Medical Director

Overview

Medical Director for the Bethel University Physician Assistant Program. Reports to the Program Director and serves as an essential department staff member with adjunct faculty privileges. Provides leadership and advocacy for the program, guiding development, strategic changes, and comprehensive review of the curriculum and student competencies to ensure alignment with current medical practices and accreditation standards.

Part-time role with a salary range of $28,500 – $31,000.

Responsibilities

• Lead development, change, and review of the program curriculum and competencies; update the program curriculum and competencies as needed, in collaboration with the program director.
• Program Advocacy & Community Relations: advocate for the PA program through connections with medical institutions and the medical community; assist with faculty recruitment as needed.
• Program Evaluation & Self Study: participate in program evaluation through the self-study process, including the review and refinement of the program mission and goals.
• Admissions Support & Faculty Recruitment: advise and assist with the admissions process for PA students and with faculty recruitment.
• Didactic & Clinical Instruction Support: assist with didactic and clinical education components, including teaching, grading exams, and delivering lectures as needed.
• Clinical Partnership & Site Development: advocate for clinical preceptorships through connections with medical institutions and the medical community; participate in clinical site visits as needed.

Qualifications

Required Education

• Graduate of an accredited medical school and medical residency program.
• Licensed as an allopathic or osteopathic physician in Minnesota.
• Certified by an ABMS or AOA approved specialty board.

Required Experience

• 10+ years of experience practicing as a physician.

Preferred Experience

• Previous experience in higher education.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated strong oral, interpersonal, and written communication skills; ability to communicate with the university community, medical community, and general audiences.
• Strong networking ability to build, foster, and maintain relationships.
• Working knowledge of the Twin Cities medical community.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.

Other Details

• Remote Work and Sponsorship Restrictions: Applicants must be authorized to work for any employer in the U.S. No visa sponsorship is available. Applicants living in certain states may not be considered.
• Travel: May require local, regional, and national travel.
• Work Environment: Professional office environment in a suburban, Christ-centered university setting.
• Physical Demands: Regularly requires talking, hearing, close vision, and extended periods of sitting; reasonable accommodations may be provided.
• Expected Hours of Work: Typically Monday–Friday with specific schedules; approximately 8 hours per week, 12 months per year.

Bethel University is an equal opportunity employer committed to maintaining a diverse workforce and inclusive environment.