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Description

The School of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training houses the Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) and Master of Science in Athletic Training (MSAT) programs. The Director of the School of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training is the chief academic officer for these programs, and also serves as the DPT Program Director. The Director reports to the Vice Provost and Executive Dean of the College of Health Professions, is a member of the College of Health Professions Deans and Directors Council, and serves on University committees. The Director provides leadership and administration for the School, supports the mission of the School and DPT and MSAT programs, promotes a positive and respectful environment for students, faculty and staff, and represents the School in the College, the University, the community, and the profession. The Director is responsible for providing guidance in the development of long-range programmatic planning, goals, and objectives.  

 

Responsibilities

• Provide vision and leadership for the School of Physical Therapy and Athletic Training


• Foster a community of inclusion in all aspects of departmental functions, including instruction, service, scholarship, advising, administrative work and collaboration with students


• Develop strong relationships with internal and external parties to promote the DPT and MSAT programs and to support the mission of the School


• Actively pursue external opportunities for funding, facilities, and research


• Prepare, manage, and administer program budgets and advocate for economic support


• Ensure compliance with institutional policies and accreditation standards


• Facilitate the faculty in long-range planning and program development


• Guide the faculty in outcomes assessment and curriculum review


• Contribute to recruitment, supervision, and evaluation of faculty and staff


• Recruit, supervise, and evaluate administrative personnel


• Implement standards for student performance and advancement


• Coordinate fundraising activities in support of programmatic goals 


• Represent the School in the University’s administrative structure


• Represent the School on local, state, and national levels within the professions and the community