About this Assistant Program Director (CAA), MHS-AA role at Kansas City University
Job Type:
FacultyJob Description:
Kansas City University (KCU) is seeking a Certified Anesthesiologist Assistant (CAA) to join our team in a dynamic, full-time split position: 60% dedicated to academic responsibilities at KCU's Joplin campus and 40% to clinical practice at an approved clinical partner. Salary and benefits are provided by KCU based on a 1.0 FTE (full-time equivalent) appointment. On average, the employee will work 3 days a week as a didactic instructor and 2 days a week as a clinical preceptor. This unique opportunity allows the opportunity to shape the future of anesthesiology education while maintaining clinical expertise in a collaborative, patient-centered care environment.This role supports the launch of KCU’s Master of Health Science in Anesthesiologist Assistant (MHS-AA) program—a 28-month clinical master’s degree aimed at training highly skilled AAs to serve as essential members of the Anesthesia Care Team. The program is set to welcome its inaugural class in January 2026.
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!
Equal Opportunity Employer
KCU is committed to promoting an equal employment opportunity workplace. Equal opportunity is and shall be provided for all employees and applicants for employment on the basis of their demonstrated ability and competence without discrimination on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, genetic information (GINA), physical or mental disability, pregnancy, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, familial status, ancestry, military and/or veteran status, and/or any other status protected by applicable Federal, state or local law.
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