Assistant/Associate Professor Of Physical Therapy - Cardio-Pulmonary Focus (63881)

Job Details

Job Location: Main Campus - North Canton, OH

Position Type: Faculty (Full-Time)

Salary Range: Undisclosed

Description

Position Summary

Walsh University in North Canton, Ohio, invites applications for a core faculty position within the Doctorate in Physical Therapy Program. The successful candidate will have expertise in inpatient physical therapy care with demonstrated knowledge and proficiency in the management of cardio-pulmonary conditions and/or management of conditions in the geriatric population. We are seeking a collaborative educator who will complement our existing team focused on developing leaders in service to meet the needs of society and the profession.

The position is a 12-month tenure-eligible faculty appointment with rank commensurate with experience. Primary academic responsibilities of the position include involvement in teaching, scholarship, and service. Teaching includes providing instruction and student assessment in assigned courses. Other responsibilities include course and program assessment, accreditation activities, academic advising, and program and university governance. Faculty members are expected to participate in strategic planning initiatives and implementation.

The faculty member will be instrumental in teaching and advancing the mission and vision of Walsh University and our graduate physical therapy program. The faculty member will report directly to the Chair of the Physical Therapy program. Our Physical Therapy program is housed within the School of Behavioral and Health Sciences, which includes graduate programs in Occupational Therapy and Counseling and Human Development. We promote collaboration within the School.

Walsh University is an independent, coeducational, Catholic liberal arts institution. Founded by the Brothers of Christian Instruction, Walsh University is dedicated to educating its students to be leaders in service to others through a values-based education with an international perspective in the Judeo-Christian tradition.

Walsh University believes in the desirability of a small university that promotes academic excellence, a diverse community, and close student-teacher interaction.

Review of candidates will begin immediately. Applications will continue to be reviewed until the position is filled. Please include the following: cover letter indicating alignment with the mission of the program/university, CV, educational philosophy and contact information for 3 references.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

The essential functions include, but are not limited to the following:

• Lead course delivery within area of expertise including content delivery and assessment of student learning.

• Teach content related to physical therapy management of cardiopulmonary and vascular conditions.

• Effective communication and organizational skills with the ability to work collaboratively with internal stakeholders, including faculty, staff and students within the program and across the university.

• Evaluation of students to determine readiness to progress in the curriculum.

• Teach courses assigned throughout our 12-month program.

• Professional service with current active membership in a professional society (i.e. APTA).

• Ability to participate in independent or collaborative scholarly activities including the design, implementation and completion of products with dissemination through presentations or publications.

• Mentorship of students.

• Other duties as assigned or required.

Minimum Requirements:

• Must be licensed or eligible for physical therapy licensure in the State of Ohio.

• A minimum of 3 years of clinical rehabilitation experience.

• Teaching experience.

• A professional degree (BS/MS PT or DPT) combined with an earned terminal academic degree (i.e. DHSc, EdD, PhD) OR a professional DPT degree and clinical specialization or other advanced credentialing with a willingness to enroll in a terminal academic doctorate.

• Interest in pursuing grant funding for scholarly interests collaboratively with other faculty.

Preferred Requirements:

• Experience in classroom or laboratory instruction with graduate students, particularly physical therapist students.

• A minimum of 5 years of clinical rehabilitation experience.

• Clinical specialization or expertise in an ABPTS specialty area: cardiovascular & pulmonary, geriatrics, oncology, pelvic health, wound management.

• Existing record of peer-reviewed presentations or publications.

• Active involvement in the American Physical Therapy Association, one of its Academy's or Sections, and/or a state (Ohio) Physical Therapy Association or another professional association.

• Involvement in professional community development activities.

This job description in no way states or implies that these are the only duties to be performed by the employee(s) of this position. Employees will be required to follow any other job-related instructions and to perform any other job-related duties requested by any person authorized to give instructions or assignments.

All duties and responsibilities are essential functions and requirements and are subject to possible modification to reasonably accommodate individuals with disabilities.

Required Qualifications (Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities)

The ideal candidate will possess the following.

Education:

• A professional degree (BS/MS PT or DPT) combined with an earned terminal academic degree (i.e. DHSc, EdD, PhD)

• OR a professional DPT degree and clinical specialization or other advanced credentialing enrolled in or willingness to enroll in a terminal academic doctorate.

• Desired: Earned ABPTS certification in a specialty area or advanced credentialing: cardiovascular & pulmonary, geriatrics, oncology, pelvic health, wound management

Work Experience:

• Must be licensed or eligible for physical therapy licensure in the State of Ohio.

• A minimum of 3 years of clinical rehabilitation experience, primarily inpatient clinical experience, however a blend of inpatient and outpatient experience may be considered.

• Teaching experience.

• Interest in pursuing grant funding for scholarly interests collaboratively with other faculty.

Skills and abilities:

• Excellent verbal and written communication skills to correspond effectively with various individuals including students, faculty and administrators.

• Strong clinical and decision-making skills.

• Strong organizational abilities to oversee and manage delivery of courses in the curriculum.

• Time management and multitasking capabilities.

• Ability to resolve issues or conflicts that may arise.

• Comfortable with technology and capable of learning new platforms and software

• Interest in pursuing grant funding for scholarly interests.

The candidate shall also understand and support the Mission, Vision and Code of Ethical Conduct of Walsh University, as a Catholic higher education university as expressed in Ex Corde Ecclesiae.

Physical Demands and Work Environment

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this position. Reasonable accommodation may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the functions.

• Performance of duties will include movement within a classroom for student instruction.

• Performance of duties may include a prolonged stationary position at a desk.

• Regularly looking at computer screens and work on a keyboard and mouse.

• Classroom management

• Occasionally lifting and carrying equipment or moving educational materials.

• The work environment is primarily indoors.

Application Instructions

Applicants must submit a completed online application and any additional documents requested by the search/interview committee. This may include a cover letter, resume, unofficial transcripts, etc.

Direct questions about the position to Dr. Jaime Paz, Chair of the Search Committee at jpaz@walsh.edu

About Walsh University

Walsh University is seeking a dynamic, energetic, and passionate individual who is enthusiastic about the environment found on a private, values based, Catholic liberal arts campus. Walsh University believes in the desirability of a small university that promotes academic excellence, a diverse community, and close student-teacher interactions. A commitment to the Judeo-Christian tradition, diversity and service learning are critical to the mission of Walsh University. Walsh University is committed to principles of equal opportunity and is an equal opportunity employer.