Position Summary
The Program Director provides leadership, administration, instruction, and accreditation oversight for the PTA Program. Reporting to the Dean of Allied Health, Nursing and Natural Sciences, this full-time, exempt position ensures program quality, compliance with CAPTE Standards, and student success through collaborative faculty and community partnerships.
Key Responsibilities
- Provide academic and administrative leadership for the PTA Program
- Ensure ongoing compliance with CAPTE accreditation standards, reporting, and outcomes assessment
- Teach PTA didactic and laboratory courses
- Lead curriculum development, assessment, and continuous improvement
- Manage program budget, resources, scheduling, and admissions processes
- Recruit, mentor, and evaluate faculty
- Maintain clinical partnerships and advisory board engagement
- Complete 50 hours of annual clinical practice
- Participate in institutional governance and professional service.
Required Qualifications
- Active, unencumbered PT or PTA license/certification (eligible for WV practice)
- Master's degree required (Doctorate preferred)
- Graduate of a CAPTE-accredited PT program or closely related field
- Minimum of 5 years post-licensure experience, including 3 years of clinical practice
- Teaching experience (classroom, lab or clinical)
- Leadership or administrative experience (academic or clinical)
- Professional development in:
- Educational theory and methodology
- Instructional design
- Student evaluation
- Outcomes assessment
Preferred
- Prior experience as a Program Director, Academic Coordinator, or Core Faculty of a PTA Program
- Experience with accreditation reporting and outcomes data
Why Join New River CTC?
- Meaningful work that directly impacts student success and regional healthcare.
- Supportive mission-driven academic environment.
- Competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package
- 401 (k) employer contributions
- Generous vacation, sick leave accrual, holidays
- Commitment to professional development and lifelong learning.
Employment preference is given to candidates residing in West Virginia or NRCTC's service region.
About NRCTC
NRCTC provides accessible, affordable, high-quality education and workforce training to support the communities of southeastern and south-central West Virginia. Our mission is rooted in student success, community engagement, and regional workforce development.
Ready to make a Difference?
If you are inspired to educate the next generation of physical therapy assistant professionals, while leading a respected academic program, we encourage you to apply to join New River Community and Technical College.
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