Program Director, Occupational Therapy (open rank)

The University of Texas Medical Branch; Galveston (TX); On-site; USD 120,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Relocation allowance

Excellent retirement program

Competitive benefits package

Job summary

UTMB Health in Galveston, TX invites applications for a full-time Program Director to lead the residential entry-level Doctor of Occupational Therapy program. We seek an accomplished leader with administrative excellence and accreditation expertise to oversee operations, faculty, and outcomes.

The successful candidate will ensure ACOTE compliance, coordinate with Fieldwork and Capstone activities, mentor faculty, and advance program quality and NBCOT pass rates while collaborating with

Qualifications

• A doctoral degree in OT or related field is required or eligible.
• Current licensure or eligibility for OT licensure in Texas.
• Minimum 8 years OT experience and at least 3 years in a full-time academic appointment with teaching responsibilities.
• Demonstrated administrative and leadership ability with ACOTE standards knowledge.
• Prior Program Director or ACOTE-accredited program experience preferred.

Responsibilities

• Direct day-to-day operations of the OT program and ensure teaching excellence.
• Direct self-study reports and CQI processes to meet ACOTE standards.
• Oversee student progression, advising, and program outcomes (NBCOT pass rates, graduation, retention).
• Recruit, mentor, and evaluate faculty; coordinate with Fieldwork and Capstone coordinators.

Skills

Leadership

ACOTE standards

Curriculum development

Faculty mentoring

Accreditation

Education

OTD/PhD/DHSc/DrPH

Job description

Program Director, Occupational Therapy (open rank)

University of Texas Medical Branch, School of Health Professions – Galveston, Texas

University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB) – Galveston, Texas

UTMB opened in 1891 as the first academic health center in Texas. UTMB has a remarkable history of advancing health sciences education, research, and patient care. Today, UTMB Health is a $2.2 billion health science center featuring five hospitals, an extensive network of outpatient clinics, and over 10 exceptional research centers.

Lead the Future of Occupational Therapy at UTMB Health

The University of Texas Medical Branch (UTMB Health), School of Health Professions, invites applications for a full-time Program Director to lead our residential entry-level Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) program. We are seeking an accomplished leader—available at the Assistant Professor, Associate Professor, or Professor rank—who combines administrative excellence, accreditation expertise, and a commitment to preparing the next generation of practitioners.

The Occupational Therapy Program Director

Will direct day-to-day operations, foster a collaborative culture supporting teaching excellence, and serve as the primary institutional liaison to ACOTE. Core responsibilities include:

• Maintaining continuous compliance with all ACOTE standards and directing self-study reports and Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI) processes.
• Overseeing student academic progression, advising, and program outcomes including NBCOT pass rates, graduation rates, and retention.
• Recruiting, mentoring, and evaluating faculty members.
• Collaborating with the Academic Fieldwork Coordinator and Doctoral Capstone Coordinator to ensure clinical and capstone experiences meet educational standards.

In addition to the Program Director role, the Department of Occupational Therapy is actively recruiting Core Faculty members across all academic ranks to join our growing academic team.

To Meet Mandatory ACOTE Requirements, Program Director Candidates Must Possess:

• A doctoral degree (OTD, PhD, DHSc, DrPH, DSc, or related degree).
• Current licensure or eligibility for licensure as an OT in the state of Texas.
• A minimum of 8 years of OT experience and at least 3 years in a full-time academic appointment with teaching responsibilities at the post-baccalaureate level.
• Demonstrated administrative and leadership ability, alongside a strong knowledge of ACOTE standards and processes.
• Candidates with prior experience as a Program Director in an ACOTE-accredited program and expertise in curriculum development or scholarly activity are strongly preferred.

Income Package:

A highly competitive salary is offered and is commensurate with Academic rank, experience, and qualifications. In addition, UTMB offers a superior benefits package, an excellent retirement program, a relocation allowance as well as other potential incentives.

Living in South Houston and Galveston, Texas:

More information about UTMB and Galveston can be found on the UTMB Living Website: http://www.utmb.edu/utmbliving/

Interested candidates please submit a current/updated Curriculum Vitae (CV) to Skott Harrington at [e-mail].

UTMB Health strives to provide equal opportunity employment without regard to race, color, religion, age, national origin, sex, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity/expression, genetic information, disability, veteran status, or any other basis protected by institutional policy or by federal, state or local laws unless such distinction is required by law. As a Federal Contractor, UTMB Health takes affirmative action to hire and advance protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.