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Director of Healthcare Initiatives

Full time
Posted 2 weeks ago

Position Overview:
Are you poised to lead a transformative era in healthcare education and practice in Kansas? McPherson College invites applications for the Director of Healthcare Initiatives, a pivotal role designed for visionary leaders with an entrepreneurial spirit and a deep commitment to academic excellence. This position offers the opportunity to join a dynamic team of faculty to shape the future of healthcare education in Kansas.

Job Description:
The Director of Healthcare Initiatives will lead our health sciences and sport studies programs, emphasizing experiential learning, interdisciplinary studies, and robust internship opportunities.   This is a full time, 12-month exempt position eligible for the college’s full benefits package.  Recognized for ten years as a Great College to Work For, McPherson College offers exceptional employee benefits, including a notable retirement contribution after 12 months of employment.

This role involves:

  • Oversee academic department operations. In consultation with the department chairs and the VPAA, make recommendations on curriculum, staffing and new courses.
  • Establishing partnerships with local healthcare organizations and agencies to promote student internships and service-learning opportunities.
  • Developing and maintaining partnerships with healthcare providers, especially in rural settings, to meet local workforce demands.
  • Lead research initiatives and grant writing efforts to secure funding for health projects.
  • Promoting student-centered teaching methods that produce graduates known for their problem-solving abilities, strong work ethic, and service orientation.
  • Heading the student internship and professional outreaching opportunities.
  • Developing and delivering courses in health-related fields.

Qualifications:

  • A master’s degree is required; An earned doctorate in public health, healthcare administration, or a health-related field is preferred.
  • Teaching, scholarly and/or professional experience in healthcare management, education, or program development with a minimum of 6 years of professional and/or teaching experience is preferred.
  • Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to thrive in a collaborative, small-college environment is preferred.
  • Experience in rural healthcare settings is preferred.

Application Process:
To apply, please submit:

  • A letter of interest detailing your alignment with the position requirements and how you, in this position, will help address the challenges facing rural healthcare in the region.
  • Curriculum Vitae or Resume
  • Unofficial transcripts from undergraduate and graduate studies.
  • Contact information for three professional references. (References will be contacted post-permission.)

Only letters of professional reference may be sent to:  [email protected]  All other application materials should be uploaded in the application.

This position will be open until filled.

 

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