Program Chair School of Physical Therapy

Belmont University; Nashville (TN); On-site; USD 110,000 - 150,000; Full time

Job summary

Belmont University seeks a qualified Program Chair for the School of Physical Therapy. The role leads strategic planning, governance, and curriculum development while working with the Dean and College leadership.

Responsibilities include faculty supervision, student recruitment and retention, clinical partnerships, and budget management. A doctorate and PT license are required, with ABPTS certification preferred; commitment to Belmont’s mission is essential.

Qualifications

• Demonstrated capacity to engage in high quality scholarly activity.
• Demonstrated ability to advise, instruct, manage, motivate and evaluate students.
• Ability to learn relevant sections of Canvas and BannerWeb; adapt to Belmont’s online systems.
• Experience with program governance, curriculum design, and accreditation processes.

Responsibilities

• Set vision, goals, and strategic priorities for the School of Physical Therapy in alignment with CPHS.
• Lead governance through planning, meetings, and policy implementation.
• Oversee curriculum design, scheduling, program review, and accreditation support.
• Supervise, evaluate, and mentor faculty and staff; manage workloads and reviews.
• Lead recruitment and retention strategies for the program with collaborations across departments.
• Establish and maintain clinical partnerships, site relationships, and revenue tracking.

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Leadership & governance

Teaching & curriculum development

Collaboration

Student mentorship

Education

Academic doctorate

PT degree with ABPTS certification

Tools

Canvas

BannerWeb

MS Office

Job description

We are now accepting applications for a qualified Program Chair School of Physical Therapy at Belmont University.

Employment Type

Faculty

Full-Time

Internal Job Category

Tenure Track (Faculty)

Department

Coll Pharmacy&Health Sciences

Hours

N/A

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

Position purpose: Chair of the School of Physical Therapy

Strategic Leadership – Set the vision, goals, and strategic priorities for the School of Physical Therapy, aligning with CPHS priorities and working closely with the Dean, Associate Deans, Vice Chair, and Director of Clinical Education.

Shared Governance – Lead School governance through collaborative, inclusive planning; conduct School meetings; and implement long-range programs, plans, and policies.

Curriculum & Program Development – Oversee curriculum design, course scheduling, program review, and support accreditation processes in partnership with the Assistant Dean of Assessment and Accreditation.

Faculty & Staff Leadership – Supervise, evaluate, and mentor faculty and staff; manage workloads, professional development plans, annual reviews, and promotion/tenure recommendations.

Student Recruitment & Retention – Lead recruitment and retention strategy for the program, staying current on best practices and partnering with the AD for Student Success and Formation.

Clinical Practice Partnerships – Establish and maintain clinical practice agreements and site relationships, ensuring clear expectations, revenue tracking, and timely issue resolution.

Financial Management – Prepare and administer the School's budget, pursue outside funding, and align spending with strategic and revenue priorities.

Facilities & Resource Management – Oversee physical space, equipment inventory, security, and maintenance needs for the School.

Communication & External Representation – Lead internal and external communications (newsletters, reports, media) and represent the School to outside institutions and organizations.

Fundraising & Development – Partner with the Dean and CPHS Development team on fundraising strategy, campaign execution, and donor relationship management.

Other Job Functions as a Core Faculty Member

• Complete equivalent of 18 workload hours per academic year.
• Teach in the entry-level DPT program
• Advise and mentor students in research and other class‑related projects.
• Engage in activities to support the mission and vision of Belmont University and the college in which you teach.
• Participate in departmental and university committee work.
• Engage in scholarly activity and professional development.
• Participate in a local church and the community.
• Abide by all relevant university and/or department procedures and policies.
• Manage online grading system.
• Maintain regular office hours.

The above statements describe the job’s essential responsibilities and requirements. They are not an exhaustive list of the duties that may be assigned to job incumbents.

Required Qualifications

Belmont University seeks to attract and retain highly qualified faculty and staff who will support our mission and vision. As a Christ‑centered and student‑focused community, we aim to:

• Form diverse leaders of character;
• Equip people to solve the world’s complex problems through teaching, research and service;
• And be radical champions for helping people and communities flourish.
• Demonstrated capacity to engage in high quality scholarly activity.
• Demonstrated ability to advise, instruct, manage, motivate and evaluate students.
• Skilled in the use of computers, Internet resources, and MS Office software.
• Ability to learn relevant sections of Canvas (learning management system) and BannerWeb, Belmont University’s online integrated database system for student grading.
• Ability to integrate technology into the teaching and learning process.
• Ability to successfully interact with students, other educators and educational institution representatives, and the general public in a professional manner.
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively verbally and in writing.
• Knowledge of the programs and services offered by Belmont University. Interest and ability to work collaboratively in course design and to teach interdisciplinary and topical courses.
• Ability to work effectively with a wide range of constituencies.

Required Education

Academic doctorate required; PT degree with preferred ABPTS specialty certification. Eligible for Tennessee Physical Therapy license.

Required Experience

Holds an active, unencumbered PT license and is in compliance with the state practice act.

• Has an earned academic doctoral degree
• Has a minimum of six years of full‑time higher education experience, with a minimum of three years of full‑time experience as a core faculty member in a CAPTE‑accredited entry‑level physical therapist education program.
• Has experience/professional development/education 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. Experience derived from the clinic is acceptable.
• Has experience or formal training in program evaluation, assessment, and curriculum development.
• Is familiar with CAPTE accreditation requirements and has experience with other accreditation and/or regulatory agencies. Experience derived from the clinic is acceptable.
• Has prior engagement at the academy/academic institutional level

The selected candidate will be required to complete a background check satisfactory to the University.

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