Faculty Position/Director of Clinical Education, Hybrid Distance Learning DPT Program, Department of Physical Therapy, Jefferson College of Rehabilitation Sciences, Thomas Jefferson University

Thomas Jefferson University•Philadelphia, PA

5d•Remote

About The Position

The Department of Physical Therapy at Thomas Jefferson University is seeking a Director of Clinical Education (DCE) for its new Hybrid Distance Learning Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program. This role involves central leadership in developing the clinical education program, including its design, implementation, assessment, and continuous improvement. The DCE will be responsible for building a student-centered clinical education infrastructure that is responsive to community health needs and aligned with current physical therapist practice. The successful candidate will be an experienced physical therapist educator and relationship-builder, tasked with cultivating clinical partnerships, supporting clinical instructors and site coordinators, guiding students, and contributing to accreditation, program assessment, teaching, scholarship, and service. This position requires collaboration with program directors, faculty, and clinical partners to coordinate all clinical education experiences and ensure alignment with didactic coursework and program outcomes. Experience in distance learning environments is preferred. This is a remote position requiring travel to the Philadelphia campus approximately two to four times per trimester.

Requirements

Earned Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree.
Minimum of three (3) years of clinical practice experience as a physical therapist.
Minimum of two (2) years of experience in teaching, curriculum development, and administration within a physical therapist education program, OR two (2) years of experience as a Clinical Instructor (CI) or Site Coordinator of Clinical Education (SCCE).
Demonstrated experience in and understanding of clinical education in physical therapist education, including clinical site development, student placement, student assessment, clinical instructor support, and compliance processes.
Familiarity with CAPTE standards and accreditation expectations related to clinical education.
Demonstrated ability to work independently and effectively communicate, collaborate, and build relationships with students, faculty, administrators, clinical partners, alumni, and external stakeholders.
Evidence of scholarly activity commensurate with an academic appointment.
Evidence of teaching excellence.
Demonstrated ability to support student learning, clinical performance development, professional formation, and remediation when necessary.
Current physical therapy licensure in Pennsylvania or eligibility for Pennsylvania licensure.
Ability to travel to Philadelphia as required by the program curriculum and program leadership.

Nice To Haves

Experience with hybrid, online, or distance education.
Demonstrated proficiency, or willingness to develop expertise, in online and hybrid pedagogy, instructional technology, and evidence-based teaching practices.
Proficiency in database management and educational technology systems.
Preparedness to utilize EXXAT/PRISM or similar platforms to support clinical education administration.
Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced environment and manage multiple priorities.
Commitment to collaboration across healthcare disciplines and diverse organizations.
Post-professional doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, ScD, or equivalent).
Prior higher education experience in teaching, curriculum development, or administration.
Experience as a Clinical Instructor (CI) or Site Coordinator of Clinical Education (SCCE).
APTA Clinical Instructor Certification.
ABPTS board certification, residency, or fellowship training.
Experience with CAPTE accreditation processes and student remediation.

Responsibilities

Lead the development, implementation, coordination, and evaluation of integrated and full-time clinical education experiences within the hybrid distance learning DPT program.
Develop and maintain a diverse national network of clinical education sites across various practice settings.
Build and sustain collaborative relationships with clinical instructors, site coordinators of clinical education (SCCEs), and healthcare partners.
Coordinate student clinical assignments and orient students to expectations, professional behaviors, and assessment processes.
Monitor and support student performance before, during, and after clinical experiences.
Contribute to CAPTE accreditation activities, including self-studies, annual reports, and program assessment initiatives related to clinical education.
Collaborate with program and college personnel to oversee systems that track student compliance requirements (immunizations, background checks, etc.).
Teach or co-teach courses within the hybrid distance learning DPT curriculum based on expertise and program needs.
Contribute to learning experiences related to clinical education, professional formation, clinical reasoning, patient management, interprofessional education, and service-learning preparation.
Maintain a scholarly agenda appropriate to academic rank and expectations for core faculty.
Engage in scholarship related to clinical education, student readiness, competency-based education, clinical performance assessment, interprofessional education, community-engaged learning, health equity, workforce development, professional formation, or related areas.
Participate in program, college, university, professional, and community service activities, including committee work, clinical education consortia, accreditation initiatives, professional organizations, and community partnerships.

Benefits

Medical (including prescription)
Supplemental insurance
Dental
Vision
Life and AD&D insurance
Short- and long-term disability
Flexible spending accounts
Retirement plans
Tuition assistance
Voluntary benefits (group rates on insurance and discounts)
Tuition discounts at Thomas Jefferson University (after one year of full time service or two years of part time service)