Adjunct Professor, OT
Company: West Coast University
Location: Denton
Posted on: January 18, 2023
Job Description:
SUMMARY: - Reporting directly to the Dean and/or Department
Chair of the program, the Assistant Professor, OT (Graduate)
supports the University in fulfillment of its mission, purpose and
goals. - Provides program-specific expertise and is actively
engaged in relevant department initiatives. Supports University,
Campus, and/or departmental goals in order to assure compliance
with programmatic accreditation and/or licensure, internal
consistency, and graduate outcomes that meet student learning,
workplace and placement expectations. - Provides professional
leadership and support, and serves as an educator, role model,
mentor and facilitator. - Creates an educational environment which
fosters innovation, responsiveness, and accountability. - Focuses
extensively on facilitating student learning associated with
prescribed course and program learning outcomes. - Actively and
substantively participates in assessment of student learning
activities to maximize the potential for students to learn what is
necessary to meet prescribed outcomes. - Vigorously upholds a
culture of academic integrity. - - KNOWLEDGE/EXPERIENCE: -
- 0-4 years of teaching in a University (or College) setting or
previous rank of assistant professor awarded by a regionally
accredited institution. Teaching experience in occupational therapy
courses and initiated research interest focused on evidence-based
clinical research is strongly preferred. -
- Working with online learning management systems to further
engage the student learning process desirable.
- Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite Products,
especially Outlook, Word, PowerPoint and other MS office products
as needed.
- Documented experience or certification(s) in area(s) of
specialization (neuro-rehabilitation, or mental health, or
orthopedic/hand rehabilitation, or pediatrics) required.
- Should provide a documented background in educational
methodology consistent with teaching assignments including but not
limited to education theory and practice, or current concepts
relative to specific subjects he or she will be teaching, or
current clinical practice experience, or distance education
techniques and delivery. -
- Expertise in areas such as adult neurological diseases, mental
health, or research is preferred. - Qualifications/Skills: (Every
effort has been made to identify the essential
skills/qualifications of this position. - However, it in no way
states or implies that these are the only skills/qualifications you
will be required to perform. - The omission of specific statements
of skills/qualifications does not exclude them from the position if
the work is similar, related, or is an essential
skill/qualification of the position.)
- Ability to demonstrate clear criminal background history.
- Ability to demonstrate clinical competency.
- Ability to maintain academic standards.
- Ability to work independently with general supervision.
- Ability to demonstrate a thorough, accurate and practical
knowledge of their field or discipline.
- Ability to interpret and evaluate the theories of their field
or discipline.
- Ability to effectively operate related equipment and machines
for instructional purposes.
- Ability to operate a variety of office equipment and machines
such as computer terminal, calculator and copier.
- Ability to engage in data entry via a computer.
- Ability to manage and work effectively in a highly ethnic and
culturally diverse student and associate community.
- Ability to use effective communication skills, both oral and
written, including presentations and effective listening
skills.
- Ability to communicate effectively before groups, committees,
and in meetings.
- Ability to effectively use interpersonal skills, follow through
with duties, provide attention to detail, and demonstrate the
ability to motivate others.
- Ability to use creative facilitation and conflict resolution
skills to resolve difficult and sensitive issues.
- Ability to demonstrate excellent analytical and organizational
skills.
- Ability to self-direct, self-pace, multi-task and function well
under pressure of deadlines and conflicting priorities in a fast
paced environment.
- Ability to work with individuals at all levels of the
organization.
- Ability to exercise good judgment.
- Ability to interpret rules, regulations, policies and
procedures and assure compliance.
- Ability to work collaboratively and maintain effective working
relationships with others.
- Willingness to work a flexible schedule.
- Ability to travel/drive locally on a weekly, daily and/or on an
as needed basis as well as occasional travel to other campuses or
locations.
- Ability to communicate using bilingual skills is a plus but not
mandatory - EDUCATION: Must provide a documented background in
educational methodology consistent with teaching assignments
including but not limited to education theory and practice, or
current concepts relative to specific subjects he or she will be
teaching, or current clinical practice experience, or distance
education techniques and delivery. Terminal academic doctorate
required (PhD, EdD, DSc) in Occupational Therapy or related field.
- - LICENSES/CERTIFICATIONS: -
- Certified by NBCOT (The National Board for Certification in
Occupational Therapy) -as an OTR (Registered Occupational
Therapist) required.
- Licensed as an Occupational Therapist in the State of
California required.
- Membership with the Occupational Therapy Association of
California (OTAC) required.
- Membership with the American Occupational Therapy Association
required.
- Must meet and maintain the qualifications and standards set
forth by any accreditation body that West Coast University is
accredited by or in process of obtaining accreditation from, for
area of expertise and expectations of faculty member as set forth
in regulatory documents. -
- Must maintain any professional certifications deemed necessary
to meet the requirements of the teaching role.
- Current certification in basic life support procedures
including healthcare provide CPR with an Automated External
Defibrillator.
- Health certifications for an OSHA Category I classified
position (potential for exposure to infectious diseases at work). -
As an essential component of the West Coast University
infection-control program immunizations and tuberculosis clearance
documentation is required in accordance with current CDC and OSHA
recommendations and guidelines for Health-Care Personnel. Below are
health certification details which are subject to change as
required by OSHA and CDC. - Immunizations -- based on the CDC
Recommended Immunizations for Health-Care Personnel (HCP), all HCPs
must submit documentation of immunization to Hepatitis B (series of
three doses with anti-HBs serologic testing 1-2 months after dose
#3), proof of immunity to Hepatitis B, or a signed declination;
Measles, Mumps, Rubella (MMR); Varicella (chickenpox); and Tetanus,
diphtheria, pertussis (booster every 10 years). - - -Highly
recommended -immunizations for the HCP include Influenza (yearly),
Hepatitis A, and Pneumonia. - For some individuals, a titer test
will be indicated vs. vaccinations. - Titer tests showing immunity
to listed pathogens are acceptable. - Titer tests showing a
negative response require appropriate immunizations and follow-up
titers must be completed and submitted. - If one or more of the
listed immunizations are contraindicated, documentation must be
submitted clearly identifying the reason(s). - Clinical laboratory
reports with facility stamp and medical doctor's signature are
required. - Tuberculosis Clearance -- the CDC Guidelines for
Preventing the Transmission of -Mycobacterium tuberculosis -in
Health-Care Settings are intended to protect the HCP and patients.
- The TB screening program consists of two major components: - (1)
baseline single test for -M. tuberculosis -infection and (2) serial
testing/screening for -M. tuberculosis -infection. - The HCP must
have a baseline single test followed by serial skin testing every 6
months. - If the HCP has a baseline positive result or has
previously had a positive result, a chest radiograph must be
completed to exclude a diagnosis of TB disease. - Thereafter, every
6 months the HCP must receive a symptom screen. - Documentation of
positive skin test and negative chest x-ray must be submitted. -
#LI-DL1 #HEJABOUT USFor over 100 years, West Coast University has
been educating and preparing students for professional careers
across our six campuses located in Southern California, Dallas,
Miami, and Online. As part of our unique student-centric approach
to advanced healthcare education you will be empowering future
healthcare professionals. At West Coast University our students are
Ahead of the Curve. Our Mission is to embrace a student-centric
learning partnership that leads to professional success. We deliver
transformational education within a culture of integrity and
personal accountability. Our benefited faculty and associates are
offered a comprehensive benefit package including:
- Health & Wellness
- Financial & Retirement
- Family & Parenting
- Vacation & Time Off
- Perks & Discount
- Professional DevelopmentWest Coast University is proud to be an
equal opportunity employer, and we seek candidates who desire to
work in and serve an ethnically-diverse population.Campus: WCU
Dallas
Function: Faculty
Keywords: West Coast University, Denton , Adjunct Professor, OT, Education / Teaching , Denton, Texas
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