Physical Therapist Assistant Program Director

Southern Nazarene University

Bethany (OK)

On-site

USD 90,000 - 120,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Family health insurance plan (shared)

Long term disability

Dental insurance

Group life insurance

Tuition remission

Vacation

Sick leave

Personal days

Holidays

Job summary

Southern Nazarene University seeks a Program Director for the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program. The role leads curriculum, teaching, evaluation, and accreditation activities while guiding faculty and staff to support student success within a Christian university setting.

The Director will collaborate with administration, other departments, and clinical partners, ensuring strategic alignment with university mission and CAPTE standards. Teaching may be required as assigned.

Qualifications

Master’s degree or higher required.
Active PTA or PT license in any US jurisdiction; Oklahoma state license compliance.
Minimum five years full-time post-licensure experience; three years clinical.
Experience in administration, leadership, and program evaluation.
Familiarity with CAPTE accreditation procedures and standards.
Strong communication (verbal and written) and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

Provide leadership and strategic direction for the PTA program.
Maintain accreditation (CAPTE) and ensure compliance with standards.
Oversee curriculum, teaching, and assessment across the program.
Manage program budget and resources; supervise faculty and staff.
Collaborate with other departments, clinical partners, and community partners.
Teach courses as assigned by institutional leadership.
Represent the program within the university and external stakeholders.
Engage in scholarly activity aligned with SNU mission.

Skills

Leadership

Strategic planning

Curriculum oversight

Faculty supervision

Communication

Budget management

Accreditation knowledge

Program assessment

Educational theory

Clinical experience

Education

Master’s degree

CAPTE exemption

Job description

Full-Time Faculty, 12 months / Exempt

WORK SCHEDULEMonday through Friday 8:00 am to 5:00 p

JOB SUMMARY

The Program Director for the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program at SNU is responsible for providing strategic and collaborative leadership and ensuring the program aligns with the university mission and accreditation standards. The role involves oversight of all program functions: curriculum, teaching and learning, faculty performance evaluation, student performance evaluation, program assessment, program budget, and accreditation processes. The program director will collaboratively work with administration, faculty/staff members, other departments including the Doctor of Physical Therapy program, accrediting bodies, clinical partners, and community members to create a supportive educational environment. Strong interpersonal, leadership, and organizational skills, effective management of faculty and staff, and communicating collaboratively in the performance of all duties are essential skills for this position as the Program Director will be expected to manage faculty and staff, promote academic excellence, and advocate for the program within the university and the broader community. The Director will lead all aspects of CAPTE accreditation. The Program Director will engage in professional service opportunities that follow accreditation requirements and institutional policies and procedures. The Program Director will also teach courses as assigned and agreed upon with institutional leadership. The Program Director must demonstrate a commitment to Christian higher education, with a desire to work in a Christian university while supporting the institution's mission and educational goals and fostering an environment of growth and excellence for students and faculty alike. The PTA Program Director serves as a member of the School of Professional Studies.

RESPONSIBILITIESEssential Functions:

Provide leadership, vision, and strategic direction for the Program
Maintain state, institutional, and programmatic (CAPTE) accreditation, ensuring compliance with all standards and rules
Implement and evaluate a contemporary and evidence-based program curriculum that meets accreditation standards
Maintain and uphold Program regulations, policies, and procedures that align with the University and achieve Program goals
Provide oversight and general supervision for the Core and Associated Faculty, including recruitment and retention of personnel
Conduct Faculty and Staff performance evaluations, mentorship, and professional development
Assess the Program’s mission statement, goals, and competencies as necessary
Select qualified and diverse applicants for admission to the Program
Provide student instruction, evaluate student performance, and assure the availability of remedial instruction
Plan and administer the Program budget and financial resources to support program needs
Conduct and lead Faculty and Staff strategic planning meetings for the Program
Represent and advocate for the Program within the university and the community
Attend university activities as designated
Perform the duties of a faculty member as identified in institutional policies and procedures
Collaborate with Professional Studies and Doctor of Physical Therapy program directors
Conduct ongoing Program assessment

Required Qualifications:

Southern Nazarene University is an expression of the Church of the Nazarene.
According to SNU policy, all faculty and staff must profess faith in Jesus Christ, possess a strong personal Christian commitment and be committed to the SNU mission to make Christlike disciples through higher education in a Christ centered community.
As an institution of the Church of the Nazarene, applicants must understand and embrace the biblical principle that all people are created in the image of God and should be treated with dignity and respect, including a belief in equal opportunity to work, contribute, and flourish without discrimination.
Is a physical therapist assistant or a physical therapist
Holds an active, unencumbered PTA or PT license in any United States jurisdiction and is in compliance with the practice act for the state of Oklahoma
Has earned a minimum of a master’s degree or previous CAPTE-granted exemption
A minimum of five years, full-time, post licensure experience that includes a minimum of three years of full-time clinical experience
Experience in classroom, lab, or clinical teaching experience
Experience in administration, management, and leadership.
(Experience and professional development derived from the clinic is acceptable.)
Professional development and/or education in all of the following: educational theory and methodology, instructional design, student evaluation, and outcome assessment
Has experience in fiscal management
Has experience or formal training in program evaluation and assessment
Is familiar with CAPTE accreditation requirements
Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills
Experience in coordinating complex program accreditation or similar processes
Knowledge of industry-standard PT equipment
Excellent organizational and communication skills
Supervisory experience or administrative experience
Contemporary physical therapy practice
Engages in a scholarship that reflects contributions to the profession and is aligned with the mission of SNU