Director of Clinical Education Department of Physical Therapy

Position: Director of Clinical Education for the Department of Physical Therapy
Title:

Director of Clinical Education for the Department of Physical Therapy

Application Review Date: 5/9/2026

Campus

Location:

Roanoke

Work Authorization:
Radford University employs individuals who are legally authorized to work in the United States. Applicants requiring new H-1B visa sponsorship will not be considered.

Job Description

The primary responsibility of the Director of Clinical Education (DCE) is to lead and manage the full-time clinical education (Clinical Experiences I-III) component of the curriculum and to function as a liaison between the didactic and clinical education components of the Physical Therapy Program. The DCE serves as a co-instructor for Foundations of Professional Development in Physical Therapy I-III, which occurs in the semesters preceding Clinical Experiences I-III, and is used to help students manage their pre-clinical and site-specific requirements.

The DCE will also lead a didactic course based on their areas of contemporary expertise.

The term of employment is a 12-month Administrative & Professional Faculty appointment. The successful candidate will hold rank at the Assistant or Associate Professor level depending on qualifications and experience. This is a non-tenure track position.

Required Qualifications

The DCE is a graduate of an accredited physical therapy program and has an earned doctoral degree. Holds an active, unencumbered Physical Therapy license or eligible for licensure in the Commonwealth of Virginia. Has a minimum of three years of full-time post licensure clinical practice. Two years of clinical practice must include experience as a site coordinator of clinical education or clinical instructor in physical therapy, or a minimum of two years of experience in teaching, curriculum development, and administration in a physical therapist education program.

Meets CAPTE criteria for core faculty (4A) and the DCE (4K). Demonstrates strong communication, organization, interpersonal, problem-solving and counseling skills. Proficient with interpreting policies and procedures by analyzing, understanding, and applying rules, regulations, laws and guidelines to ensure compliance and effective decision-making.

Preferred Qualifications:

Earned APTA Credentialed Clinical Instructor.

Completion of Credentialed Clinical Instructor Program Level 2.

APTA Credentialed Clinical Trainer.

Prior experience as a site coordinator of clinical education.

Prior experience teaching students in entry-level health profession program.

Prior experience with developing and implementing policies and procedures.

Prior record of scholarship.

Prior record of service to the profession.

Contemporary expertise in
1) psychosocial elements of illness and disability or
2) health policy and administration.

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants for the position must provide a letter of application that addresses the candidate's interest in the position and qualifications; current resume; copies of academic transcripts; and the names and contact information for three references.

Employment

Conditions:

Radford University is a comprehensive public university of over 7,800 students that has received national recognition for many of its undergraduate and graduate academic programs, as well as its sustainability initiatives. Radford University serves the Commonwealth of Virginia and the nation through a wide range of academic, cultural, human service and research programs. Well known for its strong faculty/student bonds, innovative use of technology in the learning environment and vibrant student life on a beautiful 211-acre American classical campus, Radford University offers students many opportunities to get involved and succeed in and out of the classroom.

The University offers 75 bachelor's degree programs in 47 disciplines and six certificates at the undergraduate level; 27 master's programs in 23 disciplines and five doctoral programs at the graduate level; and 21 post-baccalaureate certificates and one post-master's certificate. A Division I member of the NCAA and Big South Conference, Radford University competes in 16 men's and women's varsity athletics.

With over 200 clubs and organizations, Radford University offers many opportunities for student engagement, leadership development and community service. In addition to robust academic offerings and engaging student experiences on the main campus located in Radford, Virginia, Radford University also offers a clinical-based educational experience for more than 1,000 students living and learning in Roanoke, Virginia as part of Radford University Carilion, a public-private partnership focused on the cutting-edge delivery of health sciences programming, outreach and service.

Is this position Grant Funded:
No

Is this position restricted:
No

Is this position eligible for telework:
No

Hours Per Week: 40

Months per Year: 12

Statement of Economic Interest

Required:

No

FLSA Status:
Exempt

Work Classification:
Administrative & Professional Faculty

Normal

Work Schedule:

8:00 am - 5:00…