Physical Therapist Assistant Clinical Director (DPT) Job Listing at Pima Medical Institute in Seattle, WA (Job ID C3F61E98-2141-4D7D-BACA-C84F35AC94E9)

Description

Oversee and facilitate the clinical education and instructional programs for students enrolled in the Physical Therapist Assistant program.

Join our dynamic team and lead the charge in shaping the future of Physical Therapist Assistants. Your expertise and dedication will empower the next generation of healthcare professionals while making a lasting impact in the field.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

CLINICAL SUPERVISION

• Secure new clinical sites and contractual agreements.
• Coordinate the tracking and verification of all program clinical affiliation contracts.
• Ensure contracts with clinical sites are current, accurate, viable, and adequate in meeting program needs.
• Monitor competency evaluations and clinical records with students.
• Conduct orientation for students at each clinical education site.
• Visit clinical sites to review and evaluate students' clinical performance and progress.
• Coordinate with site instructors to ensure clinical education is effective.
• Coordinate the clinical education for the Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Coordinate and revise the clinical education plan.
• Recommend changes to the Program Director.
• Coordinate with clinical staff to establish a regular site for students.
• Coordinate the scheduling of students within the department.
• Develop clinical objectives and evaluations.

CURRICULUM AND INSTRUCTION

• Assess curriculum and provide input based on expectations within the profession and contemporary expertise.
• Participate in the development of processes and procedures to ensure students' readiness and safety before their clinical education experience.
• Evaluate the performance of students regarding course objectives and make necessary provisions to meet learning needs.
• Maintain student grades by established policies.
• Prepare final grades at the end of each semester to update student records and transcripts.
• Perform the duties of a Physical Therapist Assistant instructor.

STUDENT SUCCESS AND ENGAGEMENT

• Review student success rates by class and implement plans to reduce student withdrawals.
• Meet with students to encourage them to stay in the program.
• Maintain an 80% student success rate for all classes taught in the program.
• Professional Development and Service
  Participate in continuing education courses to acquire and improve knowledge in teaching methodologies, adult learning, and creating effective learning experiences.
• Participate in PMI service and/or professional service events.
• May assist the Program Director with student applicants for admission into the program.
• Participate in projects to assist in meeting department goals as determined by the Program Director.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Doctorate in Physical Therapy recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), or the Department of Education (DOE).
• Three (3) years of full-time, or equivalent, post-licensure clinical experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant or Physical Therapist.
• Documented contemporary expertise in teaching responsibility and knowledge of the content delivery method.
• One (1) year of documented experience as an instructor in a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapist Assistant or Physical Therapy program preferred.
• Physical therapist or physical therapist assistant licensed, registered, or certified according to regulations in the state where the program is located.
• A physical therapist who holds a license from any U.S. jurisdiction unless otherwise indicated in the state practice act where the program is located.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other computer skills.

COMPENSATION & BENEFITS SUMMARY 

• $93,635 to $117,040 annual salary
• Medical (PPO & 2 HDHP with HSA), Dental & Vision
• 401(k) Plan
• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)
• Short & Long-term Disability
• Basic Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account (FSA)
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP)
• Paid Time Off (PTO) & Holidays
• Tuition Reimbursement
• Health & Wellness Program

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