Lecturer Semester

Position Overview

The primary responsibility of this position is to serve as lead instructor for the clinical laboratory skills in pediatric physical therapy practice, PHYSTHR 8430.

• Track: This is an associated faculty position, non-tenure.
• Rank: Lecturer
• Language Requirements: English
• Sponsorship not offered

Performance Objectives

• Plan the schedule and learning activities for PHYYSTHR 8430 to help teach students pediatric clinical practice skills in physical therapy in consultation with the faculty director of the pediatric physical therapy curriculum (Dr. Jill Heathcock)
• Attend class and lead all assistant instructors in the PHYSTHR 8430 to ensure a coordinated learning experience for students
• Arrange for children/parent volunteers in the course as needed to provide realistic learning experiences
• Cooperate with all instructors who teach PHYSTHR courses in pediatrics during summer term to ensure a coordinated curriculum under the leadership of the pediatric physical therapy curriculum (Dr. Jill Heathcock)
• Conduct and supervise the grading of written work and clinical skills performance in the course.
• Manage the Carmen Canvas site for this course

Term

• This is a term position including approximately 12.5 hours per week of effort, with class on Wednesday and Thursday Mornings, and the remainder of the time associated with course prep and management.
• The course begins June 17, 2024 and concludes July 31, 2024. This term begins June 1 to account for time required to prepare the course as lead instructor. Employment is limited to the months of June and July.

Education and Experience Requirements

Required: Doctoral Degree in Physical Therapy

Required: Physical Therapist License in Ohio; 3-5 yrs experience in pediatric physical therapy practice; Experience teaching in a CAPTE-accredited PT program.

Desired: ABPTRFE Certified Specialist in Pediatric Physical Therapy. Demonstrated ability to (a) create welcoming and inclusive environment for all learners, (b) promote diversity of thought, and (c) promote open-minded exploration

How to Apply

To be considered, please submit your application electronically via Workday [insert link to posting for advertisements]. Application materials must include:

Required:

Cover letter. Please include a summary of your CV that highlights your key accomplishments, skills, and qualifications that match the job posting. Curriculum Vita (CV) Statement of Teaching and Mentoring. Please include the impact and influence of your scholarship and disciplinary context on your teaching. Include the teaching goals you have for yourself and for your students and how your teaching enacts these beliefs and goals.

The School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences in the College of Medicine

The School of Health and Rehabilitation Sciences at The Ohio State University is a nationally recognized leader in the education of health and providers in the areas of athletic training, health information management, medical dietetics, medical laboratory science, occupational therapy, physical therapy, respiratory therapy, and radiologic sciences and therapy. Graduates of these programs are leaders in their fields who use their knowledge of advanced techniques and technology to deliver quality patient care.

Division of Physical Therapy

The Doctorate of Physical Therapy program at Ohio State is committed to educating excellent new doctors of physical therapy who will embrace our mission throughout their career, to advance the profession of physical therapy through excellence in education, research and scholarship, leadership, and service. Our program is among the best in the nation, ranked in the top 10 in the USNWR rankings since 2016. The program values evidenced based practice approaches and creates multiple opportunities for integrated clinical practice experiences throughout the program along with intermediate full time clinical education experiences in the first and second year. Graduates from the Doctorate of Physical Therapy program are equipped to diagnose and manage movement dysfunction as it relates to the restoration, maintenance, and promotion of optimal physical function and the health and well-being of individuals, families, and communities. The program graduate must demonstrate 1) mastery of the professions theoretical and scientific foundations, 2) the clinical skills required to manage a comprehensive plan of care for their patients, and 3) the professional behaviors necessary to advance the profession and develop as physical therapists. Graduates learn to understand teaching styles and communication. The program promotes collaborative, multi-disciplinary approaches for optimal patient care, and a commitment to promoting health across diverse demographics.

The University

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