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Benefits:
*Medical
*Dental
*Vision
FSA/HSA
Tuition Assistant Program
Long/Short Term Disability
Life Insurance
Employee Assistance Program
401K Match
Paid Time Off
12 Paid Holidays
* includes domestic partner coverage
SUMMARY:
The Academic Coordinator of Clinical Education (ACCE) is a member
of the faculty (rank commensurate with experience) who is
responsible for the development and maintenance of clinical
externship sites. The ACCE designs and evaluates clinical education
coursework and manages the externship experience, including student
placement and supervision at affiliated clinical education centers.
The ACCE assists the Program Director with program administrative
and governance duties, facilitates meaningful learning of course
competencies, and proactively supports all facets of the learning
environment.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:
- Establishes and coordinates all student externships through
clinical sites, as well as serves as liaison between the PTA
program and the clinical education centers; responsible for the
implementation of clinical center selection and fostering
development of clinical programs and faculty.
Assists Program Director in the administration of the PTA
program, including student and administrative file maintenance,
student registration and advisement, and student, campus, and
community relations.
Participates in the governance and short and long term planning
of the program and the university.
Promotes student success by showing flexibility in teaching
style and work schedule, as well as exhibiting a passion for
teaching and engaging students in the learning process.
Contributes to a positive campus culture by participating on
curriculum and system task forces, supporting local campus events
such as orientation and graduation, and participating in various
professional development workshops and program-based meetings.
Relates professional, life, and industry experience to learning
by the continuation of professional and technical skills
development, the introduction of industry perspective into courses,
and the active awareness of professional and industry trends and
opportunities.
Complies with federal, state, and accrediting body standards
and regulations, as well as adhering to all university policies and
procedures.
Fulfills all administrative, instructional, and clinical
responsibilities to prepare and graduate competent, entry-level
physical therapist assistants who work under the direction and
supervision of a licensed physical therapist.
Fulfills other responsibilities as determined by the Program
Director.
REQUIRED QUALIFICATIONS:
- Minimum of a Master’s degree from a regionally-accredited
university in a field related to the courses to be taught; Doctor
of Physical Therapy (DPT) preferred
- Current licensure as a physical therapist or physical therapist
assistant through the appropriate licensing agency in the state in
which the PTA program resides
- Minimum of two years of experience as a center coordinator of
clinical education (CCCE) and/or clinical instructor (CI), or
experience in teaching, curriculum development, and administration
in a physical therapist assistant or physical therapist
program
- Experience in a variety of areas of teaching (e.g. academic,
clinical, continuing education, in-service), preferably in a
post-secondary or college institution
- Experience in clinical or educational administration
experience
- Experience in human resource management
- Membership in the American Physical Therapy Association
preferred
- Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including
the ability to build successful relationships with student
populations
- Outstanding conflict resolution skills
- Time management and detail-oriented administrative skills
- Computer-based skills, including proficiency with email, the
Internet, and Microsoft Office
WORK ENVIRONMENT:
The work environment characteristics described here are
representative of those encountered while performing the essential
functions of this position. Reasonable accommodations may be made
to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the
essential functions of the position.
South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and
embraces diversity as a critical step in ensuring employee,
student, and graduate success. We are committed to building and
developing a diverse environment where a variety of ideas,
cultures, and perspectives can thrive.