Adjunct Faculty

Daemen University • Town of Amherst, NY

1d • Onsite

About The Position

Daemen University is a dynamic, independent, liberal arts institution committed to excellence in student centered learning. The University places special emphasis on preparing students for excellence in professional life, civic engagement, and on instilling and understanding that learning is an exciting lifelong journey. Students are encouraged to be creative, innovative, ethically minded leaders for an ever-changing, diverse, and interconnected world.
The Mission of Daemen University is to prepare students for life and leadership in an increasingly diverse and complex world through the integration of education and professional preparation. Daemen University is going beyond instrumental needs to foster the development of individuals who are dedicated to the health and well-being of local and global communities.
Purpose of Role
This course is the third in the series of five clinical exposures that are coordinated and mentored by academic faculty currently teaching in the specialty content in the campus-based didactic coursework, and adjunct faculty working in the specialty area. These brief, regular exposures to clinical practice will afford the student, while working in a small team, the opportunity to observe and engage in the practice of neuromuscular physical therapy, further developing cognitive, affective and psychomotor skills acquired in lecture and laboratory experiences.
PT 565 Clinical Exposure III

Requirements

• DPT degree
• Current NYS PT License
• Experience in a neuromuscular rehabilitation PT setting

Nice To Haves

• Advanced clinical training/certification beyond a DPT degree

Responsibilities

• Instruction, supervision, and mentorship, both cognitive and psychomotor, provided to second-year professional phase DPT students in the management and provision of care to individuals with neuromuscular disorders.

What This Job Offers

• Career Level: Entry Level