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Universities of Wisconsin · 4 weeks ago

Program Director, Doctor of Physical Therapy Program

Stevens Point, WI

Full-time

Onsite

Director/Executive

$140K/yr - $140K/yr

6+ years exp

The University of Wisconsin-Stevens Point is seeking a Program Director for their Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. This role involves providing strategic leadership, overseeing program administration, and ensuring alignment with accreditation standards while fostering an inclusive learning environment.

Higher Education

No H1B

U.S. Citizen Only

Responsibilities

Provides visionary and strategic leadership for a program grounded in community engagement and rural health access

Oversees all aspects of program administration, including curriculum development, faculty recruitment and mentorship, accreditation compliance, and budget management

Ensures the program’s alignment with the mission of UWSP and the standards of the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), fostering an inclusive learning environment that prepares graduates for evidence-based, person-centered practice

Represents the program within the university and professional community and promotes innovation in teaching, scholarship, and clinical partnerships

Qualification

Physical therapist licenseDoctoral degreeCAPTE accreditation experienceEducational administrationCompetency-based educationTeam buildingCommunity engagementScholarly activityLeadership skills

Required

Physical therapist with an active unencumbered license in Wisconsin or license eligible in the state of Wisconsin (must be licensed in WI within 6 months of hire)

Earned academic doctoral degree with a minimum of 6 years of full-time equivalent experience with at least 3 years of service as a core faculty member in a CAPTE accredited physical therapist education program

Rank of associate or full professor or eligible for rank of associate professor at the point of hire (tenure review contingent with hire). Experience or professional development in educational administration, management and leadership

A demonstrated commitment to competency-based and community-engaged learning, with a vision to prepare physical therapists as primary care providers meeting the needs of rural communities in Wisconsin and across the nation

Familiarity with CAPTE accreditation requirements and/or experience with other accreditation and regulatory agencies

A record of professional and institutional service

Effective leadership and management skills, with the ability to foster a collaborative, innovative, and energetic faculty team

Demonstrated effectiveness as an educator in an entry-level CAPTE accredited DPT program