- Develop, maintain, and review all clinical sites and respective affiliation agreements in collaboration with the Program Director.
- Develop and maintain relationships with clinical sites and clinical faculty to ensure that clinical education experiences meet the needs of the DPT program, including compliance with all accreditation standards and regulations.
- Ensure that students are provided with appropriate orientation to clinical education experiences, including safety protocols, site-specific policies and procedures, and expectations for conduct and professionalism.
- Plan, coordinate and manage all integrated and full-time clinical education components of the
- DPT curriculum, including clinical site selection, orientation of clinical instructors, scheduling, and evaluation of student performance in the clinical setting.
- Provide effective leadership and guidance to support staff members involved in the clinical phase of the Tarleton State University Doctor of Physical Therapy Program.
- Conduct clinical site visits to evaluate student performance and effectiveness of clinical instructors.
- Work closely with the DPT Program Director and faculty to ensure a seamless transition from the didactic phase into the clinical phase of the program.
- Develop and maintain an updated clinical education handbook that clearly outlines the policies, procedures, and requirements for clinical education experiences for DPT students.
- Provide effective advising and mentoring for students
- Conduct data collection and assessment of the clinical phase of the Tarleton State Doctor of Physical Therapy program
- Develop and implement strategies for continuous improvement of clinical education experiences, including the evaluation of the effectiveness of clinical education experiences and the implementation of changes as needed.
- Manage and coordinate the clinical education and related program documentation including preparation of accreditation documentation and the annual assessment plan and report; clinical affiliation agreements, student records, course assignments and student advising consistent with the policies and procedures of the University
- Provide course instruction according to the candidate's qualifications and as needed by the program.
- Contribute to the overall development and success of the DPT program and ensure that the Tarleton State University Doctor of Physical Therapy clinical curriculum challenges students while facilitating their professional development.
- Attend professional development opportunities to maintain knowledge of current trends, issues, and best practices in clinical education and physical therapy.
- Serve on Tarleton State University Doctor of Physical Therapy program committees and/or other committees within the institution.
- Demonstrate commitment to excellence in Physical Therapy education, scholarly activity, and servant leadership in rural health disparities and social justice.
- Must have an earned Doctoral degree in Physical Therapy
- A terminal academic degree and/or clinical specialist designation is preferred, but not required.
- Must have an unrestricted Texas state license ( or be license eligible) as a Physical Therapist.
- Must have a minimum of 3 years of clinical practice including a minimum of two years of clinical practice as an SCCE and/or CI or two years of experience in teaching, curriculum development, and administration in a physical therapy education program
- Previous teaching experience for an CAPTE accredited physical therapy education program is preferred. However, Physical Therapists new to academia are encouraged to apply. They will have the opportunity to work in a highly collaborative environment with active and supportive mentoring and faculty development training.
- Strong organizational, interpersonal, problem-solving, and counseling skills.
- A deep commitment to student success, with a passion for teaching and mentoring.
- A team player, possessing a positive attitude, and able to collaborate effectively with colleagues, clinical faculty, and students.
- A strong commitment to ethical practices in clinical education, ensuring students receive a fair and equitable clinical education experience.
- The ability to think creatively and develop innovative solutions to challenges that arise in clinical education.
- Empathy and emotional intelligence to understand the challenges and stresses that come with clinical education and support students effectively through these challenges.
- Enthusiasm for clinical education and a passion for helping students succeed.
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Director of Clinical Education - Austin, United States - Tarleton State University
Description
Job TitleDirector of Clinical Education - DPT Program
Agency
Tarleton State University
Department
Physical Therapy
Proposed Minimum Salary
Commensurate
Job Location
Stephenville, Texas
Job Type
Faculty
Job Description
The Director of Clinical Education (DCE) is a core faculty member responsible for developing and coordinating all aspects of clinical education for the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at Tarleton State University.
The DCE works under the direction of the DPT Program Director and plays a vital role in ensuring the success of the DPT program through relationship building and engagement of learners, faculty, and staff to achieve programmatic goals.
This will be an Assistant/Associate Professor non-tenure clinical-track, 12-month appointment headquartered at the Stephenville campus.Work hours:
Mon-Fri; 8 AM-5 PM or as work and teaching requirements indicate. Requires the ability to teach and/or work remotely at the University's discretion. The position will be 100% administrative load until the first cohort matriculates. The load will then shift to 60% administrative and 40% teaching/service.
Responsibilities:
Education and Experience:
Documents required:
Completed online application
Cover letter
Resume/CV
Three professional references with complete contact information
Unofficial transcripts
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.
Official transcripts must be received directly from each degree‐granting institution before a letter of appointment is issued.
All positions are security-sensitive.
Applicants are subject to a criminal history investigation, and employment is contingent upon the institution's verification of credentials and/or other information required by the institution's procedures, including the completion of the criminal history check.
Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action/Veterans/Disability Employer.
