Posting Details

Position Details

Position Type
Non Tenure

Working Title
Visiting Instructor

Classification Title
Visiting Instructor

College/Division
College of Health, Arts & Sciences (HAS)

Department
Physical Therapy

Hiring Unit

Work Location
Klamath Falls

Appointment FTE (%)
100

Position Terms/Mo
9-12

Full/Part time
Full Time

Annual Salary
95,000 - 110,000

Position Summary

Department Summary

Oregon Tech-OHSU physical therapy professionals will be uniquely prepared to practice in rural communities and treat a variety of physical therapy needs. This includes working with diverse patients with a variety of socioeconomic backgrounds and conditions. Having access to high quality PT providers will create a healthier Oregon with more equitable care across the state.

For additional information regarding the DPT Program, please visit: https://www.oit.edu/academics/degrees/doctor-of-physical-therapy

Position Summary

This position is for a 9 to 12-month "Visiting Core" faculty position on the Klamath Falls campus in the College of Health, Arts, and Sciences, Department of Physical Therapy. The OIT/OHSU DPT Program's unique themes include Rural Healthcare, Evidence-Informed Practice, and Emotional Intelligence.

The successful candidate will be part of a core team educating, mentoring, and advising students to cultivate the knowledge, psychomotor skills, and professional behavior required for entry-level clinicians. Core faculty will maintain a mix of teaching, scholarship, service, and clinical activity to maintain licensure, currency in the field, and meet accreditation requirements.

Minimum Requirements

Additional Requirements

• Licensed or eligible for physical therapist licensure in Oregon within 3 months of start
• Academic Doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, DSc, etc.)
• Teaching Expertise and research agenda to meet 2024 CAPTE Standards in an accredited DPT program

Preferred Qualifications

• 3 or more years academic teaching experience
• Experience in assisting with CAPTE accreditation
• Evidence of clinical practice in rural areas
• APTA specialist certification

Application Information

Recruitment Type
External

Application Screening Begins
07/06/2026

Job Posting Close Date

Special Instructions to Applicant

The initial review of applications will begin July 6, 2026. Applications will continue to be accepted after the initial review date until a sufficient applicant pool has been achieved or the position is filled. Therefore, at the discretion of the University, materials received after the initial review date may not receive full consideration.

To apply, upload the following elements to your application:
Required Documents

1. Cover Letter
2. Transcripts (Unofficial)
3. Curriculum Vitae
4. Teaching Philosophy
5. Professional References List

Optional Documents

1. Resume
2. Letter of Recommendation
3. License/Certification
4. Other Document

For additional information, please contact the Office of Human Resources: [email protected]

Background/Pre-Employment Check

Any offer of employment to a successful candidate will be conditioned upon the University's receipt of a satisfactory background check, motor vehicle check, physical abilities check, and/or any other conditions of employment contained in the vacancy announcement.