Assistant/Associate Health Sciences Clinical Professor/ Physical Therapist: Orthopedic

University of California - San Francisco; San Francisco (CA); On-site; USD 118,000 - 184,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a passionate Physical Therapist to join their dynamic team. This full-time position offers the opportunity to provide exceptional patient care while engaging in teaching and mentoring students in the clinical setting. The role emphasizes evidence-based practice and collaboration within the healthcare community, making a meaningful impact on patients' lives. Ideal candidates will possess a DPT degree and board certification in Orthopedics, along with a commitment to equity and inclusive practices. Join a forward-thinking institution dedicated to advancing the field of physical therapy through innovation and compassion.

Qualifications

• DPT degree from an accredited program is required.
• Board certification in Orthopedics is essential.

Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality physical therapy services to patients.
• Teach students in clinical settings and maintain active dialogues.

Skills

Evidence-Based Practice

Patient Care

Teaching

Communication

Education

DPT Degree

Board Certification in Orthopedics

CA State Licensure

Job description

Application Window

Open date: April 25, 2025

Next review date: Sunday, May 25, 2025 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Apply by this date to ensure full consideration by the committee.

Final date: Sunday, Oct 25, 2026 at 11:59pm (Pacific Time)

Applications will continue to be accepted until this date, but those received after the review date will only be considered if the position has not yet been filled.

Position description

Assistant/Associate Health Sciences Clinical Professor/ Physical Therapist: Orthopedic

The UCSF Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science is seeking full-time members in the Health Sciences Clinical Professor series (at the ranks of Assistant or Associate Professor) to provide Physical Therapy services to the UCSF Physical Therapy Faculty Practice, and to support its teaching programs administered in the Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science.

The UCSF Faculty Practice serves a broad range of patients (adolescents to elders) with a variety of musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, integumentary, and cardiovascular and pulmonary rehabilitative needs of patients living with and beyond cancer and other chronic illnesses. The applicants for this position are expected to:

• Practice evidence based, high quality care


• Teach students in the clinical setting


• Represent the Faculty Practice within UCSF and the surrounding communities


• Maintain an active dialogue with UCSF referring providers and within the UCSF Health community

Basic Qualifications:

• Successful completion of a DPT degree from an accredited DPT Program or an equivalent degree.


• Be board-certified or board eligible in Orthopedics.


• Current CA State licensure or eligibility for licensure in the State of CA to practice.


• Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation (CPR) certification required.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 2-3 years clinical experience.


• Orthopedic outpatient experience.

Applicants must meet all of the requirements by the time of hire. Applicants' materials must list current and/or pending qualifications upon submission.

The candidates may be asked to participate in teaching in DPT, Residency and/or PhD programming, and will instruct students in the Faculty Practice environments. This position initially is comprised of 95% patient care and 5% teaching. The faculty member is expected to participate in university governance, faculty meetings, departmental administrative meetings, quality assurance programs and continuing education.

The Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science at UCSF is seeking applicants with demonstrated experience in working effectively with individuals from a range of life experiences and backgrounds and who are motivated to provide equitable clinical care, teaching practices and research activity.

Academic rank and salary level will be based on the successful applicant's experience. Applications will be considered immediately and accepted until these positions are filled. Interested applicants should upload a cover letter, CV, statement of teaching, and the names and email addresses for five references at: https://aprecruit.ucsf.edu/JPF05449.

The Department of Physical Therapy and Rehabilitation Science at UCSF is dedicated to providing evidence-based, patient-centered physical therapy services for the community, and to educating scholarly, socially sensitive clinicians, educators, and researchers who will lead the profession into the future.

We foster an inclusive environment in clinical care, education, and research while building the scientific base of clinical practice with an emphasis on equity, quality, accessibility, and efficiency. Our team thrives through diversity across all spectrums including ethnicity, ability level, sexual and gender identities, religious and spiritual freedoms, and all other demographics.

We welcome individuals committed to advancing equity through mentoring students, serving a wide variety of communities, conducting inclusive research, and promoting collaboration. Physical therapy students and clinical faculty participate as part of a team within a healthcare environment that is patient-focused and responsive to evolving societal needs.

Our vision is to cultivate leaders who will transform physical therapy practice through innovation, compassion, and a dedication to social justice, ensuring excellent care for all populations we serve.

The posted UC salary scales set the minimum pay determined by rank and step at appointment. See Table 5. The minimum base salary range for this position is $118,000 - $183,500. This position includes membership in the health sciences compensation plan which provides for eligibility for additional compensation.

Application Requirements

Document requirements

• Curriculum Vitae - CV must clearly list current and/or pending qualifications (e.g. board eligibility/certification, medical licensure, etc.).

  
  

• Cover Letter

  
  

• Statement of Research (Optional)

  
  

• Statement of Teaching

  
  

• Misc / Additional (Optional)

  
  

Reference requirements

• 5 required (contact information only)

About UC San Francisco

As a University employee, you will be required to comply with all applicable University policies and/or collective bargaining agreements, as may be amended from time to time. Federal, state, or local government directives may impose additional requirements.

The University of California is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, age, protected veteran status, or other protected status under state or federal law.

As a condition of employment, the finalist will be required to disclose if they are subject to any final administrative or judicial decisions within the last seven years determining that they committed any misconduct.

* "Misconduct" means any violation of the policies or laws governing conduct at the applicant's previous place of employment, including, but not limited to, violations of policies or laws prohibiting sexual harassment, sexual assault, or other forms of harassment, discrimination, dishonesty, or unethical conduct, as defined by the employer.

* UC Sexual Violence and Sexual Harassment Policy: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/4000385/SVSH

* UC Anti-Discrimination Policy: https://policy.ucop.edu/doc/1001004/Anti-Discrimination

* APM - 035: Affirmative Action and Nondiscrimination in Employment: https://www.ucop.edu/academic-personnel-programs/_files/apm/apm-035.pdf

Job location

San Francisco, CA