Physical Therapy Adjunct

Purpose: Supports the mission of the university and the program by providing quality education and mentorship to DPT students.

RESPONSIBILITIES

• Collaboratively (either with course coordinator or Dept Chair) develops a course of instruction for students that provides the relevant content and learning outcomes as a part of the larger DPT curriculum.
• Collaborates with PT faculty to evaluate students based on course outcomes, including but not limited to grading competencies, practicals, documentation, and other written assignments
• Facilitates integration of theory and research in clinical practice
• Makes assignments relevant to course outcomes and students learning needs
• Sets up and cleans-up all lab activities
• Works with administrative assistants and student workers to keep labs clean and organized.
• Inspects equipment prior to use and reports any problems with equipment to lab skills coordinator and/or course instructor immediately
• Assists with off-campus activities as needed
• Communicates with core faculty to facilitate curricular integration and to inform advisors of student issues in their course
• Attends faculty meetings as possible

This is a pooled position that will remain open. You will be contacted if specific opportunities are available.

Contact hours vary according to course needs.

Qualifications

Educational:

• DPT OR MS + BSPT required
• Ph.D., EdD, or other advanced doctoral degree preferred
• Clinical specialization preferred

Professional Experience:

• Current Ohio physical therapy license without restrictions
• Minimum of 2 years of clinical experience in area of course
• Membership in professional organizations preferred

Personal:

• Demonstrates strong interpersonal and organizational skills, a sense of humor, flexibility, and creativity.
• Commitment to collaborating with colleagues in other health science disciplines
• Demonstrates knowledge and expertise in the course topic.
• Serves as a professional role model for colleagues, students, and the professional community
• Exceptional verbal and written communication skills with strengths in public speaking (classroom/lab environment)
• Thinks creatively and critically
• Adapts willingly and quickly to changing priorities, responsibilities, and functions within the department and/or position.
• Maintains a high level of accuracy, consistently reviewing work to detect errors, oversights, or omissions.
• Takes immediate and independent action when necessary assuming initiative for creative problem-solving.
• Accomplishes tasks with follow-through to completion.
• Is punctual and thorough in completing assigned tasks, including being presented and prepared for class and/or lab.
• Seeks clarification or information before making decisions that affect University and Program operations

Please upload a cover letter stating your interests and your ability to teach day and/or night courses, your resume or curriculum vitae, and at least three professional references.

Transcripts will be required when new hire forms are completed, and successful completion of a background check will be required prior to the date of hire.

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