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South College invites capable, energetic, outgoing, applicants who are focused on transforming lives of our customers / students! At South College, you will help implement our strategy of “Where Dreams Find Direction!” We are one of the nation’s fastest growing institutions of higher learning with over 10,000 students covering 7 campuses and Online learning sites. We are also one of nation’s highest producers of licensed healthcare professionals offering a myriad of undergraduate and graduate healthcare programs for our students.

Administrative Duties - DPT Program Director

1. Establish and maintain program accreditation from the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE). Overall responsible for coordinating the Program’s compliance with all expected standards and rules.

a. Coordinate timely submission of required fees and documentation, including reports of graduation rates, performance on state licensing exams and graduation rates, to the appropriate accreditation bodies.

b. Notify accrediting bodies about expected or unexpected substantive changes within the program and of any change in institutional accreditation status or legal authority to provide post-secondary education.

c. Assure access to applicable standards to all members of the faculty and establishes expectation for compliance.

d. Come into compliance with accreditation criteria within 2 years of being determined to be out of compliance.

e. Maintain accurate information on the program website that is easily accessible to the public regarding accreditation status and current student achievement measures.

f. Follow policies and procedures of CAPTE as outlined in The CAPTE Rules of Practice and Procedure.

2. Develop and maintain a contemporary and evidence-based Doctor of Physical Therapy curriculum that meets accreditation standards and achieves program goals and expected outcomes

3. Develop, maintain, and uphold regulations, policies and procedures that meet accreditation standards and achieve program goals and expected outcomes

4. Provide leadership, vision, and strategic direction for the DPT Program, including active collaboration with Program Directors and leadership of other South College DPT Programs

5. Provide faculty and staff with mentorship and regular evaluations, to include an organized professional development plan in the areas of teaching, research, and service

6. Plan and administrate the campus’ DPT budget and financial resources to support the current and anticipated program needs, to include academic and clinical education, faculty, facilities, and equipment needs

7. Plan and conduct DPT Program faculty meetings

9. Recruit faculty for the DPT Program

10. Provide recommendations on continued employment and promotion of faculty in accordance with the South College System for Faculty Rank

13. Attend South College activities as designated

14. Other responsibilities as assigned by the Executive Vice President and Provost

Teaching and Education Responsibilities

1. The DPT Program Director will teach courses as agreed upon with the School of Rehabilitation Sciences Dean and in compliance with CAPTE standards.

Qualifications :

1. Earned terminal academic doctorate in a discipline appropriate for teaching responsibilities,

2. At least 6 years of experience of full-time higher education experience, with a minimum of 3 years of experience as a core faculty member in a CAPTE accredited entry-level physical therapist education program.

2. Senior faculty rank (Associate Professor or higher), with experience consistent with South College system for designated faculty rank

3. Understanding of higher education and contemporary clinical practice appropriate for leadership in physical therapy education

4. Knowledge of legislative, regulatory, legal, and practice issues affecting clinical education, students, and the profession of physical therapy, including CAPTE Accreditation Standards.

5. Licensed or eligible for licensure in Tennessee or the state of residence.

6. Active in clinical practice, especially as applicable to clinical education.

7. Active in professional activities at local, state, and / or national levels.

All graduate faculty members are expected to be active participants in the professional and community life of SC and collaborate with other academic programs where appropriate for the well-rounded education of their students. They advise and mentor graduate DPT students and contribute to a vibrant and growing academic program through participation in professional scholarly activities, committee work, curriculum planning, and development. A commitment to the values of SC and the DPT Program is required, and encompasses the ideals of Growth, Direction, and Excellence.