Concordia University Wisconsin/Ann Arbor
Faculty: Physical Therapy Program Director
Concordia University Wisconsin/Ann Arbor, Ann Arbor, Michigan, us, 48113
Concordia is a Lutheran higher education community committed to helping students develop in mind, body and spirit for service to Christ in the Church and in the world.
Position Summary
Concordia University invites applications for the position of Program Director in the Department of Physical Therapy. The Physical Therapy Department is housed in the School of Health Professions and is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan. This position reports to the Dean of the School of Health Professions.
Concordia University full-time faculty fulfill the university's mission to help students develop in mind, body, and spirit for service to Christ in the Church and the world via teaching, scholarship and service. Concordia seeks an individual who has a strong vision for physical therapy, higher education, and innovative education strategies to prepare physical therapists to meet the challenges of changing healthcare systems and collaborate with inter-professional teams.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
ACCREDITATION
Works with the appropriate university offices and representatives to maintain compliance with accreditation standards. Has the primary responsibility and oversight for the coordination and completion of all documentation related to the physical therapy program. Coordinates on-site visits and correspondence related to program accreditation for outside organizations including but not limited to:
Michigan Licensing and Regulatory Association.
North Central Higher Learning Commission of Colleges and Schools.
Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.
Maintenance of accurate information to the public regarding accreditation status
Timely, accurate submission of required accreditation fees and reporting data
Timely notification of expected or unexpected substantive changes related to the program
If necessary, demonstrates the ability to come into compliance with accreditation standards within two years
PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT
Works with appropriate university committees and offices to accurately portray the graduate curriculum based on the internal and ongoing assessment and review of the department faculty. In addition, ensure that admission requirements and program outcomes are reported to stakeholders;
Implement, review and revise the Physical Therapy Program assessment plan consistent within the University's policies.
Provide administration with outcomes data resulting from program assessment.
Oversee and coordinate a periodic review and revision of the program mission, philosophy, goals, and curriculum.
Facilitate and coordinate programmatic input from the advisory board, consultants, and program faculty.
Review and revise all program policies and procedures on a regular basis.
Oversee the development and review of program goals.
PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
Work with appropriate university committees, offices, and officials to establish and enforce program related policies that ensure the safety of faculty, staff, and learners. In addition, provide guidance to learners and faculty concerning policies and procedures including but not limited to:
Oversight of the learner admission process.
Receive & process learner complaints and special requests.
Manage complaints from outside the program.
Administer and monitor learner learning contracts.
Enforce program policies related to learner issues and matriculation.
SUPERVISION AND DEVELOPMENT OF PROGRAM FACULTY AND STAFF
Work in partnership with members of the core faculty to develop professional and personal goals that serve the faculty, program, and university to ultimately benefit learners. Oversee the ongoing needs of faculty development and performance.
Facilitate an orientation for all faculty and staff.
Supervise and serve as a resource to all faculty and staff involved with the Physical Therapy Program.
Complete faculty and staff annual performance reviews.
Monitor program course evaluations.
MANAGEMENT OF RESOURCES
Manage Departmental resources to ensure program needs are sufficiently supported to carry out the curriculum. Work with the Business Office and Administration to establish an annual operating budget.
Oversee the use of physical therapy equipment, laboratories and facilities.
Direct the purchase of media and instructional supplies.
Recruit faculty and staff to meet the needs of the Physical Therapy Program.
Support the development of clinical education facilities.
Coordinate scheduling of courses and room assignments.
TEACHING/ADVISING
Work with the Dean of the School of Health Professions to develop a teaching load consistent with university expectations. Meet other expectations for graduate faculty consistent with the university.
Advise/mentor current and prospective learners.
Maintain and monitor all learner files and academic records.
Oversee learner recruitment, selection, evaluation, retention, and professional development.
PUBLIC RELATIONS
In many respects the program director is the face of the physical therapy program; maintaining positive relationships with the university community is important. Community relationships locally, regionally, and nationally provide recognition of both the program and more importantly the University. Maintaining and growing the presence of the University in a positive and professional manner is expected.
Oversee the development and revision of recruitment materials.
Participate in the professional organizations at the state and national level.
Maintain and foster a positive relationship with community organizations.
Act as a liaison and provide support for health care facilities in the community.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Demonstrated excellence in teaching, administrative, and scholarship in an academic setting
Effective communication and collaborative skills, including the ability to work with members of other departments to meet Departmental, School and University mission and goals
Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a team of faculty and staff to achieve DPT program goals and outcomes
Supportive of the mission and values of Concordia University Wisconsin/Ann Arbor and the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS)
Education & Experience
Current licensure to practice physical therapy in Michigan, or the ability to obtain such a license
An earned academic/research doctorate degree
Previous higher education experience appropriate for the rank of associate professor or professor
A minimum of six years of full-time higher education experience, with a minimum of three years of full-time experience in a physical therapist education program
Membership in a Christian congregation; members of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod are especially encouraged to apply
Physical Demands/Equipment
Compensation and Benefits
This is a full-time, faculty, exempt position. Salary and academic rank will be commensurate with qualifications, education, and experience. Concordia health, disability, and retirement plan enrollment is available to full-time employees and eligible dependents. Tuition benefits are also available for employees and their qualified dependents.
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Personal Spending Account, Flexible Spending Account, and/or Health Savings Account
Disability and Survivor Plan
Retirement Pension Plan
Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan
Basic Life and Supplemental Life Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage
Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
Tuition waiver benefits (available for employees and their qualified dependents)
Application Instructions
To receive full consideration, all applicants are asked to complete and submit an online employment application through the Concordia University Employment page. To begin, please click the Apply Now section on the job page and then click the Apply For This Position button to begin the application process.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until successful candidate(s) are identified. To apply, please complete the online application and submit cover letter, resume/CV, statement of teaching philosophy and contact information for three professional references.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of CU to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
The University will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, gender, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
However, CU is an institution of the LCMS and, to the extent allowed by law, CU reserves the right to give preference in employment based on religion. In addition, preference in holding certain employment positions is given to ordained or rostered ministers of the LCMS. Based on a religious tenet, CU recognizes only male, LCMS ordained Ministers of the Gospel, but recognizes both male and female LCMS Rostered Ministers of the Gospel.
The Human Resources Department has been appointed to manage the equal employment opportunity program, including all equal employment opportunity activities, as required by federal, state and local agencies. If any employee or applicant for employment believes this policy has been violated, he/she must contact the Director of Human Resources.
Concordia University is a HLC accredited, co-educational, liberal arts school offering more than 70 undergraduate majors, over 40 master's degree programs, and 4 doctoral programs. There are also a variety of accelerated evening and e-learning programs.
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Position Summary
Concordia University invites applications for the position of Program Director in the Department of Physical Therapy. The Physical Therapy Department is housed in the School of Health Professions and is located in Ann Arbor, Michigan. This position reports to the Dean of the School of Health Professions.
Concordia University full-time faculty fulfill the university's mission to help students develop in mind, body, and spirit for service to Christ in the Church and the world via teaching, scholarship and service. Concordia seeks an individual who has a strong vision for physical therapy, higher education, and innovative education strategies to prepare physical therapists to meet the challenges of changing healthcare systems and collaborate with inter-professional teams.
Job Duties & Responsibilities
ACCREDITATION
Works with the appropriate university offices and representatives to maintain compliance with accreditation standards. Has the primary responsibility and oversight for the coordination and completion of all documentation related to the physical therapy program. Coordinates on-site visits and correspondence related to program accreditation for outside organizations including but not limited to:
Michigan Licensing and Regulatory Association.
North Central Higher Learning Commission of Colleges and Schools.
Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education.
Maintenance of accurate information to the public regarding accreditation status
Timely, accurate submission of required accreditation fees and reporting data
Timely notification of expected or unexpected substantive changes related to the program
If necessary, demonstrates the ability to come into compliance with accreditation standards within two years
PROGRAM DEVELOPMENT
Works with appropriate university committees and offices to accurately portray the graduate curriculum based on the internal and ongoing assessment and review of the department faculty. In addition, ensure that admission requirements and program outcomes are reported to stakeholders;
Implement, review and revise the Physical Therapy Program assessment plan consistent within the University's policies.
Provide administration with outcomes data resulting from program assessment.
Oversee and coordinate a periodic review and revision of the program mission, philosophy, goals, and curriculum.
Facilitate and coordinate programmatic input from the advisory board, consultants, and program faculty.
Review and revise all program policies and procedures on a regular basis.
Oversee the development and review of program goals.
PROGRAM MANAGEMENT
Work with appropriate university committees, offices, and officials to establish and enforce program related policies that ensure the safety of faculty, staff, and learners. In addition, provide guidance to learners and faculty concerning policies and procedures including but not limited to:
Oversight of the learner admission process.
Receive & process learner complaints and special requests.
Manage complaints from outside the program.
Administer and monitor learner learning contracts.
Enforce program policies related to learner issues and matriculation.
SUPERVISION AND DEVELOPMENT OF PROGRAM FACULTY AND STAFF
Work in partnership with members of the core faculty to develop professional and personal goals that serve the faculty, program, and university to ultimately benefit learners. Oversee the ongoing needs of faculty development and performance.
Facilitate an orientation for all faculty and staff.
Supervise and serve as a resource to all faculty and staff involved with the Physical Therapy Program.
Complete faculty and staff annual performance reviews.
Monitor program course evaluations.
MANAGEMENT OF RESOURCES
Manage Departmental resources to ensure program needs are sufficiently supported to carry out the curriculum. Work with the Business Office and Administration to establish an annual operating budget.
Oversee the use of physical therapy equipment, laboratories and facilities.
Direct the purchase of media and instructional supplies.
Recruit faculty and staff to meet the needs of the Physical Therapy Program.
Support the development of clinical education facilities.
Coordinate scheduling of courses and room assignments.
TEACHING/ADVISING
Work with the Dean of the School of Health Professions to develop a teaching load consistent with university expectations. Meet other expectations for graduate faculty consistent with the university.
Advise/mentor current and prospective learners.
Maintain and monitor all learner files and academic records.
Oversee learner recruitment, selection, evaluation, retention, and professional development.
PUBLIC RELATIONS
In many respects the program director is the face of the physical therapy program; maintaining positive relationships with the university community is important. Community relationships locally, regionally, and nationally provide recognition of both the program and more importantly the University. Maintaining and growing the presence of the University in a positive and professional manner is expected.
Oversee the development and revision of recruitment materials.
Participate in the professional organizations at the state and national level.
Maintain and foster a positive relationship with community organizations.
Act as a liaison and provide support for health care facilities in the community.
Knowledge, Skills, & Abilities
Demonstrated excellence in teaching, administrative, and scholarship in an academic setting
Effective communication and collaborative skills, including the ability to work with members of other departments to meet Departmental, School and University mission and goals
Demonstrated ability to lead and manage a team of faculty and staff to achieve DPT program goals and outcomes
Supportive of the mission and values of Concordia University Wisconsin/Ann Arbor and the Lutheran Church Missouri Synod (LCMS)
Education & Experience
Current licensure to practice physical therapy in Michigan, or the ability to obtain such a license
An earned academic/research doctorate degree
Previous higher education experience appropriate for the rank of associate professor or professor
A minimum of six years of full-time higher education experience, with a minimum of three years of full-time experience in a physical therapist education program
Membership in a Christian congregation; members of the Lutheran Church-Missouri Synod are especially encouraged to apply
Physical Demands/Equipment
Compensation and Benefits
This is a full-time, faculty, exempt position. Salary and academic rank will be commensurate with qualifications, education, and experience. Concordia health, disability, and retirement plan enrollment is available to full-time employees and eligible dependents. Tuition benefits are also available for employees and their qualified dependents.
Health, Dental and Vision Insurance
Personal Spending Account, Flexible Spending Account, and/or Health Savings Account
Disability and Survivor Plan
Retirement Pension Plan
Retirement 403(b) Savings Plan
Basic Life and Supplemental Life Insurance
Accidental Death and Dismemberment Coverage
Critical Illness and Accident Insurance
Tuition waiver benefits (available for employees and their qualified dependents)
Application Instructions
To receive full consideration, all applicants are asked to complete and submit an online employment application through the Concordia University Employment page. To begin, please click the Apply Now section on the job page and then click the Apply For This Position button to begin the application process.
Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until successful candidate(s) are identified. To apply, please complete the online application and submit cover letter, resume/CV, statement of teaching philosophy and contact information for three professional references.
Equal Opportunity Employer
It is the policy of CU to provide equal opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment in accordance with all applicable federal, state, and local laws.
The University will not discriminate against or harass any employee or applicant for employment because of race, color, sex, pregnancy, national origin (including ancestry), citizenship status, physical or mental disability, age, marital status, gender, veteran or military status, predisposing genetic characteristics, domestic violence victim status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state or local laws.
However, CU is an institution of the LCMS and, to the extent allowed by law, CU reserves the right to give preference in employment based on religion. In addition, preference in holding certain employment positions is given to ordained or rostered ministers of the LCMS. Based on a religious tenet, CU recognizes only male, LCMS ordained Ministers of the Gospel, but recognizes both male and female LCMS Rostered Ministers of the Gospel.
The Human Resources Department has been appointed to manage the equal employment opportunity program, including all equal employment opportunity activities, as required by federal, state and local agencies. If any employee or applicant for employment believes this policy has been violated, he/she must contact the Director of Human Resources.
Concordia University is a HLC accredited, co-educational, liberal arts school offering more than 70 undergraduate majors, over 40 master's degree programs, and 4 doctoral programs. There are also a variety of accelerated evening and e-learning programs.
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