Physical Therapist Assistant Program Director

Full-Time Faculty, 12 months / Exempt

WORK SCHEDULE

Monday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 p

JOB SUMMARY

The Program Director for the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) 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, teaching and learning, faculty performance evaluation, student performance evaluation, program assessment, program budget, and accreditation processes. The program director will collaboratively work with administration, faculty/staff members, other departments including the Doctor of Physical Therapy 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 communicating collaboratively in the performance of all duties are essential skills for this position as the Program Director will be expected to manage faculty and staff, promote academic excellence, and advocate for the program within the university and the broader community. The Director will lead all aspects of CAPTE accreditation. The Program Director will engage in professional service opportunities that follow accreditation requirements and institutional policies and procedures. 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, with a desire to work in a Christian university while supporting the institution's mission and educational goals and fostering an environment of growth and excellence for students and faculty alike.

The PTA Program Director serves as a member of the School of Professional Studies.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Essential Functions:

Provide leadership, vision, and strategic direction for the ProgramMaintain state, institutional, and programmatic (CAPTE) accreditation, ensuring compliance with all standards and rulesImplement and evaluate a contemporary and evidence-based program curriculum that meets accreditation standardsMaintain and uphold Program regulations, policies, and procedures that align with the University and achieve Program goalsProvide oversight and general supervision for the Core and Associated Faculty, including recruitment and retention of personnelConduct Faculty and Staff performance evaluations, mentorship, and professional developmentAssess the Program’s mission statement, goals, and competencies as necessarySelect qualified and diverse applicants for admission to the ProgramProvide student instruction, evaluate student performance, and assure the availability of remedial instructionPlan and administer the Program budget and financial resources to support program needsConduct and lead Faculty and Staff strategic planning meetings for the Program.Represent and advocate for the Program within the university and the communityAttend university activities as designatedPerform the duties of a faculty member as identified in institutional policies and proceduresCollaborate with Professional Studies and Doctor of Physical Therapy program directorsConduct ongoing Program assessment

Required Qualifications:

Southern Nazarene University is an expression of the Church of the Nazarene. According to SNU policy, 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. As an institution of the Church of the Nazarene, applicants must understand and embrace the biblical principle that all people are created in the image of God and should be treated with dignity and respect, including a belief in equal opportunity to work, contribute, and flourish without discrimination.Is a physical therapist assistant or a physical therapistHolds an active, unencumbered PTA or PT license in any United States jurisdiction and is in compliance with the practice act for the state of Oklahoma Has earned a minimum of a master’s degree or previous CAPTE-granted exemptionA minimum of five years, full-time, post licensure experience that includes a minimum of three years of full-time clinical experienceExperience in classroom, lab, or clinical teaching experienceExperience in administration, management, and leadership. (Experience and professional development derived from the clinic is acceptable.)Professional development and/or education in all of the following: educational theory and methodology, instructional design, student evaluation, and outcome assessmentHas experience in fiscal managementHas experience or formal training in program evaluation and assessmentIs familiar with CAPTE accreditation requirementsPossesses strong verbal and written communication skillsExperience in coordinating complex program accreditation or similar processesKnowledge of industry-standard PT equipmentExcellent organizational and communication skillsSupervisory experience or administrative experience Contemporary physical therapy practice Engages in a scholarship that reflects contributions to the profession and is aligned with the mission of SNU

Preferred Qualifications:

Master’s DegreeExperience in non-traditional student instructionExperience in physical therapist assistant education Experience in CAPTE accreditation

Supervision Received:

Receives supervision and work assignments from a VPAA or AVP as designated supervisors

Supervision Exercised:

Will be responsible for the coordination of program faculty and possible work assignments for student employees.

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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.