University of the Cumberlands ยท 18 hours ago
Director of Clinical Education - Doctor of Physical Therapy Program
Williamsburg, KY
Full-time
Hybrid
Lead/Staff, Director/Executive
3+ years expThe University of the Cumberlands is seeking a Director of Clinical Education for their Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. This role involves administrative leadership of the clinical education program, ensuring high-quality clinical learning experiences, and contributing to teaching, curriculum development, and student advising.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Direct and administer the clinical education component of the DPT curriculum
Establish, maintain, and evaluate clinical education sites to ensure appropriate quality, quantity, and diversity of learning experiences
Serve as liaison between the academic program and clinical education sites, including CCCEs and Clinical Instructors
Coordinate student clinical placements, progression, evaluation, remediation, and readiness for entry-level practice
Maintain clinical education agreements, records, and assessment data
Lead clinical faculty development and promote best practices in clinical instruction
Participate in accreditation preparation, reporting, and continuous quality improvement related to clinical education
Teach within the DPT curriculum based on program needs and faculty expertise using hybrid instructional delivery
Participate in curriculum design, implementation, assessment, and revision
Advise and mentor students academically and professionally
Contribute to admissions, recruitment, retention, and student support activities
Participate in shared governance, faculty meetings, and institutional service
Engage in scholarly activity consistent with faculty rank and program expectations
Support program assessment, strategic planning, and accreditation activities
Other duties as assigned by the Program Director
Qualification
Required
Graduation from an accredited physical therapist professional program or equivalent
Earned academic or clinical doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, DHSc, DSc, or DPT with ABPTS specialty certification)
Active, unencumbered physical therapy license or eligibility for licensure or compact privilege in Kentucky
Minimum of three (3) years of clinical practice experience as a licensed physical therapist
Minimum of three (3) years of experience in clinical teaching and/or clinical education coordination
Demonstrated ability to administer and assess clinical education programs
Strong organizational, communication, leadership, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills
Ability to utilize instructional and information technologies effectively
Ability to travel for on-campus teaching, program events, and clinical site engagement
Ability to work with diverse learners and comply with ADA requirements
Membership in the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
Preferred
Prior teaching experience in a CAPTE-accredited physical therapist education program
Experience with hybrid or distance education models
Experience with accreditation preparation and program assessment
Earned status as an APTA Credentialed Clinical Instructor
Active participation in professional service at the local, state, or national level
Record of scholarly activity related to education, clinical education, or professional practice
Benefits
Excellent benefits for employees and their dependents
Company
University of the Cumberlands
Located in Williamsburg, Ky., University of the Cumberlands is a private, liberal arts institution aiming to provide a quality, affordable education to students from all backgrounds through broad-based academics.
201-500 employees
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