dental
    • Generous Paid Time Off Policies
    • 403B Retirement Savings Plan with Matching Employer Contribution 
    • EAP
    • Flexible Work Plans
    • Educational Benefits
    • Career-Enhancing Trainings
    • For an overview of our benefit offerings, please visit https://www.ithaca.edu/human-resources/employee-benefits-wellness 

In an effort to promote campus safety and the security of College resources, Ithaca College will, consistent with the requirements of the law and prudent practices, conduct criminal background investigations per College policy.   This position is subject to a criminal background check. All offers of employment are contingent upon review of the criminal background check.

About the Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies program:

The Ithaca College Master of Science in Physician Assistant Studies program is a 27-month residential program enrolling a cohort of 50 learners each year. Its mission is to educate, engage and empower physician assistants to achieve excellence through medical theory, clinical practice, and exemplary professional performance in communities that are historically marginalized, underserved, health professional shortage areas, and rural. The program is currently provisionally accredited by ARC-PA with a final site visit that occurred in October, 2025.

Our program offers several unique components:

• A dedicated state-of-the-art facility which includes 20,000 square feet of smart classrooms and a Clinical Learning Center that includes high fidelity mannekins, dedicated space for simulated clinical experiences, and an operating suite. On main campus, learners have access to Anatomage table, human anatomy lab, healthcare simulation lab, and movement analysis lab.
• A focus on Team-Based Learning, in which learners actively participate in problem-solving through dialogue and discussion.
• Collaborative teaching with other programs within the School of HSHP as well as opportunities to engage in interprofessional practice.
• A Leadership and Professional Series to introduce learners to the PA profession and develop effective leadership and advocacy skills.
• A Transition to Clinical Practice course, which prepares learners for the PANCE examination while also fine-tuning entry-level skills to ensure clinical readiness prior to graduation.

About the Community:

Ithaca, NY, is a vibrant and scenic city nestled in the Finger Lakes region, best known for its breathtaking gorges, waterfalls, and progressive, community-minded spirit. Home to Cornell University and Ithaca College, the city thrives on innovation, education, and the arts. Residents enjoy a lively downtown filled with local shops, restaurants, and farmers markets, as well as easy access to outdoor recreation like hiking, kayaking, and wine tasting along the Cayuga Lake Wine Trail. The economy is driven by higher education, healthcare, tech, and sustainable agriculture, offering a strong job market and a commitment to environmental stewardship. With its mix of natural beauty, cultural richness, and a welcoming, intellectually engaged community, Ithaca offers an exceptional quality of life for those looking to put down roots.

Application and Nomination Process:

All correspondence relating to the position of Assistant Director of Clinical Education/Clinical Assistant Professor, Physician Assistant Studies at Ithaca College should be directed in confidence to the College’s executive search consultant:

Christopher Healy, President

Scott Healy & Associates

chris@scotthealy.com 

A complete application should include the following:

• Cover Letter outlining your interest and qualifications for the position;
• Updated CV;
• Three (3) professional references with title, institutional affiliation, email address and direct phone numbers. (No references will be contacted without written permission from the candidate.)

The search will remain open until the position is filled.

Ithaca College is committed to building a diverse academic community and encourages members of underrepresented groups to apply. Experience that contributes to the diversity of the college is appreciated.