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Associate Dean – Undergraduate Health Professions
South College DPT - Knoxville. Provide dotted-line supervision for programs including Dental Education, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Medical Assisting, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Physical Therapist Assistant, Radiography, Respiratory Therapy, and Surgical Technology .
About the role
Key responsibilities & impact- Provide dotted-line supervision for programs including Dental Education, Diagnostic Medical Sonography, Medical Assisting, Occupational Therapy Assistant, Physical Therapist Assistant, Radiography, Respiratory Therapy, and Surgical Technology
- Oversee the strategic direction, development, and delivery of undergraduate health professions programs across multiple programs
- Monitor and assess program outcomes with Senior Department Chairs and implement necessary changes
- Conduct curriculum reviews to ensure academic integrity and alignment with the institution’s mission
- Ensure programs meet or exceed accreditation standards and continuously improve
- Drive innovation in curriculum design and delivery, incorporating emerging healthcare and education trends
- Lead accreditation processes and ensure compliance with accrediting bodies
- Collaborate with academic leaders and administration to develop long-term goals and strategic priorities
- Review program manuals and ensure regular updates
- Ensure timely submission of assessment reports to accrediting bodies and the departmental annual assessment report
- Lead development of new programs and initiatives addressing emerging healthcare needs
- Promote innovation in pedagogy using technology, simulation, and interprofessional education
- Foster continuous improvement and collaborative learning among chairs, directors, faculty, and staff
- Build relationships with healthcare organizations, employers, and professional associations
- Travel to campus locations as needed
- Perform other duties as assigned
Requirements
What you’ll need- A terminal degree (e.g., Ph.D., Ed.D., or equivalent) in a relevant field such as health professions education, medical education, public health, or discipline specific to health professions
- Advanced training or certifications in higher education leadership or curriculum development is preferred
- Extensive experience in academic leadership roles within health professions education, including teaching, curriculum development, and program administration
- Demonstrated experience in the administration and coordination of programs
- Proven leadership skills, including experience in faculty management, student affairs, and academic advising
- Prior experience in undergraduate education, ideally with a background in specific health disciplines (allied health areas)
- Strong background in accreditation processes, including overseeing program evaluations and ensuring compliance with accrediting bodies
- Familiarity with healthcare and educational policy, as well as emerging technologies in education and healthcare delivery
- Expertise in trends, challenges, and best practices in health professions education
- Demonstrated experience in interdisciplinary and collaborative health education
- Ability to travel to campus locations as needed
Benefits
Comp & perks- Tuition Assistance
- Medical, Dental, Vision
- 401(k) – with Employer Contribution