Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program Director

flexibility of online/remote education with the hands-on learning of in-person immersive lab experiences. The Program Director role itself reflects this model and is designed as a hybrid leadership position .

The program is hybrid and accelerated, with approximately 50% of coursework delivered online and the remaining 50% divided between clinical education and on-campus immersive lab experiences. This structure provides students with the flexibility of remote learning while ensuring robust hands-on training and clinical preparation.

Fostering a warm and welcoming environment while upholding academic rigor, the Program Director cultivates a culture of respect and high performance. Through strong relationships within and across departments, this leader advances process improvement, collaboratively solves problems, and consistently models collegiality. The Program Director champions the program's mission of academic excellence, innovation, lifelong learning, and service, inspiring students, faculty, and staff to fulfill their professional aspirations of serving others.

Key Responsibilities:

• Provide vision and strategic leadership for the DPT program in alignment with Hanover College's mission.
• Recruit, mentor, and support professional development of faculty and staff; foster a collaborative academic culture that promotes excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service.
• Oversee delivery of a contemporary, evidence-based curriculum that meets accreditation standards and achieves program goals and expected outcomes.
• Support innovation in hybrid teaching and learning while ensuring program outcomes and licensure readiness.
• Ensure student support systems are in place to promote academic achievement, professional development, and wellness.
• Use assessment data and community of interest feedback to guide continuous improvement in curriculum, instruction, and student outcomes.
• Develop, maintain, and uphold administrative and academic regulations, policies, and procedures that meet accreditation standards and achieve program goals and expected outcomes.
• Oversee program budget and allocate resources to support academic, clinical, and operational needs.
• Travel to on-site lab immersions to support the students and faculty.
• Represent the DPT Program to Hanover College, the community, and the profession of physical therapy; attend designated College activities.

Required Qualifications:

1. Earned terminal academic doctorate in a discipline appropriate for leadership
2. Senior faculty rank (Associate Professor or higher), with experience consistent with the Hanover College system for the designated faculty rank
3. Six years of experience in higher education, with at least three years as a full-time core faculty member in a physical therapy program
4. Leadership and CAPTE accreditation experience
5. Demonstrated ability to interact effectively with people from diverse backgrounds, including students, administration, faculty, and staff
6. Licensed or eligible for physical therapist licensure in Indiana

Preferred Qualifications

1. Previous Program Director experience with a track record of supporting student success, faculty development, enrollment, and licensure pass rates
2. A Program Director who can embrace Hanover's institutional culture and understands Hanover's accelerated and hybrid model of DPT education
3. Proven experience as a strong team builder and collaborator. A leader and communicator who inspires faculty, staff and students to be their best
4. Significant CAPTE accreditation experience with Annual reports, reaccreditation, compliance reports, and program assessment

About the Physical Therapy Program:

The Doctor of Physical Therapy Program at Hanover College offers a distinctive experience in the tri-state region of Indiana, Ohio, and Kentucky. The program is delivered through an accelerated two-year hybrid model, with 50% of the curriculum offered online and the remaining 50% divided between immersive on-campus lab experiences and integrated clinical education. Students participate in live, face-to-face class sessions through Hanover's virtual classroom while also engaging in hands-on lab immersions designed to build strong clinical skills.

This unique evidence-based curriculum features high-quality, engaging coursework developed by Hanover College DPT faculty, with threads of service, innovation, interprofessional education, and telehealth woven throughout to prepare students for the future of physical therapy practice. Faculty collaborate with board-certified specialists and master clinicians to strengthen students' critical thinking and patient management abilities, preparing graduates to enter clinical practice and pursue residency opportunities in today's evolving healthcare environment.

Application and Nomination Process:

All correspondence and applications for the position of Doctor of Physical Therapy Program Director at Hanover College should be directed in confidence to the College's executive search consultant:

Dr. Lea Johnson, Assistant Vice President

Scott Healy & Associates

lea@scotthealy.com

A complete application should include the following:

1. Cover Letter outlining your interest and qualifications for the position, as well leadership philosophy, including support for an inclusive environment;
2. Updated CV;
3. Contact information for three (3) professional references with title, institutional affiliation, email address and direct phone numbers. (No references will be contacted without written permission from the candidate.)

Applications received by April 22, 2026 will receive priority consideration. The search will remain open until the position is filled.