Director of Clinical Education - Doctor of Physical Therapy Program

OKLAHOMA BAPTIST UNIVERSITY - SHAWNEE, OKLAHOMA

Address of Job Location: 500 W University St, Shawnee, OK 74804

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Job Summary:
The Director of Clinical Education (DCE) is responsible for working with the program
director, clinical faculty and staff, and Evidence in Motion staff to ensure that all PT
students receive a quality clinical education, in compliance with CAPTE standards. The
DCE holds a faculty appointment and has administrative, academic, service, and
scholarship responsibilities consistent with the mission and philosophy of the academic
program. This individual demonstrates competence in clinical education, teaching, and
curriculum development.

Job Responsibilities:
• Developing, monitoring, and refining the clinical education component of the curriculum
• Facilitating quality learning experiences for students during clinical education
• Evaluating students' performance, in cooperation with other faculty, to determine their ability
to integrate didactic and clinical learning experiences to progress within the curriculum
• Educating students, clinical and academic faculty about clinical education
• Selecting clinical learning environments that demonstrate characteristics of sound
patient/client management, ethical and professional behavior, and currency with physical
therapy practice
• Maximizing available resources for the clinical education program
• Providing documented records and assessment of the clinical education component
(includes clinical education sites, clinical educators, etc.)
• Actively engaging core faculty in clinical education planning, implementation, and
assessment
Other Duties:
• Teaching, evaluating, and advising students throughout didactic and clinical phases of the
program
• Coordinating remedial instruction for students when needed
• Participating in PT Program Committees as assigned by the Program Director
• Attending and assisting in labs, simulation activities, practical exams, throughout the
program
• Advising students on academic progress and research projects as needed
• Assisting with recruitment and selection of applicants for program admission
• Participating in program self-assessment and document preparation for CAPTE accreditation
• Engaging in service, community, and campus relations, and scholarly activities appropriate to
the role of Clinical Director and PT faculty
• Performing other duties as requested by the Program Director to support the PT program, the
faculty and staff, and the students
• Ensure integration of faith into curriculum, mentoring students in their own journey to
incorporate their worldview with their role as a PT

Job Requirements:
• Earned terminal academic doctorate in a discipline appropriate for teaching
responsibilities or Doctor of Physical Therapy degree (or tDPT)
• Licensed or eligible for licensure in Oklahoma
• 3 or more years clinical experience
• Prior experience as a Clinical Instructor
• Strong computer skills and adaptability in learning new software/online platforms
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills, including the ability to build
successful relationships with students and faculty
• Strong interpersonal skills with students, program faculty and staff, and clinical staff
• Excellent critical thinking, conflict resolution, and decision-making skills
• Superior organization skills
• Ability to confidently interact as a leader, team member, and collaborative contributor
with other departments
• Ability to manage multiple tasks and priorities and successfully meet deadlines
Preferred Qualifications:
• ABPTS specialization in a discipline appropriate for teaching responsibilities or
certification credentials appropriate for his/her teaching responsibilities
• Record of scholarship, academic teaching experience and effectiveness, and essential
interprofessional skills
• Experience in PT classroom teaching and PT education administration preferred
• Completed APTA Credentialed Clinical Instructor Program Level 1 or 2 coursework
Setting and Special Requirements:
• Remote 1.0 FTE faculty position, rank commensurate with experience
• Some on-campus presence is required, especially during intensive on-campus
components of the program and to meet leadership expectations
• Must be a member of a local evangelical* Christian church. *Evangelical is a broad term
referring to segment within Christianity which maintains the authority of the Bible and
the belief in salvation by faith in Jesus alone.
• **Please apply using the link for Faculty Applications on the OBU website.

Expiration Date of Job Posting: January 01, 2026