Assistant/Associate Clinical Professor and Director of Physical Therapy Services

Drexel University • Philadelphia, PA • 1d ago

Assistant/Associate Clinical Professor and Director of Physical Therapy Services Apply now Job no: 505861 Work @type: Full-Time Location: University City - Philadelphia, PA Categories: College of Nursing and Health Professions

Job Summary As a core faculty member in the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program, this individual will teach in the DPT curriculum and serve as Director of Drexel University Physical Therapy Services. This leadership role includes overseeing and expanding clinical practice opportunities, enhancing integrated clinical experiences for DPT students, and supporting innovative, evidence-based models of care. The position requires a dynamic clinician with interest and expertise in clinical administration, DPT and physical therapy residency education, and a progressive, results-driven approach to physical therapy practice. Responsibilities include participating in admissions interviews, advising and supporting DPT students, maintaining a scholarly agenda that meets accreditation requirements, contributing to curriculum review, and providing service to the department, college, and university. Opportunities for teaching in other college or university programs, as well as clinical practice with Drexel University Physical Therapy Services, are available. Faculty responsibilities are governed by Drexel University's non-tenure track faculty policy and the workload policies of the College of Nursing & Health Professions. All faculty are expected to maintain active physical therapy licensure in Pennsylvania and membership in the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA). Essential Functions As a core faculty member in the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program, this individual will teach in the DPT curriculum and serve as Director of Drexel University Physical Therapy Services. This leadership role includes overseeing and expanding clinical practice opportunities, enhancing integrated clinical experiences for DPT students, and supporting innovative, evidence-based models of care. Responsibilities include participating in admissions interviews, advising and supporting DPT students, maintaining a scholarly agenda that meets accreditation requirements, contributing to curriculum review, and providing service to the department, college, and university. Other duties as assigned Required Qualifications Minimum of a PhD or Doctorate in Physical Therapy, Rehab Sciences. Minimum of 5 years of experience in physical therapy clinical practice or education. Physical therapy direct access licensure in the State of Pennsylvania or eligibility Commitment to excellence in physical therapy teaching and education Evidence of leadership, teamwork, and innovative thinking. Experience or interest in managing and growing physical therapy practice. An entrepreneurial, results-driven business mindset. An evidence-informed focus and growth mindset Strong communication skills and evidence of productivity working with teams of people Commitment to the mission, vision, values, and direction of the PTRS department, College of Nursing & Health Professions, and Drexel University APTA membership or willingness to become a member of the APTA on hire Preferred Qualifications Teaching experience in a Doctor of Physical Therapy program An understanding of insurance and credentialling procedures. Expertise that complements the PTRS faculty and faculty in the CNHP/Drexel University Post-professional degree or interest in obtaining one (i.e., PhD, EdD, DHSc, DSc, ScD) and/or board certification in a physical therapy specialty Content expertise in orthopedics, sports medicine, anatomy, diagnostic imaging, exercise science, and population health. Board certification in a physical therapy specialty Engaged or interested in becoming actively engaged in the APTA and its academies Physical Demands Typically sitting at a desk/table Typically standing, walking Typically bending, crouching, stooping Typically running,climbing Lifting demands 25lbs Lifting demands >50lbs Lifting demands 50bs Location University City - Philadelphia, PA Additional Information This is a Full-Time Faculty position classified as Exempt. The offered salary is based on the successful candidate's qualifications and experience, department budget, and an internal equity review. For information about benefits, please review Drexel's Full-Time Faculty Benefit Fact Sheet or Part-Time Faculty Benefit Fact Sheet. Special Instructions to the Applicant Please make sure you upload your CV/resume and cover letter when submitting your application. A review of applicants will begin once a suitable candidate pool is identified. Advertised: Oct 6 2025 Eastern Daylight Time Applications close: Jan 6 2026 Eastern Standard Time Back to search results Apply now Refer a friend

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