PTA Clinical Education Director - Partnerships & Accreditation

Stanbridge University; Irvine (CA); On-site; USD 110,000 - 170,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental &amp

Retirement Plan (401(k))

Paid Time Off

Life Insurance

Family Leave

Job summary

Stanbridge University in Irvine, CA seeks an experienced Director of Clinical Education to lead the PTA program's clinical education component and strengthen partnerships with clinical sites. You will develop, implement, and continuously improve placement processes, assessments, and documentation to support student learning and compliance.

The role requires collaboration with faculty, Site Coordinators of Clinical Education, and clinical partners to ensure sequencing and readiness for

Qualifications

• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant education program.
• Current, active California PT or PTA license, or eligibility to obtain California licensure prior to employment.
• Experience coordinating clinical education programs and partnerships.

Responsibilities

• Lead clinical education activities within the PTA program.
• Develop and revise the clinical education component of the curriculum in collaboration with the Program Director and faculty.
• Coordinate student placements and site requirements.
• Ensure CAPTE compliance and accreditation readiness.
• Collaborate with the PTA Program Director and clinical partners to support student success.

Skills

Organizational skills

Interpersonal skills

Written and verbal communication

Relationship management

Counseling and problem-solving

Education

Master’s degree

Doctoral/terminal degree (preferred)

CA PT/PTA license

Three years post-licensure clinical practice

Two years SCCE/CI or PTA program experience

Job description

Stanbridge University in Irvine, CA seeks an experienced Director of Clinical Education to lead the PTA program's clinical education component and strengthen partnerships with clinical sites. You will develop, implement, and continuously improve placement processes, assessments, and documentation to support student learning and compliance.

The role requires collaboration with faculty, Site Coordinators of Clinical Education, and clinical partners to ensure sequencing and readiness for