Physical Therapy - Core Faculty - DPT
Company: University of St. Augustine
Location: Round Rock
Posted on: June 20, 2022
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Job Description:
The mission of The University of St. Augustine for Health
Sciences is the development of professional health care
practitioners through innovation, individualized, and quality
classroom, clinical, and distance education. GENERAL SUMMARY A core
faculty member at the University of St. Augustine for Health
Sciences (USAHS) provides engaging clinically-focused learning
opportunities for students in the health science professions,
through face-to-face, blended, and online delivery methods. The
faculty member is responsible for academic advising and overseeing
final program projects. They provide service to the University
through committee, curriculum improvement, and advocacy for the
profession. The faculty are scholars, being involved in building
and integrating knowledge for advancement of the profession and the
University. ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Teaching:
provides student-centered learning through best practice teaching
activities Optimizes class/ lab /online environment that is
conducive to student learning by developing creative, challenging
and evidence-based learning opportunities Uses learning assessment
information to improve teaching and curriculum; participates in
quality improvement initiatives to meet program and institutional
goals Provides current, organized, error free instructional
materials Maintains all components of the learning environment
including online course portal management Scholarship: actively
engages in scholarship to advance knowledge Establishes and
implements an approved scholarship plan/faculty development plan as
required by accreditation and university standards Stays current
with clinical practice and evidence that support content area
expertise and professional growth Disseminates scholarly work
consistent with University policies and accreditation expectations
Service: supports shared governance and promoting one---s
profession Serves on programmatic and university committees as
assigned Actively participates in his/her professional association
Serves as university liaison in community and/or professional
activities Uses release time that enhances the program (e.g. -
clinical practice, consultation, advanced degree, research,
service) as approved by the program director Participates in
university governance, curriculum planning, and functions to
support development and growth of the institution Administration:
supports efficient and consistent practices across all programs
Performs course coordinator and lead instructor roles as assigned;
works collaboratively with members of the team Advises students on
academic, professional and/or personal issues while providing
referrals when appropriate Provides other administrative duties as
assigned Completes annual self-evaluation of faculty performance
and sets goals for the next year in collaboration with the program
director; is actively engaged in faculty development opportunities
to meet performance goals Professionalism: displays the behaviors
of a professional academician and follows expected discipline
specific Code of Ethics Promotes professionalism by modeling and
encouraging such behaviors inside and outside the classroom setting
Supports and exemplifies the University---s core values Actively
engages in interprofessional collaboration activities Upholds and
enforces student and faculty handbook policies and University
policies/procedures OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES Other
responsibilities as assigned by the Academic Program Director
POSITION IN ORGANIZATION Reports to: Academic Program
Director/Assistant Academic Program Director Positions Supervised :
Contributing Faculty, Lab Assistants when assigned to courses
TECHNICAL, MANAGERIAL & PEOPLE SKILLS REQUIRED To perform this job
successfully an individual must be able to perform each essential
duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are
representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required.
Incumbents will be evaluated, in part, based on performance of each
essential function. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable
individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.
EDUCATION and/or EXPERIENCE -- Terminal academic degree required.
Post-professional master's degree or clinical doctorate with
demonstrated clinical expertise with plans to obtain a terminal
academic degree will be considered. -- A minimum of 1 year of
teaching experience at the college/university level. -- Experience
with distance learning preferred. -- A minimum of 2 years of
clinical experience in the area of course content required. --
Experience in scholarly activity preferred. LICENSURE and/or
CERTIFICATION Faculty Members must be appropriately credentialed,
possess an earned degree from an accredited institution or
recognized by a country's ministry of education in the discipline
being taught, and be licensed or license-eligible in order to teach
in specific programs. TRAVEL Some travel may be requested up to 20%
of the time BUSINESS COMPETENCIES To perform the job successfully,
an individual should demonstrate the following competencies:
Committed to Mission and Values - Has a clear understanding of
institution---s mission and values. Has a passion for facilitating
learning and for enabling students to navigate their own learning
journey. Contribute Knowledge to the Discipline - Compelled by the
opportunity to contribute through research, scholarship
professional practice or creativity. Accountable - Takes personal
responsibility for own goals and outcomes to ensure student
success. Establishes clear expectations, follows through on
commitments to students and holds them accountable for assignments
and performance Collaborative - Works cooperatively with others
across the institution and beyond, including the community and
through partnerships. Represents own interests while being
inclusive and fair to others. Communicates Effectively - Adapts
oral and written communication approach and style to the audience
and based on the message. Also listens attentively to others.
Drives Engagement - Makes students feel welcome, understood and
valued. Creates a learning environment that is compelling,
challenging and productive. Academic Discipline Expertise - Has
sufficient credentials, industry expertise and/or experience in the
discipline to teach according to the standards and qualifications
required. Education Design - Designs learning experiences closely
linked to learning outcomes including lesson planning, design of
project, work integrated, group learning experiences, or
interactive learning objects. Has depth of expertise in pedagogy,
andragogy and overall learning effectiveness. Teaching
Delivery/Learning Facilitation Skills - Manages small, large,
blended, hybrid and/or online classrooms, monitoring and ensuring
participation, managing one---s own and students' time and
attention effectively. WORK ENVIRONMENT Work is performed primarily
in a standard office environment but may involve exposure to
moderate noise levels. Work involves operation of personal computer
equipment for six to eight hours daily and includes physical
demands associated with a traditional office setting, e.g.,
walking, standing, communicating, and other physical functions as
necessary. The University of St. Augustine for Health Sciences is
an equal opportunity at will employer and does not discriminate
against any employee or applicant for employment because of age,
race, religion, color, disability, sex, sexual orientation or
national origin.
Keywords: University of St. Augustine, Round Rock , Physical Therapy - Core Faculty - DPT, Healthcare , Round Rock, Texas
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