Visiting Instructor Doctor of Physical Therapy Program

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Armstrong Campus
11935 Abercorn Street
Savannah, GA 31419

Department of Clinical Sciences

Search Chair: Sidney Stoddard

Electronic mail: [email protected]

Telephone: 912-344-3315

The person selected for this position will be an integral part of a physical therapist education program with a sustained record of student success. The program¿s mission is providing student-centered education that allows individuals to develop physical therapy skills and knowledge that address the challenges of the rapidly changing healthcare system and the expanding need for evidence-based physical therapy services. The program also works collaboratively with various stakeholders within and outside the physical therapy community to improve the quality of physical therapy care and enhance the scientific basis of professional practice.

Reporting to the department chair, the visiting instructor in Physical Therapy will be expected to teach the equivalent of 15 semester hours per semester in a variety of content areas. This is an academic year  appointment for the months of August 2024-May 2025.  The salary is competitive and commensurate with qualifications and experience.

Earned doctoral degree (the DPT is sufficient)

An active, unrestricted PT license and eligibility for a Georgia PT license

Contemporary expertise beyond entry-level education in the following content areas:

• Adult rehabilitation focused on disorders of the neurologic and/or cardiopulmonary and/or multiple body systems 

Experience in one or more of the following:

• Full-time teaching/administration in a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant program
• Site coordinator for physical therapy clinical education or significant experience as a physical therapist clinical instructor
• Teaching in some other sustained professional or academic capacity 

Willingness to engage with institutional student success initiatives

Commitment to engaging with best practice initiatives in instruction and pedagogy, mentoring, and curriculum design and development

Advanced physical therapy certification in a specialty area 

A record of scholarship in physical therapy

Contemporary expertise in acute care, gait, pediatrics, prosthetics, sports, leadership, practice management

Commensurate with experience.
This is an exempt position paid on a monthly basis.

A complete application consists of a letter addressing the qualifications cited above; a curriculum vitae; and the names, addresses, telephone numbers, and email addresses of at least three professional references. Other documentation may be requested. 

ABILITIES
Consistently exhibit engaging customer service
Ability to support various constituencies served by the University
Proven proficiency with computers including Microsoft Office, Google, and/or applications as required for specific position
KNOWLEDGE
Adhere to University policies and procedures to meet Institutional goals and support University's mission for student success
SKILLS
Effective communication (verbal and written), organizational and human relations skills

Open Until Filled
Screening of applications begins June 5, 2024 and continues until the position is filled. Preferred start date is August 1, 2024.

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Faculty are expected to contribute to the vibrant university community by engaging students, participating in events, and performing other responsibilities on-campus. 

Faculty may be required to teach, conduct research, or perform service duties on any of the three campuses. Georgia Southern provides accessible transportation options between campuses.

Offers of employment are contingent upon completion of background investigation including a criminal background check demonstrating your eligibility for employment with Georgia Southern University, as determined by Georgia Southern University in its sole discretion, confirmation of the credentials and employment history reflected in your application materials and, if applicable, a satisfactory credit check. Applicants may be subject to a pre-employment drug test.
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Legally authorized to work in the United States for the duration of employment without assistance from the University.
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color, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, religion, age, veteran status, political affiliation, or disability. Individuals in need of reasonable accommodations under the Americans with Disabilities Act to participate in the search process should notify Human Resources: (912) 478-6947.

This is not a supervisory position.
This position will not be required to drive.
This role is not considered a position of trust.

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