Open Rank Faculty, Physical Therapy

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine; Suwanee (GA); On-site; USD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine in Suwanee, GA invites applications for a full-time Doctor of Physical Therapy faculty position. The successful candidate will contribute to delivering and improving a contemporary DPT curriculum, teach across the curriculum, mentor students, and engage in program assessment and service at multiple levels.

We seek a collaborative educator with at least 3 years post-licensure clinical experience, strong communication skills, and a commitment to

Qualifications

• Licensed physical therapist with ≥3 years post-licensure clinical experience.
• Demonstrated communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.
• Preference for doctoral-level degree and osteopathic-aligned teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach in assigned DPT curriculum areas and contribute to curriculum development.
• Advise and mentor students, supporting professional development.
• Engage in scholarly activity aligned with CAPTE expectations.
• Participate in program assessment, accreditation, and quality improvement.
• Contribute to service activities at program, campus, and professional levels.
• Collaborate with colleagues for program and institutional goals.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Collaboration

Organization

Education

Terminal academic degree (PhD/EdD/DSc or equivalent)

GA licensure eligibility

Job description

Job Title: Open Rank Faculty, Physical Therapy

Department: Physical Therapy (Shelley DiCecco)

FLSA: United States of America (Exempt)

Location: Suwanee Campus

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Faculty Position

The Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program at PCOM-Georgia invites applications for a full-time faculty position. We are seeking a collaborative and innovative educator committed to excellence in teaching, scholarship, and service within a student-centered, whole-person care environment grounded in osteopathic principles.

Position Overview

The successful candidate will join a dynamic faculty team and contribute to the delivery and continuous improvement of a contemporary DPT curriculum. Faculty responsibilities include teaching across the curriculum, engaging in scholarly activity, advising and mentoring students, and participating in program assessment and service at the program, campus, and professional levels.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Teach in assigned areas of expertise within the DPT curriculum
• Contribute to curriculum development, implementation, and ongoing assessment
• Advise and mentor students, supporting professional development and success
• Engage in scholarly activity consistent with program and CAPTE expectations
• Participate in program assessment, accreditation processes, and continuous quality improvement
• Contribute to service activities at the program, institutional, and professional levels

REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE

• Licensed physical therapist with greater than or equal to 3 years of post-licensure clinical experience
• Demonstrated effectiveness in communication, collaboration, and organization

EDUCATION AND CERTIFICATIONS

• Terminal academic degree (PhD, EdD, DSc, or equivalent) strongly preferred
• Current or eligibility for physical therapy licensure in the state of Georgia

Preferred Qualifications

• Board certification or advanced clinical expertise
• Prior teaching experience in a physical therapy education program
• Record of scholarly activity or potential for scholarship
• Preference will be given to candidates with contemporary expertise in any of the following areas:
  • Cardiopulmonary
  • Limb loss/prosthesis
  • Wound management
  • Anatomy

Compensation will be commensurate with the candidate's experience, education, and the responsibilities of the role.

The referenced salary range is based on PCOM good faith belief at the time of posting. Actual compensation may vary based on factors such as geographic location, work experience, market conditions, education/training and skill level. PCOM offers a total rewards package that supports our employees' health, life, career and retirement.

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