Director of Clinical Education/Faculty
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Job no: 492842
Work type: FT
Location: West Des Moines
Categories: Faculty
At DMU you will make a meaningful contribution to the dynamic future of Medicine and Health Sciences. DMU is seeking a Director of Clinical Education/Faculty. Engage in teaching, service, and scholarly activities. Primary responsibility will be to plan, coordinate, facilitate, administer, and monitor the clinical education program and activities.
What you’ll do:
- Develop criteria, establish and maintain an adequate number and quality clinical education sites to meet student, curricular, and program needs.
- Develop and maintain the clinical education curriculum, including assessment, in alignment with the didactic curriculum.
- Determine student placement assignments, and provide supervision, and communication with students and clinical education sites prior to and during clinical experiences. Arrange for and complete periodic site visits.
- Monitor progress and assess and document student performance, to assist with educational planning, behavior/performance modification, and remedial education as it relates to clinical education.
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What we’re looking for:
- Must be a licensed physical therapist and have or be willing to attain a doctoral degree.
- Minimum of 3 years of clinical teaching and/or clinical coordination experience.
- Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.
- Must be able to travel both within the State of Iowa and nationally. Valid Iowa driver's license and proof of insurance required. Must provide own dependable transportation for in-state travel.
- APTA Credentialed Clinical Instructor preferred.
- Must possess or be eligible for licensure as a physical therapist in Iowa and maintain an active physical therapy license in Iowa.
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*To see the full job description go to Position Description at the bottom of this posting.
Total Rewards:
Our employees are what make DMU special, so we treat them well! Our Total Rewards reflect this commitment. Qualified faculty and staff enjoy a generous employer contribution towards the medical plan, 10% retirement match, flexible work arrangements, community service time, tuition assistance, professional development funding, and access to wellness facilities with programs that promote a well-balanced lifestyle. Visit www.dmu.edu/employment to learn more about our benefits.
About:
Founded in 1898, Des Moines University is a premier medical and health sciences institution comprising three colleges– College of Osteopathic Medicine, College of Podiatric Medicine and Surgery, and College of Health Sciences – offering ten graduate degree programs.
In 2023 Des Moines University (DMU) relocated to a new 88-acre campus in West Des Moines, Iowa. This state-of-the-art campus includes technology-rich, flexible education spaces that support innovative teaching methods and connect faculty and students across all of our programs. Our new research facilities include a vibrant and spacious open laboratory, designed to foster collaboration and innovation.
Required Documents:
Resume, cover letter, and contact information for three professional references required at time of online submission. Apply at www.dmu.edu/employment.
Department: Department of Physical Therapy
Status: Exempt
Work Schedule: Monday thru Friday 8:00 AM – 4:30 PM
Advertised: Central Daylight Time
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