Open Rank Clinical Faculty, Physical Therapy
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Job Location:
Athens, GA - USA
Monthly Salary:
Not Disclosed
Posted on:
12 hours ago
Vacancies:
1 Vacancy
Job Summary
Job Description
The Department of Physical Therapy at Ohio University in Athens Ohio invites applications for an open-rank full-time 11-month clinical faculty position for an individual with expertise in orthopedic rehabilitation and pain science. The anticipated start date is May 15 2026 though this is negotiable. The Doctor of Physical Therapy ( DPT ) program fosters a strong student-centered learning environment with an emphasis on clinical excellence interprofessional collaboration and service. Faculty value collegiality and teamwork contributing to a supportive and positive departmental culture. The successful candidate will contribute primarily to teaching and clinical education within their area of expertise engage in professional and scholarly activity related to clinical practice or education and participate in departmental college and university service. Responsibilities: Teach in the entry-level DPT curriculum in areas such as orthopedic rehabilitation pain science and evidence-based practice. Participate in clinical mentoring student advising and academic service activities. Engage in professional development and scholarly activity that enhances clinical teaching and practice. Contribute to program assessment accreditation activities and curriculum development. Collaborate with faculty and community partners to support high-quality clinical education and interprofessional initiatives.
Minimum Qualifications
Earned Doctor of Physical Therapy ( DPT ) degree (or equivalent) from a CAPTE -accredited program. Licensed physical therapist or eligible for licensure in the state of Ohio. Demonstrated clinical expertise in orthopedic rehabilitation and/or pain science. Minimum of three years of full-time clinical practice experience. Evidence of effective teaching mentoring or clinical instruction in an academic or clinical setting.
Preferred Qualifications
ABPTS Board Certification in Orthopedic and or Sports Physical Therapy Formal training or certification in Pain Science (e.g. Therapeutic Pain Specialist International Spine and Pain Institute etc.) PhD or other research doctorate in a related field Prior teaching experience in a Doctor of Physical Therapy program Demonstrated involvement in professional scholarly or service activities that enhance clinical education and practice
The Department of Physical Therapy at Ohio University in Athens Ohio invites applications for an open-rank full-time 11-month clinical faculty position for an individual with expertise in orthopedic rehabilitation and pain science. The anticipated start date is May 15 2026 though this is negotiable. The Doctor of Physical Therapy ( DPT ) program fosters a strong student-centered learning environment with an emphasis on clinical excellence interprofessional collaboration and service. Faculty value collegiality and teamwork contributing to a supportive and positive departmental culture. The successful candidate will contribute primarily to teaching and clinical education within their area of expertise engage in professional and scholarly activity related to clinical practice or education and participate in departmental college and university service. Responsibilities: Teach in the entry-level DPT curriculum in areas such as orthopedic rehabilitation pain science and evidence-based practice. Participate in clinical mentoring student advising and academic service activities. Engage in professional development and scholarly activity that enhances clinical teaching and practice. Contribute to program assessment accreditation activities and curriculum development. Collaborate with faculty and community partners to support high-quality clinical education and interprofessional initiatives.
Minimum Qualifications
Earned Doctor of Physical Therapy ( DPT ) degree (or equivalent) from a CAPTE -accredited program. Licensed physical therapist or eligible for licensure in the state of Ohio. Demonstrated clinical expertise in orthopedic rehabilitation and/or pain science. Minimum of three years of full-time clinical practice experience. Evidence of effective teaching mentoring or clinical instruction in an academic or clinical setting.
Preferred Qualifications
ABPTS Board Certification in Orthopedic and or Sports Physical Therapy Formal training or certification in Pain Science (e.g. Therapeutic Pain Specialist International Spine and Pain Institute etc.) PhD or other research doctorate in a related field Prior teaching experience in a Doctor of Physical Therapy program Demonstrated involvement in professional scholarly or service activities that enhance clinical education and practice
Key Skills
- Patient Care
- Anatomy Knowledge
- Physiology Knowledge
- Medical office experience
- Office Experience
- Patient Assessment
- Pediatrics Experience
- Home Care
- Front Desk
- Teaching
- Heavy Lifting
- Patient Service Experience
About Company
Ohio University offers more than 250 programs, including undergraduate and graduate-level study with outstanding professors. At OHIO, you’ll gain knowledge, skills, and experiences for career success.
