Entry Level Physical Therapist Jobs in Rochester, NY

University of Rochester: Office of the Provost: University of Rochester Medical Center: School of Nursing and Health Sciences: SON DPT Faculty

Salary Range or Pay Grade

$90,000 - $115,000

Description

The University of Rochester Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) Program, housed in the School of Nursing, invites applications for an Assistant Professor (tenure track) position. Candidates must hold a current physical therapy license and demonstrate a research interest in musculoskeletal-related physical therapy practice. The successful candidate will play a central role in advancing the research agenda at the University of Rochester's emerging DPT academic program - an exceptional opportunity to contribute to orthopedic rehabilitation research, education, and practice at a major academic medical center.

All DPT faculty are aligned with collaborators across the University of Rochester Medical Center to "Learn, Discover, Heal, Create-and Make the World Ever Better." The DPT clinical faculty are expected to demonstrate teaching excellence, develop an ongoing scholarship agenda, and serve on department and school committees. Faculty are encouraged to maintain clinical practice expertise through joint appointments and establish research collaborations with the University of Rochester clinical enterprise. Successful candidates will be part of a collaborative, solution-focused team of faculty and staff supporting the tripartite mission of excellence in physical therapy education, research, and practice.

The University of Rochester Doctor of Physical Therapy Program (UR DPT) is a 2.5-year, post-baccalaureate, residential program that qualifies graduates to sit for the National Physical Therapy Licensing Exam (NPTE) and prepares graduates for generalist physical therapy practice. The UR DPT program trains physical therapists to serve patient needs across the lifespan, through person-centered, competency-based instruction across a broad spectrum of medical settings and specialty areas. The UR DPT program teaches the essential content knowledge, procedural skill and clinical reasoning necessary to utilize physical modalities and movement to address problems associated with cardiology, pulmonology, orthopedics, neurology, oncology, and wound management. Evidence-based, population health, and leadership-focused training prepares graduates to provide care across the life span. Special populations included in training are pediatrics, geriatrics, women's health, and sports. The UR DPT rapidly adopts innovations in care and translates these innovations into entry-level training.

Specific Responsibilities

• Teach didactic and clinical courses in the DPT program and other SON or University of Rochester Medical School programs per faculty workload agreements.

• Participate in program faculty meetings, faculty development opportunities, and faculty committees as needed or selected.

• Develop course materials and assessment practices that provide feedback on student progress toward entry-level competency in physical therapy (which may include assisting in student clinical assessments; evaluation/grading of assignments, exams, and experiential learning activities).

• Hold regular meetings with students regarding meeting or exceeding entry-level competencies and professional behaviors.

• Develop and execute an annual faculty scholarship plan that is within the scope and expertise of the faculty and fits with the university and DPT program mission.

• Develop and execute an annual faculty development plan to incorporate new learning strategies/theories, emerging technologies, and changes in physical therapy practice into entry-level education.

• Individually and collectively, work with DPT faculty and staff to ensure learning activities and assessments meet accreditation standards for entry-level education.

• Maintain research activity consistent with the School of Nursing criteria for achieving tenure and promotion for a tenure-track faculty appointment.

• Acquire and sustain external funding supporting research

• Disseminate research findings with PT scholars and providers

• Engage in the transfer of research findings into clinical practice

Qualifications

Education & Licensure

• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) degree required

• Post-entry level degree (EdD, PhD, or equivalent)

• Current, active physical therapy license

• Minimum 3 years full-time post-licensure clinical practice

• Demonstrated academic teaching expertise that meets curricular needs preferred

• Evidence of scholarly activity preferred

Experience Requirements

• Sufficient clinical experience to document "contemporary expertise" in core faculty domain.

• Candidates may demonstrate through one or more of the following

§ Education, including post-professional academic work, residency, fellowship, and continuing education.

§ Clinical expertise directly related to teaching areas, such as certification as a clinical specialist, residency, or fellowship.

§ Scholarship (publications, grant activities, and presentations) related to teaching areas.

§ Involvement in consultation and service related to teaching areas.

§ Course materials that reflect the level and scope of contemporary knowledge and skills.

§ Independent study and evidence-based review resulting in in-depth knowledge of the subject matter.

§ Formal mentoring in specified practice area.

Preferred Qualifications

· Clinical Specialization (APTA Board certification or equivalent) in a physical therapy or related field.

· Evidence of scholarly productivity supporting physical therapy clinical practice or education (e.g., publications).

· Experience competing for internal/external grant awards.

· A commitment to interdisciplinary approaches to care.

· Rank and salary are commensurate with the University of Rochester School of Nursing criteria for Tenure and Promotion for a tenure-track professor.

· Evidence of strong communication skills.

· Prior academic teaching experience in DPT entry-level residential and/or online learning activities are strongly preferred.

Technical Skills

• Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook)

• Specialized computer programs necessary for contemporary area of practice. Exemplar technical skills include: Statistical software, cardiopulmonary assessment, neurosensory testing, movement analysis, etc.

Professional Competencies

• Exceptional written and verbal communication skills

• Strong organizational abilities with attention to detail

• Ability to multitask and manage frequent interruptions

• Sound professional judgment and critical thinking skills

• Ability to work independently with minimal supervision

• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and FERPA compliance

• Effective negotiation and presentation skills

Application Instructions

The referenced pay range represents the full base range of pay for this position. Individual salaries will be determined within the job's salary range and established based on market data, experience, expertise of the individual, and internal equity considerations.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

EOE, including disability/protected veterans

The University of Rochester is committed to fostering, cultivating, and preserving an inclusive and welcoming culture to advance the University's Mission to Learn, Discover, Heal, Create - and Make the World Ever Better. In support of our values and those of our society, the University is committed to not discriminating on the basis of age, color, disability, ethnicity, gender identity or expression, genetic information, marital status, military/veteran status, national origin, race, religion/creed, sex, sexual orientation, citizenship status, or any other characteristic protected by federal, state, or local law (Protected Classes). This commitment extends to non-discrimination in the administration of our policies, admissions, employment, access, and recruitment of candidates for all persons consistent with our values and based on applicable law.