Director of Clinical Education, Doctor of Physical Therapy Program
Overview
PLNU seeks a Director of Clinical Education to lead the development of a CAPTE‑ready, student‑centered clinical education model for its emerging Doctor of Physical Therapy program. The role drives curriculum alignment, partnership cultivation, and student readiness while embodying PLNU’s mission of whole‑person care and community engagement.
What You'll Do9
- 1Lead the planning, development, coordination, implementation, and evaluation of integrated and full‑time clinical education experiences aligned with program outcomes and CAPTE expectations.
- 2Recruit, develop, evaluate, and maintain a diverse network of clinical education sites across varied practice settings and patient populations.
- 3Collaborate with faculty to create policies, readiness standards, and assessment systems that support competency‑based learning.
- 4Guide students through clinical readiness, placement, and progression, providing mentorship, coaching, and remediation as needed.
- 5Support Clinical Instructors and site coordinators in delivering high‑quality supervision and assessment of student performance.
- 6Collect, analyze, and apply clinical education data to drive accreditation readiness, program improvement, and continuous quality enhancement.
- 7Develop and sustain clinical partnerships that foster mutual accountability, educational quality, and community impact.
- 8Contribute to teaching, scholarship, and service by designing courses, publishing research, and engaging in professional organizations.
- 9Ensure compliance with accreditation standards, licensure requirements, and institutional policies.
Requirements9
- 1Doctor of Physical Therapy degree or equivalent doctoral preparation; active physical therapist licensure in California and eligibility to practice in the state.
- 2Minimum three years of full‑time post‑licensure clinical practice as a physical therapist.
- 3Minimum two years of experience as a Clinical Instructor, Site Coordinator of Clinical Education, or similar educational leadership role.
- 4Proven understanding of clinical education best practices, including site development, student placement, and assessment.
- 5Familiarity with CAPTE standards and accreditation processes for clinical education programs.
- 6Demonstrated ability to build and manage clinical partnerships that enhance student learning and professional growth.
- 7Commitment to PLNU’s mission of whole‑person care, ethical practice, and community service.
- 8Evidence of strong communication, organizational, and relationship‑building skills.
- 9Personal evidence of Christian faith and alignment with PLNU’s Community Life Covenant.
Salary Insight
$113 - $149k per year
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