Lecturer (Residential and Hybrid Pathways)

University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus; Aurora (CO); On-site; USD 55,104 - 63,369; Part time

Job summary

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus invites applications for a part-time hybrid Lecturer to support the Doctor of Physical Therapy program. Responsibilities include teaching labs, facilitating live Zoom sessions, and contributing to CU-PT pathways, with a joint appointment across UCCS when appropriate.

Applicants should hold a Colorado license in PT (or equivalent), a DPT or terminal degree, and have clinical teaching experience.

Qualifications

• Valid Colorado MD, PT, PA, OT, SLP, or CPO license.
• DPT degree preferred; MS/BS with terminal degree acceptable.

Responsibilities

• Assist in teaching/training labs for student curriculum.
• Assist with live synchronous sessions via Zoom in Hybrid Pathway.
• Other teaching responsibilities within CU PT Program as negotiated with course instructors.
• Mentor CU students during clinical education experiences and advocate for student experiences in clinics/hospitals.

Skills

Teaching/lecturing

Lab instruction

Communication

Team collaboration

Education

DPT or terminal degree (MS/BS + PhD, etc.)

Job description

Job Summary

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus Physical Therapy hybrid program (CU-PT) is an innovative program involving the University of Colorado Spring (UCCS). The hybrid program, expected to welcome its first students in Summer 2024, incorporates best practices in distance education with clinical education experiences and periodic immersion instruction on the UCCS campus. The UCCS Helen and Arthur E. Johnson Bethe-El College of Nursing and Health Science (JBE) will house the hybrid DPT program in the Health Sciences Department. JBE College has expertise in human anatomy, physiology, nutrition, exercise science and health and wellness.

The integrated expertise of JBE and CU-PT forms a dynamic partnership that will help to shape physical therapy graduates who are reflective practitioners and leaders within the field.

The University of Colorado PT Program (CU-PT) is seeking a qualified candidate for the position of part‑time hybrid Lecturer to assist with teaching various PT courses in order to meet the demands of the program’s innovative curriculum. This is an invitation only posting for a part‑time 0.025 FTE position.

The academic appointment will be at the University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus or University of Colorado School of Medicine with a joint appointment at UCCS.

Key Responsibilities for Residential Pathway

• Assist in teaching/training labs for student curriculum
• Other teaching responsibilities within the CU PT Program

Key Responsibilities for Hybrid Pathway

• Assist in teaching/training labs for student curriculum
• Assist with live synchronous session via Zoom
• Other teaching responsibilities within the hybrid CU PT Pathway (e.g., assisting with synchronous teaching sessions) as negotiated with course instructors and Hybrid Pathway leadership

Work Location

For Residential Onsite – this role is expected to work onsite in Aurora, CO.

For Hybrid Remote – this role is eligible to work remotely, but the employee must be in the United States and attend in‑person meetings, classroom and/or laboratory activities located at the UCCS campus.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The University of Colorado (CU) is an Equal Opportunity Employer and complies with all applicable federal, state, and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment. We are committed to creating a workplace where all individuals are treated with respect and dignity, and we encourage individuals from all backgrounds to apply, including protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.

Qualifications

Applicants must meet minimum qualifications at the time of hire.

• Valid Colorado MD, PT, PA, OT, SLP, or CPO license

Condition of Employment

• Applicant is a clinical instructor willing to mentor CU students during clinical education experiences and/or advocate for student experiences within their clinic/hospital.

Preferred Qualifications

• A Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree or an MS/BS physical therapy degree with a terminal degree (such as PhD, DHS, EdD)
• 5 years of DPT lecturing and/or assisting with labs within the CU PT Program, or at the discretion of the Program Director and/or search committee
• Consistent lab evaluations of >4.3/5 with supporting student and mentor comments
• Consistent record of professional development in the areas of education and clinical practice
• Established clinical instructor mentoring at least one CU student per year during a full‑time clinical education experience
• A strong clinical background

Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Ability to communicate effectively (written, oral, lecture, lab)
• Ability to work effectively and efficiently with a team and individually
• Current expertise in patient management content for the specified course
• Demonstrates advanced practice skill and competency such as APTA Board Specialization, residency or fellowship training
• Clinical instructor willing to mentor CU students during clinical education experiences and/or advocate for student experiences in respective clinics/hospitals

Anticipated Pay Range

The starting salary range for this position has been established as $40‑46 per hour.

THIS POSITION IS NOT ELIGIBLE FOR OVERTIME COMPENSATION UNLESS IT IS NON‑EXEMPT.

THE UNIVERSITY OF COLORADO PROVIDES GENEROUS LEAVE, HEALTH PLANS AND RETIREMENT CONTRIBUTIONS THAT ADD TO YOUR BOTTOM LINE.

ADA Statement

The University will provide reasonable accommodations to applicants with disabilities throughout the employment application process. To request an accommodation pursuant to the Americans with Disabilities Act, please contact the Human Resources ADA Coordinator at [e-mail].

Background Check Statement

The University of Colorado Anschutz Medical Campus is dedicated to ensuring a safe and secure environment for our faculty, staff, students and visitors. To assist in achieving that goal, we conduct background investigations for all prospective employees.

Vaccination Statement

CU Anschutz strongly encourages vaccination against the COVID-19 virus and other vaccine-preventable diseases. If you work, visit, or volunteer in healthcare facilities or clinics operated by our affiliated hospital or clinical partners or by CU Anschutz, you will be required to comply with the vaccination and medical surveillance policies of the facilities or clinics where you work, visit, or volunteer, respectively. In addition, if you work in certain research areas or perform certain safety sensitive job duties, you must enroll in the occupational health medical surveillance program.