Co-Director of Clinical Education/Assistant Professor, Physical Therapy and Athletic Training (1870)

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Company: Idaho State University

Location: Meridian, ID 83646

Description:

Co-Director of Clinical Education/Assistant Professor, Physical Therapy and Athletic Training (1870)
Meridian/Boise

Institution Information

Idaho State University, established in 1901, is aCarnegie-classified doctoral research and teaching institution, with a culturebuilt on trust, compassion, stability, and hope. ISU serves over 12,000students in Pocatello, Meridian, Twin Falls, and Idaho Falls. Students andfaculty at ISU are leading the way in cutting-edge research and innovativesolutions. We are proud to offer exceptional academics nestled in the grand,natural beauty of the West. We invite you to apply to be a part of ourUniversity community!

Job Description

The Department of Physical Therapyand Athletic Training at Idaho State University is searching for a core facultymember to serve as the Co-Director of ClinicalEducation for the on-site Doctor ofPhysical Therapy (DPT) program based on the campus inMeridian, Idaho. This is a full-time, 12-month positionwith an appointment at the level of assistant professor or higher,academic, commensurate with experience. This opportunity is for a tenure or non-tenuretrack to commensurate with experience. Candidates with academic terminaldegrees may negotiate for a tenure-track position.

Key Responsibilities
  • Clinical Education Program Development: Develop, organize, and manage clinical experiences for the DPT program
  • Clinical Instructor Mentoring: Mentoring and teaching clinical instructors in education principles
  • Clinical Education Program Student management: Advise students in clinical progressions and placements, assure compliance with policies and procedures; maintain significant communication and contact with students regarding their clinical education
  • Academic Teaching: Develop, organize, and deliver course content as assigned related toclinical expertise in line with the program curriculum, which may includecoordination and collaboration with other faculty to assure curriculumcohesiveness
  • Service: serve on program, department, college, and/or university committees, engage in professional and community service in area of expertise
  • Scholarship/Research: Develop and conduct a scholarly agenda engaging in scholarly activity to further promote the advancement of knowledge of Physical Therapy, engage in interdisciplinary scholarship activities scholarly agenda that includes serving as an advisor for student research and capstone projects


Minimum Qualifications
  • Terminal professional DPT degree or other doctoral degree
  • Possess or be eligible for an active license in Physical Therapy in the United States and in the State of Idaho
  • Strong written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills
  • Demonstrated experience in fostering a diverse and inclusive educational environment
  • Demonstrated effectiveness when working in teams
  • Minimum of 3 full-time years of clinical experience and 2 years ofteaching experience as a clinical instructor, or site coordinator, or within anacademic

Preferred Qualifications
  • Advanced academic doctorate degree (PhD, DSc, EdD, etc.)
  • Teaching and/or research/scholarship in the areas of neurology, geriatrics, or other specialties
  • APTA Specialist Certification or other specialist certification
  • Evidence of contribution to curriculum design and evaluation related to clinical education
  • Membership in the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
  • Clinical Instructor Credentialling

Additional Information

You must submit your CV/resume, cover letter, and list ofthree (3) professional references, including current contact information. Thisposition will remain open until it is filled; however, priority considerationwill be given to applications received prior to November 11 , 2024. Salary will be between $80,000 - $85,000 (non-tenure track) $85,000 - $95,000 (tenure track) per year,commensurate with education and experience. Benefits include comprehensivehealth, dental, and vision; life insurance; disability plan; employee assistanceprogram (EAP); excellent retirement options and company contribution; andgenerous paid time off/sick leave accrual. All offers of employment areconditional pending the successful completion of a background investigation,provided by HireRight.

Posting Number: req2338
Type: Working 12 months per year
Position: Faculty Non-Tenure Track
Division: Division of Health Sciences

The State of Idaho is committed to providing equal employment opportunities and prohibit discrimination against qualified individuals based on their status as protected veterans or individuals with disabilities and prohibit discrimination against all individuals based on their race, color, religion, political affiliation or belief, sex, national origin, genetics, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local laws.

The State of Idaho is committed to access and reasonable accommodations for individuals with disabilities, auxiliary aids and services are available upon request. If you require an accommodation at any step in our recruitment process, you are encouraged to contact ([redacted] (TTY/TTD: 711), or email [redacted].

Preference may be given to veterans who qualify under state and federal laws and regulations.

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