Asst./Associate/Full Professor (Open Ranks) - Western University of Health Sciences

Company/Organization: Western University of Health Sciences
Location: Lebanon, OR
Website: http://www.westernu.edu

Item/Job/Service Description 

As you take your first step onto a Western University of Health Sciences campus, each path, each person, each structure comes with a transformative story. WesternU is more than the practice of medicine. We are defined by character and culture. At WesternU, you will discover humanism at the heart of every interaction: a warm welcome, a sincere smile, a positive word, a kind deed, a thoughtful gesture. You will see students work together on case studies; a parade of pets in campus parks; student clubs offering opportunities for career growth and community involvement; and faculty, staff and students designing their future and the future of WesternU. We display a collaborative mindset in how we operate, educate, and serve others. Although, geographically, we are two campuses - as humanists, we are one: to enhance and extend the quality of life in our communities and achieve excellence in everything we do. We attract diverse, professional faculty, staff and students that thrive in an environment of humanistic health care education. Join our team of faculty and staff and make a difference.

Assistant/Associate/Full Professor (Open Ranks) Position Control Number F02386

Type of Position 

Faculty Position Status Full-time Campus. Western University Campus-Lebanon, OR Position Location Oregon Department. 16041-DPT- Doctor of Phys. Therapy-Oregon

Job Summary

Prepare and administer a curriculum that will develop students into empathetic, competent, dynamic physical therapists as life-long learners Knowledge,

Skills and Abilities

Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

1. Knowledge of contemporary physical therapy practice.
2. Good verbal and written communication skills. Must be able to effectively interact with health care professionals and patients. Bilingual helpful.
3. Ability to accurately examine the knowledge and clinical skills attained by the students.
4. Knowledge of instructional and organizational methodologies

Required Qualifications Education:

· An entry-level doctoral degree from an accredited physical therapy program.

· Preference given to those with an academic Doctoral degree (e.g. PhD, EdD). All but dissertation (ABD) candidates will also be considered.

Experience:

The college is seeking an optimal match between individual qualifications and assessed ability to contribute to the College’s mission. All qualified candidates will be considered. Rank (Instructor/Assistant Professor/Associate Professor/Full Professor) will be determined based on the College of Health Sciences’ Faculty Guidelines.

Preferred Qualifications

• Eligibility for licensure in the state of Oregon.

• Expertise in pediatric physical therapy / Anatomy / Physiology

• Curriculum development experience in a CAPTE-accredited physical therapy program.

• Professional association membership with evidence of advocacy for physical therapy profession.

Essential Job Duties Key Responsibilities

Teaching in the classroom and/or laboratory. Provide the highest quality of teaching with the most current content information possible. Provide the highest quality of clinical supervision. Maintain and promote high standards of intellectual integrity. Provide a syllabus at the beginning of each course to guide the student in planning. Maintain records of student grades and progress. Prepare examinations that assess the student’s accomplishment of lecture and laboratory objectives.

Key Responsibilities

Communication

Be open to interaction with students in class and available through office hours at least two (2) hours per week when students are not scheduled to be in class. Be willing to schedule further time as needed by the student. Be a mentor to the students. Exhibit teamwork and cooperation within the department and other departments within the University. Interact appropriately within the department and University with all levels of administration and support staff, from President to Security Guard. Be timely and accurate in all communications. 

Scholarship and Research

Participate in grant proposals, scholarly publications or oral/poster presentations. Conduct research individually or in collaboration with University faculty and/or community clinicians. Maintain current knowledge in the profession by conference and seminar attendance, as well as by research and teaching. 

Service

Serve on Departmental, College, and University committees. Become involved in elected, appointed and/or volunteer American Physical Therapy Association or other professional activities. Participate in community service activities. 

Clinical Practice of Physical Therapy/Professional Development

Maintain skill levels and acknowledge by clinical practice or continuing education. Align to CAHP expectations and maintain compliance with CAPTE standards, policies and procedures. Special projects as assigned from year to year. May be required to be a committee chair. May guest lecture for other programs in the University. May be required to attend university functions outside normal working hours. Assist other faculty with practical examinations. Provide tutorial classes for students who require remediation.

Posting Details Continued

Work Schedule Full-time M-F 8am-5pm Working at WesternU We believe in making an impact in the lives of our employees, personally, and professionally. Every employee has different individual and/or family needs. We offer benefits that are both comprehensive and flexible to address your unique needs. We believe work-life harmony is positive and achievable. We offer competitive salaries, generous paid time off, insurance plans, reimbursements, and retirement benefits.

Additionally,

• Our faculty, staff, and administrators are 100% focused on student success.

• Our University culture creates the context for a nurturing and supportive environment.

• Faculty, staff, and students can expect to make deep, personal relationships within the University community.

• As a Faculty, Staff, or Student at WesternU, you can focus on work that you love, be your authentic self, and lead to the future with innovation in health sciences.

• WesternU’s core value of humanism encourages all to bring their whole self in all that they do.

• We are committed to fostering a culture of respect, equity, collaboration, and fun at all levels for all people!

Expected Pay Scale

Minimum $100,000.00 Maximum $140,000.00

Physical Demands 

Do the essential functions of this job require lifting? Yes

If yes, list maximum weight and duration

The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by any employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. Resonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is frequently required to use hands to operate a PC in the performance of job duties, and talk or hear. The employee is regularly required to sit, and reach with hands and arms, and occasionally required to stand, walk, stoop, and smell. The employee must occasionally lift and/or move up to 10 pounds. Specific vision abilities required by this job include close, distance, and peripheral vision, depth perception and the ability to focus.

Describe Work Environment

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those an employee encounters while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be available to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. Duties are normally performed in a typical office setting. The noise level in this setting is typically low to moderate.

Posting Information Posting Number F00657

Posting Date: 01/30/2024 Close Date: Open Until Filled

Conditions of Employment 

Background Check To secure employment, successful fulfillment of a background check, including a criminal records check, may be required. Western University of Health Sciences will extend a conditional offer of employment, subject to rescission if the background check unveils disqualifying information or if it is found that the candidate deliberately withheld or misrepresented information. Non-completion of the background check to satisfaction may impact the ongoing employment of a current Western University of Health Sciences employee who received a conditional offer for the position.

Pay Transparency Act 

 Western University of Health Sciences is required to provide a reasonable estimate of the compensation range for this role. This range considers various factors in making compensation decisions, including but not limited to experience, skills, knowledge, abilities, education, licensure and certifications, and other business and organizational needs. It is not typical for an individual to be offered a salary at or near the top of the range for a position. Salary offers are determined based on final candidate qualifications and experience. The Expected Pay Scale is defined as the budgeted salary or hourly range that the University reasonably expects to pay for this position. Placement within the Expected Pay Scale is determined by internal equity and relevant qualifications.

Equal Opportunity Statement (EEO)

It is the policy of Western University to provide equal employment opportunity to all employees and applicants for employment as required by law without regard to age, race, color, national origin ancestry, citizenship, ethnicity, creed, religion or religious creed, sex or gender (including gender identity), marital status, sexual orientation, disability (both physical and mental) including HIV and AIDS, medical condition (cancer and genetic characteristics), pregnancy (which includes childbirth, breastfeeding and medical conditions related to pregnancy, childbirth or breastfeeding), age, genetic information, military and veteran status, or any other applicable protected characteristic as outlined by federal, state, or local laws.This policy applies to all employment practices within WesternU including without limitation, hiring, recruiting, promotion, termination, layoffs, leave of absence, compensation, benefits, and training. WesternU makes hiring decisions based solely on qualifications, merits, and business needs at the time.

Applicant Required Documents 

Cover Letter Curriculum Vitae Letter of Recommendation #1 Letter of Recommendation #2 Letter of Recommendation #3 Teaching Philosophy Optional Documents Additional Applicant Document Required License/Certification Supplemental Questions Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*). * This position is located in Lebanon, Oregon. Are you willing and able to work from this campus location? Yes No * How did you hear about this employment opportunity? Please provide the name of the website, individual, or organization.