Adjunct Instructor, Physical Therapy

High-Point-University; High Point (NC); On-site; USD 40,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

High Point University seeks a Physical Therapy Adjunct Faculty member to teach in the Doctor of Physical Therapy program, primarily in the classroom with potential clinic teaching. The role emphasizes clinical skill, content knowledge, and the ability to mentor students, including participation in selective advanced topics.

The position requires a DPT degree and state licensure, with demonstrated teaching experience and a strong professional profile in physical therapy.

Qualifications

• Licensed physical therapist in good standing in the United States.
• Experience teaching/mentoring students.

Responsibilities

• Teach didactic and clinical content for the DPT program.
• Evaluate student performance and provide feedback.
• Contribute to curriculum development and program assessment.

Skills

Clinical expertise

Teaching ability

Student assessment

PT licensure

Education

DPT degree

PT licensure

Job description

The Physical Therapist Adjunct Faculty member is responsible for teaching in the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) educational program most often in the classroom but also could teach students in the clinic. The Adjunct Faculty member teaches, whether in the classroom or clinic, a substantial portion if not an entire course (with oversight from a core faculty member).The Adjunct Faculty member should be distinguished by unique clinical skill, content knowledge or both. For example, Adjunct faculty lend greatly to the curriculum in the teaching of Selectives which are often centered upon highly specialized areas of physical therapist practice like women’s health, diagnostic ultrasound, or animal physical therapy. Candidates will be expected to demonstrate sound judgment, expertise, professionalism, and teaching ability.Duties and Responsibilities:Didactic or clinical teachingStudent evaluation and assessmentRequired Qualifications:Unique expertise in physical therapy or related fieldHistory of teaching/mentoring studentsPreferred Qualifications:Licensed PTSpecialty certification within physical therapy or a related fieldDPT degreeFor more information regarding this position, please contact Dr. Kevin Ford, Dean, School of Health Sciences at [e-mail] .