Program Director - Physical Therapy Assistant

About the role

The Program Director - Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA-Program Director) is a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant who leads the PTA education program. They are responsible for ensuring the program meets accreditation standards, manages the curriculum, and oversees student and faculty performance.

Responsibilities

• Adhere to CAPTE standards for new program development
• Develop and submit accreditation submission materials
• Teach up to 10 contact hours per semester in the classroom
• Ensure classroom and laboratory environments are safe and conducive to learning
• Select, supervise, and evaluate PTA faculty
• Plan and monitor the programmatic budget
• Communicate with CAPTE to submit necessary reports and fees
• Evaluate faculty and report findings to the Associate Dean and Campus Director
• Oversee the selection of clinical sites and coordination of instruction
• Motivate and advise students and staff
• Maintain student and faculty files
• Monitor program quality and performance
• Participate in faculty meetings, orientation, and graduation exercises
• Schedule and hold periodic staff meetings
• Ensure all educational activities are conducted legally and ethically

Requirements

• A minimum of a master’s degree
• A current license to practice as a PT or PTA, or eligibility for licensure
• A minimum of five years (or equivalent) full-time, post-licensure experience with a minimum of three years (or equivalent) of full-time clinical experience
• A minimum of two years of experience in administration/management
• A minimum of two years of experience in educational theory and methodology, instructional design, student evaluation, and outcome assessment
• Nine college credits of coursework in educational foundations (or the equivalent)
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills
• Passion for education, energy, and organizational skills for multi-tasking
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook

Qualifications

• Demonstrated understanding of education and contemporary clinical practice appropriate for leadership in PTA education
• Doctoral degree as a physical therapist (DPT) preferred
• Member of the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) with documented professional activity
• Strong leadership skills

Benefits

• Medical, Dental, and Vision insurance starting the first of the month following 30 days of employment
• 2 weeks’ vacation per year, increasing based on years of service with the company
• 12 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
• 401k with company match
• Company-paid life insurance at 1x your annual salary
• Leadership development and training for career advancement
• Tuition assistance and forgiveness for you and your family up to 100% depending on the program