Instructor for Entry-Level Doctor of Physical Therapy Program (2023-2024 Academic Year)

University of the Incarnate Word, United States

Updated: 1 day ago
Location: San Antonio, TEXAS
Job Type: PartTime
Deadline: 31 May 2024

Position Details
Position Information


Position Title Instructor for Entry-Level Doctor of Physical Therapy Program (2023-2024 Academic Year)
UIW Mission
University of the Incarnate Word is a Catholic institution that welcomes to its community persons of diverse backgrounds, in the belief that their respectful interaction advances the discovery of truth, mutual understanding, self-realization, and the common good.
Position Summary
The School of Physical Therapy is seeking qualified part-time faculty members to serve as small group facilitator/tutor and/or teaching assistant in skills development laboratory. Part-time faculty are expected to participate in comprehensive practical examination and/or interview sessions. In all matters, faculty are expected to maintain the highest standards of professional ethics consistent with the UIW Mission.
This applicant pool will remain online and be used to hire interested part-time faculty as needed.

This position is considered a “Responsible Employee” under Title IX federal regulations and “Mandatory Reporter” under Texas state law and the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy. As a Mandatory Reporter, this position requires you, as the employee, to promptly report any incident that you witness or receive information about Title IX violations. These reporting responsibilities are set out in the UIW Sexual Misconduct Policy.
Benefits
Essential Functions
  • Serve as a small group facilitator/tutor in the Physical Therapy Reasoning course series or as a teaching assistant in the Patient-Client Management course series, including, meeting time with faculty prior to class as well as participation in the Comprehensive Practical Exam at the end of the semester as needed.
  • Participate in the Interview Sessions as needed.
  • Teach assigned course based on approved departmental syllabi.
  • Work collaboratively with departmental faculty to ensure standard curriculum outcomes are met.
  • Be available outside of class to help students learn and to answer their questions (1 hour per 3-hour class, physically and/or electronically).
  • Conduct respectful relationships with faculty, staff, and students both in and outside the classroom.
  • Perform other duties as assigned.

Qualifications


Knowledge Skills and Abilities
  • Strong communication, organization, interpersonal, and problem-solving skills.
  • Current knowledge and skill in the use of information and computer technology or proven ability to learn these skills.
  • Knowledge of legislative, regulatory, legal, and practice issues affecting physical therapy education and practice.
  • Ability to work effectively with individuals from diverse communities and cultures.
  • Employee shall adhere to all applicable rules and regulations of the University, the Conference, and the NCAA.
Required Education
  • Earned doctoral degree.
  • Graduate of an accredited physical therapy program.
Required Work Experience
  • Five (5) years experience as a licensed physical therapist, OR
  • Two (2) years if graduate of a problem-based learning program, OR
  • Two (2) years if a graduate of a residency.
Preferred Qualifications
  • Board-certified clinical specialization.
  • Prior clinical instructor experience.
  • Active in clinical practice.
  • Prior teaching experience in a physical therapy academic program.
  • Active in professional activities at local, state, and/or national levels.
Required Certifications, Licenses or Registrations
  • Licensed to practice Physical Therapy
  • Member of the American Physical Therapy Association.
Work Hours
Based on course assignment.
Physical Demands
N/A.

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