Program Director/Instructor Physical Therapy Assistant Program

Program Director/Instructor Physical Therapy Assistant Program

Program Director/Instructor Physical Therapy Assistant Program

Company:

New River Community and Technical College

Job Location:

Beaver, West Virginia

Category:

Physical Therapy

Type:

Full-Time

Job Description

Shape the Future of Healthcare Education in Southern West Virginia

New River Community and Technical College (NRCTC) is seeking a qualified and mission driven Program Director/Instructor to lead its CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapy Assistant program. This role offers an opportunity to combine academic leadership, teaching, and clinical engagement while making a meaningful impact on students and healthcare workforce in southern West Virginia.

Position Summary

The Program Director provides leadership, administration, instruction, and accreditation oversight for the PTA Program. Reporting to the Dean of Allied Health, Nursing and Natural Sciences, this full-time, exempt position ensures program quality, compliance with CAPTE Standards, and student success through collaborative faculty and community partnerships.

Key Responsibilities

Provide academic and administrative leadership for the PTA Program

Ensure ongoing compliance with CAPTE accreditation standards, reporting, and outcomes assessment

Teach PTA didactic and laboratory courses

Lead curriculum development, assessment, and continuous improvement

Manage program budget, resources, scheduling, and admissions processes

Recruit, mentor, and evaluate faculty

Maintain clinical partnerships and advisory board engagement

Complete 50 hours of annual clinical practice

Participate in institutional governance and professional service.

Required Qualifications

Active, unencumbered PT or PTA license/certification (eligible for WV practice)

Master's degree required (Doctorate preferred)

Graduate of a CAPTE-accredited PT program or closely related field

Minimum of 5 years post-licensure experience, including 3 years of clinical practice

Teaching experience (classroom, lab or clinical)

Leadership or administrative experience (academic or clinical)

Professional development in:

Educational theory and methodology

Instructional design

Student evaluation

Outcomes assessment

Preferred

Prior experience as a Program Director, Academic Coordinator, or Core Faculty of a PTA Program

Experience with accreditation reporting and outcomes data

Why Join New River CTC?

Meaningful work that directly impacts student success and regional healthcare.

Supportive mission-driven academic environment.

Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package

401 (k) employer contributions

Generous vacation, sick leave accrual, holidays

Commitment to professional development and lifelong learning.

Employment preference is given to candidates residing in West Virginia or NRCTC's service region.

About NRCTC

NRCTC provides accessible, affordable, high-quality education and workforce training to support the communities of southeastern and south-central West Virginia. Our mission is rooted in student success, community engagement, and regional workforce development.

Ready to make a Difference?

If you are inspired to educate the next generation of physical therapy assistant professionals, while leading a respected academic program, we encourage you to apply to join New River Community and Technical College.

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