Occupational Therapy Fieldwork Education Lead

National Louis University; Chicago (IL); Hybrid; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

National Louis University in Chicago seeks an experienced Academic Fieldwork Coordinator to lead the development and execution of MOT fieldwork experiences (Level I and II) for a new program. You will align fieldwork with ACOTE standards and collaborate with faculty, fieldwork educators, and community partners.

The role requires a doctorate in OT, ACOTE‑accredited OT training, and NBCOT certification with Illinois licensure eligibility.

Qualifications

• Doctorate in OT; ACOTE‑accredited OT program; NBCOT certification with active license or eligibility in Illinois.
• Minimum of two years of documented clinical OT practice.
• Experience or demonstrated ability in teaching, fieldwork coordination, student advisement, and OT education.
• Knowledge of curriculum design, accreditation standards, student assessment, and fieldwork education.

Responsibilities

• Lead the development, coordination, evaluation, and continuous improvement of fieldwork education aligned with ACOTE standards and program goals.
• Coordinate Level I and II fieldwork experiences in alignment with curriculum design and ACOTE standards.
• Develop and maintain fieldwork policies, procedures, manuals, forms, and assessment methods.
• Develop and manage fieldwork partnerships and affiliation agreements with diverse healthcare and community organizations.
• Provide orientation and ongoing support to fieldwork educators and represent the program in collaborations and consortia.

Skills

Fieldwork coordination

Leadership

Curriculum design

Collaboration

Communication

Program development

Education

Doctorate in Occupational Therapy

ACOTE‑accredited OT program

OT certification (NBCOT)

Job description

National Louis University in Chicago seeks an experienced Academic Fieldwork Coordinator to lead the development and execution of MOT fieldwork experiences (Level I and II) for a new program. You will align fieldwork with ACOTE standards and collaborate with faculty, fieldwork educators, and community partners.

The role requires a doctorate in OT, ACOTE‑accredited OT training, and NBCOT certification with Illinois licensure eligibility.