Director of Clinical Education, Doctor of Physical Therapy (Assistant / Associate Professor)

Director of Clinical Education, Doctor of Physical Therapy (Assistant / Associate Professor)

Director of Clinical Education, Doctor of Physical Therapy (Assistant / Associate Professor)

locations

University of Nevada, Reno - Main Campus

time type

Full time

posted on

Posted Yesterday

job requisition id

R0147791

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Job Description

The University of Nevada is seeking a dedicated and experienced individual to serve as the Director of Clinical Education (DCE) for our newly established Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program. This core faculty position is responsible for overseeing the clinical education component of the curriculum, ensuring that students receive high-quality learning experiences that integrate didactic and clinical knowledge to prepare them for professional practice.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Education Program Development and Management

Lead the development, implementation, and refinement of the clinical education curriculum.

Establish and maintain relationships with clinical education sites and clinical faculty.

Ensure clinical education experiences align with program goals and accreditation standards.

Collaborate with program director in the assessment and development of the DPT program.

Student and Faculty Support

Collaborate with faculty to evaluate student performance in clinical settings.

Provide mentorship and guidance to students during clinical placements.

Educate students, clinical faculty, and academic faculty about clinical education processes and expectations.

Participate in departmental and university events.

Communication and Liaison Role:

Serve as the primary liaison between the program and clinical education sites.

Facilitate communication about policies, curriculum, and clinical education expectations with all stakeholders.

Teaching and Clinical Care:

Teach and assist in teaching core curriculum courses.

Opportunities to provide clinical care in our outpatient or inpatient settings.

Curriculum Design and Assessment:

Contribute to curriculum design, review, and revision using data from clinical education outcomes and trends in healthcare delivery.

Collect and analyze feedback from students, clinical sites, and faculty to assess and improve clinical education components.

Compliance and Accreditation:

Ensure the clinical education program meets Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) standards.

Maintain comprehensive records, including clinical site agreements, student performance data, and program evaluations.

Professional Development and Engagement:

Participate in regional, state, and national clinical education forums and professional development opportunities.

Stay current with trends and best practices in clinical education.

Required Qualifications

Licensed Physical Therapist or eligibility for licensure in Nevada, with a doctoral degree (DPT) from an accredited program.

Minimum of 3 years of clinical practice, including experience as a clinical instructor, site coordinator of clinical education, or academic teaching in clinical education.

Strong organizational, communication, and interpersonal skills.

Knowledge of legislative, regulatory, legal, and practice issues affecting clinical education and the physical therapy profession.

Demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, and inclusion in education.

Preferred Qualifications

Experience as a Director of Clinical Education or in a similar role.

Two years of experience in teaching, curriculum development, and administration in a physical therapy education program.

Involvement in clinical education and professional organizations like the APTA and ACAPT.

Evidence of scholarship.

Compensation Grade

Assistant Professor

Associate Professor

To view the salary schedule for this position, please visit: Salary Schedules and select Academic Faculty. Salary is competitive and commensurate with related education and experience.

Remarkable Retirement!

Our retirement plan is beyond compare. Your 17.50% contribution is generously matched by the University. With the faculty retirement plan, you are 100% vested your first day. Sit back and watch your retirement dollars grow! All permanent employees on an annual "A" or "B" contract who are employed at least 50% full-time are eligible to participate in the NSHE retirement program unless they are members of PERS of Nevada.

Perks of Working at UNR

Health insurance options including dental and vision - Health Insurance

Generous annual, sick leave, long term disability and life insurance - Faculty Benefits

E. L. Wiegand Fitness Center offers annual or semester memberships and spouse/domestic partner membership options. E.L. Wiegand Fitness Center

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Grants-in-aid for Faculty Employees

The University is proud to provide a reduced-rate tuition benefit to faculty and qualified dependents. Faculty can take up to six credits per semester at a reduced rate. Dependents of faculty have unlimited credits, but in order to be eligible children must be unmarried and under the age of 24 and must receive at least 50% of their financial support from the employee and/or employee's spouse or domestic partner. Faculty Grants-in-Aid

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The University of Nevada, Reno recognizes the importance of addressing dual-career couples' professional needs. We offer a dual career assistance program to newly hired faculty spouses/partners that provides resources and assists them to identify career opportunities in Northern Nevada. Dual Career Assistance Program

College Information

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Exempt

Yes

Full-Time Equivalent

100.0%

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3) Contact Information for three professional references

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This posting is open until filled

Qualified individuals are encouraged to apply immediately. This search will close without notice when enough applications are received, or a hiring decision has been made.

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