COMPLETE UNIV – Faculty - Open Rank - Program Director - College of Health Professions, Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, Hybrid-Format Program Division of Occupational Therapy - Charleston

Job Description Summary

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) College of Health Professions (CHP) invites applications for the Hybrid-format OTD Program Director of the Division of Occupational Therapy position.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Faculty

Cost Center

CC005157 CHP - OT Hybrid

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-00

Pay Range

$0 - $0 - $0

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

The Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC) College of Health Professions (CHP) invites applications for the Hybrid-format OTD Program Director of the Division of Occupational Therapy position. The Division of Occupational Therapy (OT) has an entry-level Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program, which transitioned from a master’s degree program in 2019. It is one of three Divisions within the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences, including Physical Therapy and Speech-Language Pathology. The OT program has a sustained record of excellence in education, research, leadership, and service. Working in a state-of-the-art teaching facility and a world-class teaching hospital, MUSC students engage in interprofessional groups that mirror the world beyond the classrooms. The OTD program achieved ACOTE accreditation and is ranked 13th in the nation for OT programs by the U.S. News and World Report. The faculty has received numerous accolades for teaching excellence and innovative curricular design at the local, regional, and national levels. Post-professional educational opportunities also exist through a post-professional OTD and a Ph.D. in Health and Rehabilitation Science.

As part of the greater MUSC enterprise, the Division of OT is integral to the state’s only academic health sciences center known for its excellence in interprofessional education. In addition, the College of Health Professions (CHP) is ranked 3rd in the nation in total NIH funding among Schools of Allied Health & Health Professions. OT faculty and students collaborate with a broad range of educators, clinicians, and researchers across the state, and several faculty hold dual appointments in CHP and other MUSC Departments. Through its strong history, outstanding record of educating occupational therapists, and dedication to interprofessional education and research, the Division of OT is poised to enhance the Department’s and College's overall goal of achieving national distinction in education, research, leadership, and service.

The Medical University of South Carolina’s Department of Rehabilitation Sciences invites applications for a full-time, 12-month, non-tenured faculty appointment at a level commensurate with experience and qualifications for the hybrid format of the Occupational Therapy Doctoral (OTD) Program to serve as the Director of the Hybrid-format Program. This eight-semester hybrid OTD program is a blend of online and on-campus activities, which allows the faculty member to live remotely to the Medical University of South Carolina location. However, OTD faculty members must be able to travel and stay in Charleston, SC, for designated periods each semester. The successful candidate is expected to enhance current teaching and mentoring activities within the OTD program, develop a scholarly agenda, and participate in community and professional service appropriate for a university faculty member. The ideal candidate will start in January 2024.

Essential skills:

For this position, the following skills are essential to the role:

• A team-oriented colleague willing and able to collaborate, share instructional methods, and create a hybrid (online and in-person) culture and community for faculty, staff, and students.
• Ability to work with others well through collaboration, organization, communication, and creating systems for program success in the hybrid environment.
• Demonstrate strong interpersonal and leadership skills with the ability to manage and direct a remote faculty and staff team.
• Ability to apply evidence-based teaching, innovation, and technology integration within the classroom to foster a student-centered community within the online classroom.

Candidates for this position must be able to be appointed to the rank of Associate Professor or Professor with a proven track record of leadership, scholarship, graduate student advising/mentoring, and teaching at the Doctoral level. 

In addition, the successful candidate will:

• Have or must be eligible for licensure in South Carolina.
• Have a minimum of six years of previous faculty experience.
• Have a clinical or academic doctorate degree (OTD, PhD, Ed.D., DSc, etc.).
• Have an active scholarly agenda.
• Understand higher education and contemporary clinical practice appropriate for leadership in occupational therapy clinical education;
• Engage in professional activities at local, state, and national levels.

Evidence of leadership experience in an academic setting is preferred. The final rank and salary of the successful candidate will be commensurate with experience.

Job Responsibilities:

MUSC CHP seeks candidates who will support, grow, and advance the Division of OT with a hybrid format within this highly successful and integrated academic, research, and service institution. The Hybrid-format program director is responsible for the oversight and management of the program’s planning, evaluation, budgeting, marketing, student admissions, hybrid faculty recruitment, hybrid faculty development, maintenance of accreditation requirements for the entry-level hybrid program, and communication with the OTD Residential Division Director (who is the “Program Director of Record” to ACOTE). The candidate must be committed to collaborative professional relationships and development strategies within the Division of OT within the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences.

Administrative Responsibilities of the Role

• Establish and maintain the OTD hybrid program accreditation in collaboration and conjunction with the residential OTD program. Responsible for coordinating the Hybrid-format Program’s compliance with all expected standards and rules from the accrediting body and university policy and procedures.
• Collaborate with the Residential OTD program to ensure the Hybrid OTD contemporary curriculum meets accreditation standards and achieves program goals and expected outcomes.
• Provide hybrid faculty and staff mentorship and regular evaluations, including an organized, professional development plan in teaching, research, and service.
• Plan and administrate the hybrid OTD program budget and financial resources to support the current and anticipated program needs, including academic and fieldwork, faculty, facilities, and equipment needs.
• Plan and conduct Hybrid OTD Program faculty meetings.
• Attend and participate in the OTD Division Leadership Meetings to ensure collaboration between the two formats of OTD (residential and hybrid program).
• Recruit faculty for the Hybrid OTD Program.
• Provide recommendations on continued employment and faculty promotion following the MUSC Faculty Handbook.
• Serve on executive, planning, and standing committees as directed by the Department Chair.
• Represent the OTD Division to MUSC, the community, and the occupational therapy profession.
• Attend MUSC activities as designated.
• Other responsibilities as assigned by the Chair and Dean.

Teaching and Education Responsibilities

• The Program Director of the Hybrid OTD Program will teach courses as agreed upon with the Chair and Dean.

About the Medical University of South Carolina

MUSC has served the citizens of South Carolina since 1824 and is the state’s only comprehensive academic health sciences center with a unique charge to serve the state through education, research, and patient care. MUSC educates and trains more than 3,000 students and 700 residents in six colleges (Dental Medicine, Graduate Studies, Health Professions, Medicine, Nursing, and Pharmacy) at the baccalaureate, masters, doctoral, and other professional levels. The teaching staff is comprised of approximately 1,500 faculty members. As the third largest non-federal employer in South Carolina, the university and its affiliates have collective annual budgets of over $3 billion, with an annual economic impact of over $3.8 billion and annual research funding of over $271 million. 

MUSC is committed to providing culturally competent care and ensuring that organizational priorities and goals about equity, inclusion, and excellence are institutionalized, sustained, and measured to “create an inclusive experience for the lives we touch.” For seven years in a row (2017-2023), MUSC has received the Health Professions Higher Education Excellence in Diversity (HEED) Award from INSIGHT in Diversity, the oldest and largest diversity-focused publication in higher education. The organization has also designated MUSC a Diversity Champion for six consecutive years (2018- 2023). MUSC was one of 15 designated Diversity Champions in 2023.

With a rich history, Charleston is America's most beautifully preserved architectural and historical treasure and offers a wide variety of history, culture, arts, recreation, and beautiful beaches. Charleston seamlessly blends historic charm with modern conveniences and coastal living. Charleston has consecutively been voted the “best city” in the U.S. by Conde’ Nast Travelers Magazine and Travel + Leisure. Whether you are interested in architecture, history, arts & culture, premiere dining, outdoor recreation, or beautiful beaches, Charleston, SC, has it all.

Applications must include a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and three professional references.  Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  All inquiries will be confidential. For more specific information about the duties and responsibilities in this posting, please contact Dr. Megan Donaldson, PT, Ph.D. Chair, Search Committee, at

donaldsm@musc.edu

Additional Job Description

Physical Requirements: (Note: The following descriptions are applicable to this section: Continuous - 6-8 hours per shift; Frequent - 2-6 hours per shift; Infrequent - 0-2 hours per shift) Ability to perform job functions in an upright position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions in a seated position. (Frequent) Ability to perform job functions while walking/mobile. (Frequent) Ability to work indoors. (Continuous) Ability to work outdoors in all weather and temperature extremes. (Infrequent) Ability to work in confined/cramped spaces. (Infrequent) Ability to perform job functions from kneeling positions. (Infrequent) Ability to squat and perform job functions. (Infrequent) Ability to perform 'pinching' operations. (Infrequent) Ability to fully use both hands/arms. (Frequent) Ability to perform repetitive motions with hands/wrists/elbows and shoulders. (Frequent) Ability to reach in all directions. (Frequent) Possess good finger dexterity. (Continuous) Ability to maintain tactile sensory functions. (Continuous) Ability to lift and carry 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lift objects, up to 15 lbs., from floor level to height of 36 inches, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to lower objects, up to 15 lbs., from height of 36 inches to floor level, unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to push/pull objects, up to 15 lbs., unassisted. (Infrequent) Ability to maintain 20/40 vision, corrected, in one eye or with both eyes. (Continuous) Ability to see and recognize objects close at hand. (Frequent) Ability to see and recognize objects at a distance. (Frequent) Ability to determine distance/relationship between objects; depth perception. (Continuous) Good peripheral vision capabilities. (Continuous) Ability to maintain hearing acuity, with correction. (Continuous) Ability to perform gross motor functions with frequent fine motor movements. (Frequent)

If you like working with energetic enthusiastic individuals, you will enjoy your career with us!

The Medical University of South Carolina is an Equal Opportunity Employer. MUSC does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion or belief, age, sex, national origin, gender identity, sexual orientation, disability, protected veteran status, family or parental status, or any other status protected by state laws and/or federal regulations. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply and will receive consideration for employment based upon applicable qualifications, merit and business need.

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