Open Rank Faculty, Physical Therapy

01 Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine; Suwanee (GA); On-site; USD 100,000 - 130,000; Full time

Job summary

Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) Georgia Campus invites applications for a full-time Open Rank Faculty position in the Physical Therapy Department. The role focuses on teaching within the DPT curriculum and contributing to student-centered, osteopathic-based education.

Candidates should be licensed PT with 3+ years post-licensure experience, and have strong communication and collaboration skills. A terminal degree is preferred and eligibility for Georgia licensure is required.

Qualifications

• Licensed physical therapist with ≥3 years of post-licensure clinical experience.
• Excellent communication, collaboration, and organizational skills.

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.

Skills

Licensed Physical Therapist

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)

Terminal academic degree

Georgia 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 Philadelphia College of Osteopathic Medicine (PCOM) – Georgia Campus 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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As a PCOM employee at our Philadelphia, PA Suwanee, GA or Moultrie, GA locations, you can make a meaningful contribution to the continued success and improvement of the College.

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