Assistant Program Director, Anesthesiologist Assistant

Join our new Anesthesiologist Assistant Program in Joplin, Missouri! Hiring Anesthesiologist Assistants as faculty for our new Master of Health Science in Anesthesiologist Assistant Program. Opportunity available: Assistant Program Director What We Offer: Competitive Salary: Paid by Kansas City University Comprehensive Benefits Package: Including health, dental, vision, retirement plan, generous PTO, continuing education support, and more Faculty Appointment: Academic appointment at the Instructor rank, or commensurate with experience Professional Growth: Opportunity to contribute to a new and innovative program, collaborate with expert faculty, and maintain clinical proficiency at a respected healthcare institution Essential Duties and Responsibilities: Academic Responsibilities (60% FTE at KCU): • Develops and delivers engaging instructional content across multiple courses in the MHS-AA program • Utilizes innovative teaching methods, including traditional lectures and interactive technologies • Creates, administers, and evaluates exams, quizzes, and other assessments • Participates in software development to enhance evaluation of student learning • Serves as a mentor, coach, and advisor to students • Assists in the development of program goals, policies, and procedures • Engages in institutional meetings and academic activities as requested • Represents the program and university with professionalism and integrity Clinical Responsibilities (40% FTE at approved clinical partner): • Delivers anesthesia care under the medical direction of a physician anesthesiologist • Serves as a clinical preceptor to student anesthesiologist assistants • Assists in the clinical scheduling of students as requested by the Medical Director or designated Clinical Education Coordinator • Collaborates with the anesthesia care team to promote safe and effective outcomes • Stays current with clinical best practices through ongoing education and training • Complies with institutional protocols and clinical standards Qualifications: • Master’s degree from an accredited Anesthesiologist Assistant program • National Commission for Certification of Anesthesiologist Assistants (NCCAA); Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certification • Must be eligible for licensure to practice as an Anesthesiologist Assistant in Missouri • New graduates welcome; prior teaching or clinical experience is a plus • Candidates are required to meet credentialing requirements at clinical partner site Join us in shaping the next generation of anesthesiology professionals!