Mission and Goals
MISSION STATEMENT
The Mission of the Saint Joseph’s University Physician Assistant Program is to educate future physician assistants with a foundation in equitable, person-centered, evidence-based care, with a focus on primary care (family medicine), interprofessional healthcare and an exposure to underserved and diverse patient populations.
PROGRAM GOALS
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Outcomes to be measured:
1. 100% of students will achieve an 80% or higher on their Masters’ Thesis Capstone Rapid Review research project as part of the Capstone course (PHA 604).
2. Average score of ≥ 3.5/5.0 overall average per cohort, among all preceptors within a particular specialty for the following preceptor evaluation section: Application to clinical practice (EBM): Ability to utilize an evidence-based approach to the diagnosis and management of patients, as per the preceptor.
3. Average score of ≥ 3.5/5.0 overall average per cohort, among all preceptors within a particular specialty for the following preceptor evaluation section: Take Responsibility for One's Own Learning: Ability to take initiative and have the capability to enhance and drive their own educational experience.
4. 100% of students will achieve an 80% or higher on the second Research Article Critique in PHA 526 Introduction to Research/Evidence Based Medicine Course. -
Outcomes to be measured:
1. Average score of ≥ 3.5/5.0 overall average per cohort, among all preceptors within a particular specialty for the following preceptor evaluation section: Barriers to Care & Healthcare Disparities: Ability to address sensitive subjects with rapport-building respect and professionalism.
2. Annual first-time PANCE pass rate that meets or exceeds the national average.
3. 100% of students will achieve an 87% (B+) or higher in PHA 652 Family Medicine Rotation II.
4. 100% of students will achieve an 80% or higher on the Physician Assistant Patient Interaction component of the Summative Assessment in PHA 604 the Capstone Course.
5. Average score of ≥ 3.5/5.0 overall average per cohort, among all preceptors within a particular specialty for the following preceptor evaluation section: Cultural, Racial, Social & Ethnic Considerations: Ability to communicate with patients and patients' families in a professional, empathic manner that considers social, cultural and economic contexts.
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Outcomes to be measured:
1. Average score of ≥ 3.5/5.0 overall average per cohort, among all preceptors within a particular specialty for the following preceptor evaluation section: Ability to work on a team.
2. Average score of ≥ 3.5/5.0 overall average per cohort, among all preceptors within a particular specialty for the following preceptor evaluation: PA-Physician Relationship: awareness the role of the physician assistant and the supervising physician as it pertains to Discipline
3. The program average for exam items categorized with “interprofessional education” will meet or exceed a 90% success rate for the graduating cohort of any particular year.
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Outcomes to be measured:
1. The program average for exam items categorized with “Barriers to Care and Healthcare Disparities” will meet or exceed a 90% success rate for the graduating cohort of any particular year.
2. The program average for exam items categorized with “Clinical Ethics” will meet or exceed 90% success rate for the graduating cohort of any particular year.
3. 100% of students will achieve an 80% or higher on the Physician Assistant Patient Interaction component of the Summative Assessment in PHA 604 the Capstone Course.4. Average score of ≥ 3.5/5.0 overall average per cohort, among all preceptors within a particular specialty for the following preceptor evaluation section: PA Role & Scope of Practice: Student awareness of personal limitations and PA scope of practice.
5. Average score of ≥ 3.5/5.0 overall average per cohort, among all preceptors within a particular specialty for the following preceptor evaluation section: Self-Assessment & Awareness: Ability to adjust practice and behavior in order to work towards professional growth.
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Outcomes to be measured:
1. The program average for exam items categorized with “Clinical Reasoning/Medical Decision Making” will meet or exceed a 90% success rate for the graduating cohort of any particular year.
2. 100% of students will achieve an 85% or higher on the Objective Structured Clinical Examination (OSCE) component of the Summative Assessment in PHA 604 the Capstone Course.
3 .Average score of ≥ 3.5/5.0 overall average per cohort, among all preceptors within a particular specialty for the following preceptor evaluation section: Formulation of a Ddx list: Ability to provide the preceptor with an appropriate differential diagnosis after completing a history and physical exam with a patient.
4. Average score of ≥ 3.5/5.0 overall average per cohort, among all preceptors within a particular specialty for the following preceptor evaluation: Determining a plan: Ability to develop and assist with implementation of appropriate and comprehensive management plans, including pharmacology and non-pharmacologic interventions.
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Outcomes to be measured:
1. Annual first-time PANCE pass rate that meets or exceeds the national average.
2. 80% of students will receive an 80% or higher on the PHA 652 (Family Medicine II) PAEA End-of-Rotation Examination.
3. 100% of students will receive an 80% or higher on the Summative OSCE in PHA 604 the Capstone Course.4. Average score of ≥ 3.5/5.0 overall average per cohort, among all preceptors within a particular specialty for the following preceptor evaluation: Application to clinical practice (EBM): Ability to utilize an evidence-based approach to the diagnosis and management of patients, as per the preceptor.
5. Average score of ≥ 3.5/5.0 overall average per cohort, among all preceptors within a particular specialty for the following preceptor evaluation: Early Detection/Screening: Ability to provide routine health maintenance activities for adults and elderly patients.