Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy

Utah Tech University•St. George 84770, UT

2d•$80,000 - $90,000•Onsite

About The Position

The Occupational Therapy Doctoral (OTD) Program in the College of Health Sciences at Utah Tech University is seeking a doctoral-prepared occupational therapist to join its faculty. This role involves developing and teaching graduate-level occupational therapy courses, with a preference for expertise in mental health, children and youth, and adult or older adult practice. The successful candidate will also engage in student advisement and service to the University, contributing to the teacher-practitioner-investigator model through teaching, scholarly activity, and professional behaviors. This is a 10.5-month faculty position, with initial workload focused on course development before teaching begins.

Requirements

Certification by NBCOT as OTR.
Possess a doctoral degree from a USDE-recognized regionally accredited institution.
The doctoral degree is not limited to a doctorate in occupational therapy.
Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as an occupational therapist in the state of Utah.
Minimum of three years of professional practice experience.
Intermediate to advanced clinical skills in the primary area of teaching.
Skilled in application of research and evidence-based practices to new environments.
Knowledge, skills and mindset as a creator and/or innovator and/or entrepreneur.
Superior written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills needed for working with diverse stakeholders.
Proficient with computer technology and strong organization, problem-solving, and counseling skills.
Current member of the Utah Occupational Therapy Association
Current member of the American Occupational Therapy Association

Nice To Haves

Experience in academic program or curricular development and knowledge of ACOTE standards.
Teaching experience at the college/university level.
Experience with online teaching.
Experience in scholarly activity.

Responsibilities

Serve as course director and maintain currency with health care trends, research, and OT practice, especially as it relates to area of expertise.
Provide evaluations that are appropriate, equitable, and professional, and that provide constructive feedback to the student.
Exhibit objectivity in all dealings with students and in all aspects of the learning process.
Continually adapt teaching strategies in the implementation of the course to meet the needs of all students.
Treat confidential information about students, colleagues and others with fairness, discretion and integrity.
Develop and maintain proficiency in teaching areas through investigation, formal education, continuing education, and/or practice.
Participate in evaluation of teaching methods and curriculum, and modify both in response to feedback.
Serve as academic advisor for students in the OT program or interested in the program, as designated.
Serve as doctoral experience/capstone project mentor, as appropriate.
Supervise student graduate research projects, as appropriate.
Contribute to the advancement of OT through research, practice, and/or service.
Pursue opportunities to publish/present occupational therapy/research activities.
Assist with clinical instruction of students, as appropriate.
Participate in the University governance and/or occupational therapy department, College of Health Sciences, committees.
Carry out assigned duties with punctuality and professional competence.
Except in cases of emergency, shall not be absent from their assigned teaching or other assignments without first informing the Program Director, Department Chair, or the appropriate administrator.
Maintain active membership in state and national professional associations.
Collaborate in and contribute to the preparation of academic reports and accreditation self-studies.
Prepare and implement a faculty development plan annually.
Perform defined faculty duties, including holding office hours, attendance at department and division meetings, and adherence to college, division, and university policies and procedures.
Provide regular institutional service as outlined in regent and university policies.
Work collaboratively with the Chair, Program Director, faculty, and staff to ensure compliance with department, program, and ACOTE standards.
Perform other duties, as assigned.