Academic Fieldwork Coordinator and Professor of Occupational Therapy (OT)

Job Details

Department: Occupational Therapy

Position Title: Academic Fieldwork Coordinator and Professor of Occupational Therapy

Employment Type: Full-Time, Exempt

Salary: $100,000 - $115,000 annually, commensurate with qualifications and experience

Pacific Oaks College is seeking an Academic Fieldwork Coordinator and Professor of OT for its Pasadena, California campus.

About the Position

The Occupational Therapy Department is preparing to launch its Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program. Reporting to the OTD Program Director, this role involves teaching 12 credits annually, focusing on fieldwork and areas of professional expertise. The position offers a hybrid schedule, with regular on-site presence required.

Responsibilities

• Fieldwork Leadership & Compliance: Lead and oversee all Level I and Level II fieldwork education activities, ensuring compliance with ACOTE standards.
• Partnership Development: Develop and maintain partnerships with healthcare and community organizations.
• Experiential Learning Coordination: Coordinate high-quality fieldwork placements.
• Curriculum Delivery: Teach fieldwork-related and specialty courses (12 semester credits annually).
• Student Advising & Mentorship: Advise and mentor OTD students.
• Program Growth & Accreditation: Support curriculum development and accreditation activities.
• Scholarship & Professional Service: Engage in scholarship and professional service.

Minimum Qualifications

• Doctoral degree from a USDE-accredited institution and an entry-level degree from an accredited OT program.
• Initial NBCOT certification and a valid California Occupational Therapist license by start date.
• Minimum of two (2) years post-licensure clinical experience.
• Prior teaching experience at the postsecondary level and experience as a fieldwork educator.
• Active membership in OTAC, AOTA.

Preferred Qualifications

• AOTA Fieldwork Educator Certificate and experience supervising Level I and Level II OT students.
• Proficiency in online adult learning strategies.
• Familiarity with ACOTE accreditation standards and a record of scholarly activity.