Program Director, Physical Therapy

Jobot; Athens (GA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 120,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobot in Athens, GA is seeking a Program Director, Physical Therapy to provide academic, administrative, and operational leadership for the program, ensuring accreditation compliance and student success.

The role oversees curriculum, faculty performance, budgeting, and community partnerships, and may include teaching responsibilities based on program needs.

Qualifications

• Previous higher education teaching experience in online environment.
• Demonstrated success in academic or educational leadership roles.
• Relevant clinical, teaching, and supervisory experience as required by accrediting body.
• Experience with curriculum oversight, accreditation, student outcomes, or program assessment.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership and oversight for the designated academic program.
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies and accreditation standards.
• Prepare accreditation reports and documentation.
• Monitor program benchmarks including licensure/certification pass rates and student outcomes.
• Lead continuous improvement to strengthen program effectiveness.
• Collaborate with academic leadership in day-to-day operations.
• Oversee curriculum design, development, revision, and assessment.
• Evaluate instructional methods and learning outcomes.
• Recruit, hire, mentor, and evaluate faculty.
• Support student advising, progression, and engagement.
• Coordinate clinical education sites and external partnerships.
• Manage program budget and resources.

Skills

Academic leadership

Curriculum development

Accreditation knowledge

Faculty leadership

Education

Doctorate or master's degree in discipline

Master's with 18 graduate hours

Graduate terminal degree

Job description

Program Director, Physical Therapy

$110000 - $120000 per year | Athens, GA | On-site | Permanent

This individual will oversee curriculum quality, faculty development, accreditation compliance, student progression, and the continued growth and effectiveness of the program.

A bit about us:

The Program Director, Physical Therapy provides academic, administrative, and operational leadership for the assigned program. This individual is responsible for ensuring that the program meets institutional expectations, accreditation requirements, established performance benchmarks, and applicable regulatory standards.

The Program Director, Physical Therapy will oversee curriculum development, faculty performance, student progression, clinical education, program assessment, budgeting, and community partnerships. The role may also include teaching responsibilities based on program needs.

Why join us?

• Opportunity to lead and shape an established academic program
• Meaningful influence over curriculum, instruction, and student outcomes
• Collaborative environment with faculty, academic leadership, and clinical partners
• Ability to recruit, mentor, and develop high-performing faculty
• Direct involvement in accreditation, program assessment, and continuous improvement
• Opportunity to strengthen community partnerships and clinical placement relationships
• Mission-driven work supporting students as they prepare for professional careers

Job Details

The Program Director, Physical Therapy provides academic, administrative, and operational leadership for the assigned program. This individual is responsible for ensuring that the program meets institutional expectations, accreditation requirements, established performance benchmarks, and applicable regulatory standards.

The Program Director, Physical Therapy will oversee curriculum development, faculty performance, student progression, clinical education, program assessment, budgeting, and community partnerships. The role may also include teaching responsibilities based on program needs.

Key Responsibilities

Program Leadership and Accreditation

• Provide leadership and oversight for the designated academic program.
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies, regional accreditation requirements, and applicable programmatic accreditation standards.
• Prepare and submit required accreditation reports and supporting documentation.
• Monitor program benchmarks, including licensure or certification pass rates, student retention, satisfaction, and other required outcomes.
• Lead continuous improvement efforts designed to strengthen program effectiveness and student success.
• Support day-to-day departmental operations in partnership with academic leadership.

Curriculum and Instruction

• Oversee the design, development, revision, implementation, and assessment of the curriculum.
• Evaluate instructional methods, learning outcomes, course assessments, and program effectiveness.
• Maintain curriculum relevance and continuity through collaboration with faculty and external partners.
• Teach courses as needed and ensure instruction align with established learning outcomes.
• Incorporate appropriate community resources, professional speakers, and experiential learning opportunities into the program.

Faculty Leadership

• Recruit, hire, train, mentor, supervise, and evaluate faculty.
• Schedule and staff courses while helping maintain instructional continuity during vacancies or absences.
• Conduct regular faculty meetings and annual performance evaluations.
• Ensure faculty members maintain required licenses, certifications, professional competencies, and continuing development.
• Promote instructional excellence, professional conduct, and a culture of accountability and collaboration.

Student Success

• Provide academic advising and career guidance to students.
• Monitor student retention, progression, and academic performance.
• Identify students who may be at risk and coordinate appropriate interventions and support.
• Respond promptly and professionally to student questions and concerns.
• Maintain an engaging, inclusive, and respectful learning environment.

Clinical Education and External Partnerships

• Assist with establishing, coordinating, and maintaining clinical education sites, where applicable.
• Serve as a liaison between the institution and affiliated clinical partners.
• Monitor clinical placements, student performance, safety, and competency development.
• Maintain required clinical records and evaluate the effectiveness of clinical experiences.
• Build community relationships that support clinical placements, program visibility, and student opportunities.
• Organize and lead advisory board meetings at least annually.

Operations and Resource Management

• Develop, manage, and monitor the program budget with appropriate fiscal responsibility.
• Recommend instructional equipment, supplies, technology, and learning resources.
• Monitor the safety, quality, and effectiveness of instructional environments and program materials.
• Participate in orientations, graduations, professional development activities, institutional meetings, and community-service initiatives.
• Perform additional responsibilities according to program and institutional needs.

Qualifications

Education

Educational requirements will depend on the degree level and discipline of the assigned program:

• Associate-degree programs: A doctorate or master’s degree in the discipline, or a master’s degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours or an equivalent concentration in the discipline, is generally required. A bachelor’s or associate degree with an appropriate professional certification may be considered when consistent with the discipline’s terminal-degree expectations.
• Baccalaureate programs: A doctorate or master’s degree in the discipline, or a master’s degree with at least 18 graduate semester hours or an equivalent concentration in the discipline, is generally required. A bachelor’s degree in the discipline may be considered depending on the field’s terminal-degree and certification requirements.
• Graduate programs: A doctorate or appropriate terminal degree in the discipline is generally required. Relevant professional certification may also be considered.

Degrees must generally be earned from accredited institutions. Additional academic documentation, including course descriptions or syllabi, may be requested to verify compliance with applicable credit-hour requirements.

Experience

• Previous higher education teaching experience in an online environment.
• Demonstrated success working in an academic or educational leadership capacity.
• Relevant clinical, teaching, and/or supervisory experience required by the applicable programmatic accrediting body.
• Experience with curriculum oversight, faculty leadership, accreditation, student outcomes, or program assessment is strongly preferred.

Licensure and Certification

• Current professional licensure or certification as required by the applicable programmatic accrediting body.
• Active license in good standing in the state of employment when required by state law or applicable regulations.

Core Competencies

• Strong academic and operational leadership
• Knowledge of accreditation and regulatory requirements
• Curriculum development and assessment experience
• Faculty recruitment, mentoring, and performance management
• Excellent written and verbal communication
• Sound judgment and problem-solving abilities
• Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, evolving academic environment
• Commitment to student achievement, professional ethics, and continuous improvement

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