Job Details

The Doctorate of Physical Therapy (DPT) program at Oregon Tech invites applications for two Visiting Instructor opportunities, based on the Klamath Falls campus.

Departmental Information

Oregon Tech-OHSU physical therapy professionals will be uniquely prepared to practice in rural communities and treat a variety of physical therapy needs. This includes working with diverse patients with a variety of socioeconomic backgrounds and conditions. Having access to high quality PT providers will create a healthier Oregon with more equitable care across the state. For additional information regarding the DPT Program, please visit: https://www.oit.edu/academics/degrees/doctor-of-physical-therapy

Position Information

Position Number 99024
Position Type Non Tenure
Working Title Visiting Instructor
Classification Title Visiting Instructor
College/Division College of Health, Arts & Sciences (HAS)
Department Physical Therapy
Work Location Klamath Falls
Position Terms/Mo 9-12
Full/Part time Full Time
Appointment FTE (%) 100
Annual Salary Range $95,000 – $110,000
Benefit Eligibility Benefits Eligible
Exempt/Non-Exempt Exempt

Position Summary

This position is for a 9 to 12-month “Visiting Core” faculty position on the Klamath Falls campus in the College of Health, Arts, and Sciences, Department of Physical Therapy. The OIT/OHSU DPT Program’s unique themes include Rural Healthcare, Evidence-Informed Practice, and Emotional Intelligence.

The successful candidate will be part of a core team educating, mentoring, and advising students to cultivate the knowledge, psychomotor skills, and professional behavior required for entry-level clinicians. Core faculty will maintain a mix of teaching, scholarship, service, and clinical activity to maintain licensure, currency in the field, and meet accreditation requirements.

Minimum Qualifications

• Licensed or eligible for physical therapist licensure in Oregon within 3 months of start
• Academic Doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, DSc, etc.)
• Teaching Expertise and research agenda to meet 2024 CAPTE Standards in an accredited DPT program

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 or more years academic teaching experience
• Experience in assisting with CAPTE accreditation
• Evidence of clinical practice in rural areas APTA specialist certification

Applications are exclusively collected through the Oregon Tech Job Board. To view the full posting, or to apply, please visit: https://jobs.oit.edu/postings/7431

The initial review of applications will begin July 6, 2026. Applications will continue to be accepted after the initial review date until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled.

Position Number 99019 (second opportunity with DPT + contemporary expertise requirement): https://jobs.oit.edu/postings/7432

Candidates are required to submit an application to each posting to receive consideration for both opportunities.