Director of Clinical Education- IL- Occupational Therapy

Director of Clinical Education – IL – Occupational Therapy

Midwestern University’s Occupational Therapy Program is currently seeking applicants for the Director of Clinical Education position. This is a full‑time faculty position responsible for the coordination, oversight, and management of fieldwork placements for the OT Program. The faculty rank will be commensurate with experience.

• An earned doctorate in occupational therapy or a related field (or a doctorate in progress with planned completion by 5/31/2026)
• Experience in varied occupational therapy practice (e.g., pediatrics, adult rehabilitation, or mental health practice)
• Illinois licensure as an occupational therapist, or eligibility to secure IL licensure
• At least 5 years of experience as an occupational therapist
• Experience teaching or mentoring students in an academic program
• Previous experience as a fieldwork educator
• Strong organization and interpersonal skills
• Demonstrated commitment to student success and to embracing cultural and social diversity

• Oversee all fieldwork assignments and placements for OT students in a variety of clinical and community‑based settings
• Teach/direct fieldwork courses and additional courses related to areas of expertise
• Ensure the OT Program’s compliance with the fieldwork‑related accreditation requirements as defined by the Accreditation Council for Occupational Therapy Education (ACOTE)
• Oversee, maintain, and archive correspondence with fieldwork placement sites regarding contracts, placements, onboarding requirements, student progress, etc. in collaboration with fieldwork administrative staff
• Advise students regarding their fieldwork performance and oversee remediation plans
• Recruit, develop and secure adequate numbers of high quality, appropriate Level I and Level II placements for all enrolled students
• Train and supervise fieldwork administrative staff as needed to carry out duties
• Develop plans for student fieldwork, in collaboration with the fieldwork sites, to maximize students’ learning and meet the needs of the sites
• Provide direction to the fieldwork educators at fieldwork sites and conduct on‑site visits
• Maintain Occupational Therapy Academic Fieldwork Handbook and online Intranet for fieldwork management and communication
• Evaluate and monitor the quality and effectiveness of fieldwork sites
• Collect and report program evaluation findings to meet ACOTE and University standards
• Regularly participate in fieldwork‑related activities at state and national OT meetings

• Engage in scholarly activities relevant to occupational therapy practice, education, or other areas of interest

• Serve on University, College, and Program committees as assigned
• Serve the profession and society by participation in local or national occupational therapy or other healthcare associations
• Participate in community events relevant to expertise

Midwestern University is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer that does not discriminate against an employee or applicant based upon race; color; religion; creed; national origin or ancestry; ethnicity; sex (including pregnancy); gender (including gender expressions, gender identity; and sexual orientation); marital status; age; disability; citizenship; past, current, or prospective service in the uniformed services; genetic information; or any other protected class, in accord with all federal, state and local laws, and regulation.

Midwestern University complies with the Smoke‑Free Arizona Act (A.R.S. 36‑601.01) and the Smoke‑Free Illinois Act (410 ILCS 82/). Midwestern University complies with the Illinois Equal Pay Act of 2003 and Arizona Equal Pay Acts.