Part-Time Faculty Physical Therapy

University of North Georgia • Dahlonega, GA

57d • Onsite

About The Position

Located in the fastest-growing region of the state, the University of North Georgia is a multi-campus university with an enrollment of nearly 20,000 students, making it one of the largest institutions in the University System of Georgia. UNG is focused on a mission of educational excellence, leadership development and community engagement opportunities that develop students into leaders for a diverse and global society. Through a variety of educational pathways that provide access and range from certificates and associate degrees to a professional doctoral program, UNG is responsive to regional education and economic development needs. Federally designated as a senior military college, one of the university's signature leadership programs is its 800-member Corps of Cadets on UNG's Dahlonega Campus. Job Summary The University of North Georgia is accepting applications for a part-time faculty in Physical Therapy. This position will support and teach integumentary care in the entry-level DPT program and the Post-Professional DPT students. Part time faculty are expected to co-teach in integumentary care, mentoring physical therapy students. Part-time faculty will deliver instruction using lectures, demonstrations, case presentations and class discussions along with laboratory sessions for practical skill development. The course is designed as a clinical applications course and will include laboratory work on peri-wound and wound assessment, debridement, dressings, and therapeutic interventions. A record of teaching the pathophysiology of wounds and burns; the rehabilitation of patients with related acute and sub-acute diseases that require skilled and intermediate care. The University of North Georgia will not be sponsoring any new H-1B visas until further notice

Requirements

• Degree in Physical Therapy from a CAPTE accredited program. Doctoral degree in PT or Terminal Academic degree makes a strong candidate.
• The successful candidate will have a current Georgia PT license and will have practiced clinic physical therapy for more than five years.

Nice To Haves

• ABPTS certification is preferred.
• Academic teaching experience and clinical management make a strong candidate.

Responsibilities

• Provide on-site instruction in DPT courses, primarily in the areas of physical therapy assessment and problem solving for patients with multiple impairments and medical co morbidities needing physical therapy intervention.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Part-time
• Industry: Educational Services
• Education Level: Ph.D. or professional degree