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85072 Wake Forest University Health Sciences - Academic PA Studies
Status:
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Hours Per Week:
40
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Pay Range
$0.00 - $0.00
The Department of PA Studies at the Winston-Salem campus is seeking a highly qualified PA to serve as a principal faculty member for the Master of Medical Science (MMS) program, as well as the Director of Clinical Education across both the Boone and Winston-Salem campuses. The MMS program is dedicated to preparing, equipping, and mentoring future Physician Assistants to address the evolving needs of the healthcare environment and serve diverse patient populations. Our PA program is distinguished by its longstanding tradition of innovation in medical education. Since its founding in 1969, the program has emphasized inquiry-based, small-group, and self-directed learning, centered on real patient medical cases. The Wake Forest PA program is a rigorous 24-month curriculum that integrates didactic and clinical education across both campuses.
The Director of Clinical Education is a principal faculty member responsible for managing the design, implementation, and evaluation of clinical education activities on our Winston Salem and Boone campuses. Reporting to the Program Director, the primary responsibilities of the Director of Clinical Education include:
- Oversee Course Directors for all supervised clinical practice experiences (SCPE)
- Organize and oversee delivery of Clinical Education orientation during Clinical year prep course
- Organize and oversee Clinical Education Introduction session during first year
- Organize and oversee the recruitment event that occurs after R8 (during callbacks)
- Review and verify admissions presentation annually
- Ensure clinical education curriculum meets program goals, accreditation standards and programmatic competencies
- Manage the identification, on-boarding and professional development of supervised clinical practice instructional faculty
- Ensure monthly audit of SCPE instructor credentialing
- Monitor and ensure all SCPEs meet program requirements and that SCPE availability meets program requirements for all students
- Ensure necessary data is sent annually to Curriculum and Assessment committee
- Generate EOR exam performance report
- Report student preparedness for rotation data at the end of R3 to Curriculum and Assessment
- Track and report out safety events to Program Appraisal Committee
- Review and publish clinical year handbook
- Coordinate with the Centralized Learner Deployment team to foster rotation development and to provide oversight of PA learners in the centralized system
- Ensure students meet program defined educational requirements, course learning outcomes, and program competencies
- Develop and lead meetings, workshops, retreats, or other planning activities that facilitate programmatic success in meeting goals for clinical education
- Monitor and ensure quality and integrity of the testing environment during assessment events
- Coordinate with the Director of Student Services to address and resolve learning environment concerns
- Participate on the final summative examination task force
Committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all, we are seeking candidates with the following qualifications:
- Master’s degree or above; awarded degree must be from an accredited PA program
- Current NCCPA certification and eligibility for licensure in North Carolina
- Candidates are required to work clinically 8 hours per week. Availability to travel to clinical sites as needed is required. Schedule is primarily 8am-5pm with the ability to respond to calls on evenings and weekends as needed for student or preceptor support.
- An ideal candidate will be a team player, have excellent written and verbal communication skills, have experience in PA education and/or clinical precepting, and a minimum of three years of clinical experience.
Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation
- Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.
Department:
85072 Wake Forest University Health Sciences - Academic PA Studies
Status:
Benefits Eligible: Yes
Hours Per Week:
40
Schedule Details/Additional Information:
Pay Range
$0.00 - $0.00
The Department of PA Studies at the Winston-Salem campus is seeking a highly qualified PA to serve as a principal faculty member for the Master of Medical Science (MMS) program, as well as the Director of Clinical Education across both the Boone and Winston-Salem campuses. The MMS program is dedicated to preparing, equipping, and mentoring future Physician Assistants to address the evolving needs of the healthcare environment and serve diverse patient populations. Our PA program is distinguished by its longstanding tradition of innovation in medical education. Since its founding in 1969, the program has emphasized inquiry-based, small-group, and self-directed learning, centered on real patient medical cases. The Wake Forest PA program is a rigorous 24-month curriculum that integrates didactic and clinical education across both campuses.
The Director of Clinical Education is a principal faculty member responsible for managing the design, implementation, and evaluation of clinical education activities on our Winston Salem and Boone campuses. Reporting to the Program Director, the primary responsibilities of the Director of Clinical Education include:
- Oversee Course Directors for all supervised clinical practice experiences (SCPE)
- Organize and oversee delivery of Clinical Education orientation during Clinical year prep course
- Organize and oversee Clinical Education Introduction session during first year
- Organize and oversee the recruitment event that occurs after R8 (during callbacks)
- Review and verify admissions presentation annually
- Ensure clinical education curriculum meets program goals, accreditation standards and programmatic competencies
- Manage the identification, on-boarding and professional development of supervised clinical practice instructional faculty
- Ensure monthly audit of SCPE instructor credentialing
- Monitor and ensure all SCPEs meet program requirements and that SCPE availability meets program requirements for all students
- Ensure necessary data is sent annually to Curriculum and Assessment committee
- Generate EOR exam performance report
- Report student preparedness for rotation data at the end of R3 to Curriculum and Assessment
- Track and report out safety events to Program Appraisal Committee
- Review and publish clinical year handbook
- Coordinate with the Centralized Learner Deployment team to foster rotation development and to provide oversight of PA learners in the centralized system
- Ensure students meet program defined educational requirements, course learning outcomes, and program competencies
- Develop and lead meetings, workshops, retreats, or other planning activities that facilitate programmatic success in meeting goals for clinical education
- Monitor and ensure quality and integrity of the testing environment during assessment events
- Coordinate with the Director of Student Services to address and resolve learning environment concerns
- Participate on the final summative examination task force
Committed to creating a welcoming and inclusive environment for all, we are seeking candidates with the following qualifications:
- Master’s degree or above; awarded degree must be from an accredited PA program
- Current NCCPA certification and eligibility for licensure in North Carolina
- Candidates are required to work clinically 8 hours per week. Availability to travel to clinical sites as needed is required. Schedule is primarily 8am-5pm with the ability to respond to calls on evenings and weekends as needed for student or preceptor support.
- An ideal candidate will be a team player, have excellent written and verbal communication skills, have experience in PA education and/or clinical precepting, and a minimum of three years of clinical experience.
Our Commitment to You:
Advocate Health offers a comprehensive suite of Total Rewards: benefits and well-being programs, competitive compensation, generous retirement offerings, programs that invest in your career development and so much more – so you can live fully at and away from work, including:
Compensation
- Base compensation listed within the listed pay range based on factors such as qualifications, skills, relevant experience, and/or training
- Premium pay such as shift, on call, and more based on a teammate's job
- Incentive pay for select positions
- Opportunity for annual increases based on performance
Benefits and more
- Paid Time Off programs
- Health and welfare benefits such as medical, dental, vision, life, and Short- and Long-Term Disability
- Flexible Spending Accounts for eligible health care and dependent care expenses
- Family benefits such as adoption assistance and paid parental leave
- Defined contribution retirement plans with employer match and other financial wellness programs
- Educational Assistance Program
About Advocate Health
Advocate Health is the third-largest nonprofit, integrated health system in the United States, created from the combination of Advocate Aurora Health and Atrium Health. Providing care under the names Advocate Health Care in Illinois; Atrium Health in the Carolinas, Georgia and Alabama; and Aurora Health Care in Wisconsin, Advocate Health is a national leader in clinical innovation, health outcomes, consumer experience and value-based care. Headquartered in Charlotte, North Carolina, Advocate Health services nearly 6 million patients and is engaged in hundreds of clinical trials and research studies, with Wake Forest University School of Medicine serving as the academic core of the enterprise. It is nationally recognized for its expertise in cardiology, neurosciences, oncology, pediatrics and rehabilitation, as well as organ transplants, burn treatments and specialized musculoskeletal programs. Advocate Health employs 155,000 teammates across 69 hospitals and over 1,000 care locations, and offers one of the nation’s largest graduate medical education programs with over 2,000 residents and fellows across more than 200 programs. Committed to providing equitable care for all, Advocate Health provides more than $6 billion in annual community benefits.
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Get Access To All JobsTips for Finding Director Of Clinical Education Jobs
Lead with your clinical credentials upfront
Visa sponsorship decisions for this role hinge on your degree field matching clinical education. Highlight your MSN, DNP, or EdD prominently. Employers filing H-1B petitions need clear evidence your credentials meet specialty occupation standards.
Target employers with established sponsorship infrastructure
Large hospital systems, academic medical centers, and multi-site healthcare organizations file H-1B petitions regularly. Smaller community clinics rarely have immigration counsel on retainer, making sponsorship far less likely regardless of how strong your application is.
Understand that LCA filing precedes your start date
Your employer must file a Labor Condition Application with the Department of Labor before submitting the H-1B petition. Build at least four to six weeks into your timeline for this step before any expected employment start date.
Frame your role around curriculum design and program leadership
Petitions succeed when job duties emphasize specialized knowledge. Descriptions focused on clinical curriculum development, accreditation oversight, and faculty training strengthen the specialty occupation argument more than general training or staff development language.
Prepare documentation linking your degree to your duties
USCIS scrutinizes healthcare education roles carefully. Have transcripts, licensure records, and a detailed offer letter ready that explicitly ties your graduate-level coursework to each core responsibility listed in the job description.
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Can a Director of Clinical Education role qualify for H-1B sponsorship?
Yes. Director of Clinical Education positions typically qualify as specialty occupations because they require at minimum a bachelor's degree in a specific field, and most employers require a master's or doctorate in nursing, education, or a related clinical discipline. The role's focus on curriculum design, accreditation, and clinical program oversight strengthens the specialty occupation argument when USCIS reviews the petition.
What degree do I need for an employer to sponsor me in this role?
Most sponsoring employers require at minimum a Master of Science in Nursing, a Master of Education in a health-related field, or a Doctor of Nursing Practice. Some academic medical centers specifically require a doctorate. Your degree field must directly relate to the clinical education duties in the job description. A general business or unrelated liberal arts degree is unlikely to support a successful petition for this title.
Do hospitals or universities sponsor this role more often?
Both do, but large academic medical centers and health systems with nursing schools or residency programs tend to sponsor most frequently. They have established relationships with immigration attorneys and file H-1B petitions regularly across multiple roles. University-affiliated hospitals are often the strongest candidates because this role frequently overlaps with academic program requirements that already assume advanced credentialing.
What are the chances of H-1B approval for a Director of Clinical Education?
Approval rates for clinical education director roles are generally favorable when the petition is well-documented. USCIS does issue Requests for Evidence for healthcare education roles, often asking for proof that the position routinely requires a specific degree rather than accepting any bachelor's field. A detailed job description tied to your graduate clinical coursework, along with employer attestation, significantly reduces RFE risk. Browse sponsored openings on Migrate Mate to find employers already experienced with this process.
Can I switch employers on an H-1B as a Director of Clinical Education?
Yes, H-1B portability allows you to move to a new sponsoring employer once your new employer files an H-1B transfer petition, as long as your current petition was previously approved and you maintain valid status. The new employer must file a fresh Labor Condition Application reflecting the new role and location. Clinical education titles transfer well because the specialty occupation classification is consistent across most healthcare employer types.
What is the prevailing wage requirement for sponsored Director Of Clinical Education jobs?
U.S. employers sponsoring a visa must pay at least the prevailing wage, which is what workers in the same role, area, and experience level typically earn. The Department of Labor sets this rate to make sure companies aren't hiring foreign workers simply because they'd accept lower pay than a U.S. worker. It varies by job title, location, and experience. You can look up current prevailing wage rates for any occupation and location using the OFLC Wage Search page.
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