Director, Physical Therapy Program

Maryville University

• $90K — $120K *
Saint Louis, MO 63129In-Person
Education, Government & Non-Profit
5 - 7 years of experience
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Qualifications

  • Academic doctorate from a regionally accredited institution.
  • 6+ years teaching experience in higher education.
  • 3+ years as core faculty in a CAPTE-accredited program.
  • Experience in academic leadership and program administration.
  • Knowledge of accreditation standards in physical therapy education.

Responsibilities

  • Provide strategic leadership for the Physical Therapy Program.
  • Develop and improve curriculum to meet accreditation and industry standards.
  • Lead program assessment and utilize data for continuous improvement.
  • Act as primary liaison for accreditation agencies and ensure compliance.
  • Recruit, mentor, and evaluate faculty for teaching excellence.
  • Lead student recruitment and retention initiatives.
  • Manage course scheduling, budget, and program resources.

Benefits

  • Opportunities for faculty development and mentorship.
  • Access to a collaborative and innovative academic environment.
  • Engagement with professional organizations in physical therapy.
  • Participation in university committees and initiatives.
Full Job Description
Program Director of Physical Therapy Program
Full-Time Faculty Leadership Position

What You'll Do

Academic & Curriculum Leadership

  • Provide strategic leadership for the Physical Therapy Program.
  • Lead the ongoing review, development, and continuous improvement of curriculum.
  • Ensure curriculum aligns with accreditation requirements, industry trends, and best practices in physical therapy education.
  • Guide curriculum proposals through university governance processes and maintain accurate program documentation.
  • Collaborate with college leadership to support long-term academic planning and program growth.

Program Planning & Assessment

  • Lead program assessment efforts and utilize outcomes data to drive continuous improvement.
  • Monitor student achievement, licensure outcomes, and program effectiveness metrics.
  • Develop and implement strategies that support student success and program excellence.

Accreditation & Compliance

  • Serve as the primary liaison to accreditation agencies and regulatory bodies.
  • Ensure ongoing compliance with all accreditation standards and reporting requirements.
  • Lead accreditation self-studies, site visit preparation, annual reporting, and program review activities.

Faculty Leadership & Development

  • Recruit, hire, onboard, mentor, and evaluate full-time and adjunct faculty.
  • Foster a culture of collaboration, innovation, and continuous professional growth.
  • Provide leadership in faculty development, performance management, and succession planning.
  • Support teaching excellence through observation, coaching, and ongoing feedback.

Student Recruitment, Retention & Success

  • Provide leadership for student recruitment and retention initiatives.
  • Participate in admissions-related activities and recruitment events.
  • Serve as the primary point of contact for program-level academic and professional conduct matters.
  • Oversee recommendations regarding admissions, progression, graduation, and academic standing.

Program Operations & Resource Management

  • Oversee course scheduling, faculty assignments, and instructional resources.
  • Develop annual budget requests and manage program resources effectively.
  • Collaborate with university partners to identify grants, donations, contracts, and other external funding opportunities.
  • Ensure operational decisions support program priorities and institutional goals.

Internal & External Engagement

  • Build and maintain relationships with healthcare organizations, clinical partners, professional associations, and alumni.
  • Collaborate across the Walker College of Health Professions and the broader university community.
  • Represent the program within professional organizations and the physical therapy profession.
  • Serve on college and university committees as assigned.

What We're Looking For

Required Qualifications

  • An academic doctorate degree from a regionally accredited institution.
  • Minimum of six years of teaching experience in higher education.
  • Minimum of three years of full-time experience as core faculty in a CAPTE-accredited entry-level physical therapist education program.
  • Demonstrated experience in academic leadership, curriculum development, and program administration.
  • Knowledge of current issues, trends, and accreditation standards within physical therapy education.
  • Ability to teach within the Physical Therapy curriculum and area of expertise.

Preferred Qualifications

  • Prior experience serving as a Program Director, Associate Program Director, Department Chair, or similar academic leadership role.
  • Experience leading accreditation activities, self-studies, and site visits.
  • Experience managing budgets, personnel, and strategic initiatives.
  • Established professional network within the physical therapy profession.
  • Record of scholarship, service, and professional engagement.

Key Competencies

  • Strategic leadership and decision-making
  • Faculty mentoring and development
  • Accreditation and regulatory compliance
  • Curriculum design and assessment
  • Budget and resource management
  • Relationship building and collaboration
  • Strong written and verbal communication skills
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