Jill Danielle Jumper

Dr. Jill Jumper currently serves as the Program Director in the Hardin-Simmons University Doctor of Physical Therapy program. Dr. Jumper originally taught in a physical therapist assistant program as Director of Clinical Education (DCE) and then transitioned to the HSU Doctor of Physical Therapy program where she has served as faculty, DCE, and now, Program Director. She has been a licensed physical therapist for 22 years and is a Board-Certified Clinical Specialist in Geriatric Physical Therapy. Dr. Jumper has earned a Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education from Abilene Christian University, a Doctorate in Physical Therapy from Hardin-Simmons University, and finally, a Doctor of Philosophy from Texas Woman’s University. Dr. Jumper has worked in many settings as a physical therapist including outpatient orthopedics, skilled nursing, acute care, and home health. Her research focus is on physical therapist education and improved treatments for people with Parkinson’s Disease.