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Doctor of Physical Therapy Program Director
Inside Higher Ed, Bethany, Oklahoma, United States, 73008
Overview
Doctor of Physical Therapy Program Director Location: Bethany Campus - Bethany, OK Position Type: Faculty Full-Time Education Level: Terminal Degree Travel Percentage: Up to 25% Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Description: Full-Time Faculty, 12 months, Exempt Job Summary
The Program Director for the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at SNU is responsible for providing strategic and collaborative leadership and ensuring the program aligns with the university mission and accreditation standards. The role involves oversight of all program functions: curriculum development, teaching and learning, faculty performance evaluation, student performance evaluation, program assessment, and accreditation processes. The program director will collaborate with administration, faculty and staff, other departments including the Physical Therapist Assistant program, accrediting bodies, clinical partners, and community members to create a supportive educational environment. Strong interpersonal, leadership, and organizational skills, effective management of faculty and staff, and collaborative communication are essential. The Director will lead all aspects of the initial CAPTE candidacy and accreditation, engage in research and scholarship activities, and participate in institutional and professional service opportunities that follow accreditation requirements and institutional policies. The Program Director will also teach courses as assigned and agreed upon with institutional leadership. The Program Director must demonstrate a commitment to Christian higher education and support the institution\'s mission and educational goals while fostering growth and excellence for students and faculty.
Responsibilities
Provide leadership, vision, and strategic direction for the Program. Establish and maintain state, institutional, and programmatic (CAPTE) accreditation, ensuring compliance with all standards and rules. Design, develop, implement, and evaluate a contemporary and evidence-based program curriculum that meets accreditation standards. Develop, maintain, and uphold Program regulations, policies, and procedures that align with the University and achieve Program goals. Provide oversight and general supervision for the Core and Associated Faculty, including recruitment and retention of personnel. Conduct Faculty and Staff performance evaluations, mentorship, and professional development. Develop, review, and revise the mission statement, goals, and competencies of the Program as necessary. Select qualified and diverse applicants for admission to the Program. Provide student instruction, evaluate student performance, and assure the availability of remedial instruction. Plan and administer the Program budget and financial resources to support program needs. Conduct and lead Faculty and Staff strategic planning meetings for the Program. Represent and advocate for the Program within the university and the community. Attend university activities as designated. Perform the duties of a faculty member as identified in institutional policies and procedures. Lead development and pilots of DPT courses. Oversee renovation and equipping of the DPT spaces. Collaborate with Graduate Studies and Physical Therapist Assistant program directors. Assist in project evaluation efforts. Coordinate with project staff and SNU faculty/staff to institutionalize the new DPT program. Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Southern Nazarene University is an expression of the Church of the Nazarene. All faculty and staff must profess faith in Jesus Christ, possess a strong personal Christian commitment, and be committed to the SNU mission to make Christlike disciples through higher education in a Christ-centered community. An understanding of the importance of diversity, inclusion, and equity. Is a physical therapist with an active, unencumbered PT license in any United States jurisdiction and in compliance with the practice act for the state of Oklahoma. Has earned an academic doctoral degree or a previous CAPTE-granted exemption. Holds the rank of associate professor, professor, clinical associate professor, or clinical professor. Has a minimum of six years of full-time higher education experience, with a minimum of three years of full-time experience as a core faculty member in a CAPTE-accredited entry-level physical therapist education program. Has experience/professional development/education in administration, management, and leadership. (Experience from clinical settings is acceptable.) Professional development and/or education in educational theory and methodology, instructional design, student evaluation, and outcome assessment. Experience in fiscal management. Experience or formal training in program evaluation, assessment, and curriculum development. Familiarity with CAPTE accreditation requirements. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Experience in coordinating complex program accreditation or similar processes. Knowledge of industry-standard PT equipment. Excellent organizational and communication skills. Supervisory or administrative experience. Contemporary physical therapy practice. Engages in a scholarship that reflects contributions to the profession and aligns with the mission of SNU. Supervision
Supervision Received: Receives supervision and work assignments from a VPAA or AVP as designated supervisors. Supervision Exercised: Responsible for the coordination of program faculty and possible work assignments for student employees. Apply
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Generous benefit structure including family health insurance plan (shared cost), long term disability, dental insurance, group life insurance, retirement matching, tuition remission, vacation, sick leave, personal days, and holidays. Senior roles and job excerpts listed for context but not required for application.
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Doctor of Physical Therapy Program Director Location: Bethany Campus - Bethany, OK Position Type: Faculty Full-Time Education Level: Terminal Degree Travel Percentage: Up to 25% Work Schedule: Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Description: Full-Time Faculty, 12 months, Exempt Job Summary
The Program Director for the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at SNU is responsible for providing strategic and collaborative leadership and ensuring the program aligns with the university mission and accreditation standards. The role involves oversight of all program functions: curriculum development, teaching and learning, faculty performance evaluation, student performance evaluation, program assessment, and accreditation processes. The program director will collaborate with administration, faculty and staff, other departments including the Physical Therapist Assistant program, accrediting bodies, clinical partners, and community members to create a supportive educational environment. Strong interpersonal, leadership, and organizational skills, effective management of faculty and staff, and collaborative communication are essential. The Director will lead all aspects of the initial CAPTE candidacy and accreditation, engage in research and scholarship activities, and participate in institutional and professional service opportunities that follow accreditation requirements and institutional policies. The Program Director will also teach courses as assigned and agreed upon with institutional leadership. The Program Director must demonstrate a commitment to Christian higher education and support the institution\'s mission and educational goals while fostering growth and excellence for students and faculty.
Responsibilities
Provide leadership, vision, and strategic direction for the Program. Establish and maintain state, institutional, and programmatic (CAPTE) accreditation, ensuring compliance with all standards and rules. Design, develop, implement, and evaluate a contemporary and evidence-based program curriculum that meets accreditation standards. Develop, maintain, and uphold Program regulations, policies, and procedures that align with the University and achieve Program goals. Provide oversight and general supervision for the Core and Associated Faculty, including recruitment and retention of personnel. Conduct Faculty and Staff performance evaluations, mentorship, and professional development. Develop, review, and revise the mission statement, goals, and competencies of the Program as necessary. Select qualified and diverse applicants for admission to the Program. Provide student instruction, evaluate student performance, and assure the availability of remedial instruction. Plan and administer the Program budget and financial resources to support program needs. Conduct and lead Faculty and Staff strategic planning meetings for the Program. Represent and advocate for the Program within the university and the community. Attend university activities as designated. Perform the duties of a faculty member as identified in institutional policies and procedures. Lead development and pilots of DPT courses. Oversee renovation and equipping of the DPT spaces. Collaborate with Graduate Studies and Physical Therapist Assistant program directors. Assist in project evaluation efforts. Coordinate with project staff and SNU faculty/staff to institutionalize the new DPT program. Qualifications
Required Qualifications:
Southern Nazarene University is an expression of the Church of the Nazarene. All faculty and staff must profess faith in Jesus Christ, possess a strong personal Christian commitment, and be committed to the SNU mission to make Christlike disciples through higher education in a Christ-centered community. An understanding of the importance of diversity, inclusion, and equity. Is a physical therapist with an active, unencumbered PT license in any United States jurisdiction and in compliance with the practice act for the state of Oklahoma. Has earned an academic doctoral degree or a previous CAPTE-granted exemption. Holds the rank of associate professor, professor, clinical associate professor, or clinical professor. Has a minimum of six years of full-time higher education experience, with a minimum of three years of full-time experience as a core faculty member in a CAPTE-accredited entry-level physical therapist education program. Has experience/professional development/education in administration, management, and leadership. (Experience from clinical settings is acceptable.) Professional development and/or education in educational theory and methodology, instructional design, student evaluation, and outcome assessment. Experience in fiscal management. Experience or formal training in program evaluation, assessment, and curriculum development. Familiarity with CAPTE accreditation requirements. Strong verbal and written communication skills. Experience in coordinating complex program accreditation or similar processes. Knowledge of industry-standard PT equipment. Excellent organizational and communication skills. Supervisory or administrative experience. Contemporary physical therapy practice. Engages in a scholarship that reflects contributions to the profession and aligns with the mission of SNU. Supervision
Supervision Received: Receives supervision and work assignments from a VPAA or AVP as designated supervisors. Supervision Exercised: Responsible for the coordination of program faculty and possible work assignments for student employees. Apply
Apply Online for this position at Southern Nazarene Careers Benefits
Generous benefit structure including family health insurance plan (shared cost), long term disability, dental insurance, group life insurance, retirement matching, tuition remission, vacation, sick leave, personal days, and holidays. Senior roles and job excerpts listed for context but not required for application.
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