CardioPulm and Acute Care Physical Therapy Temporary Part-Time Faculty
Posting Number
req23195
Employment Type
Faculty
Faculty Type
Adjunct
Hiring Department
Orthopaedics Physical Therapy (497J)
Academic Location
School of Medicine
Benefits Eligible
Adjunct faculty may be eligible to receive certain UNM benefits in some cases. See the Benefits home page for more information.
Position Summary
TheDivision of Physical Therapy in the Department of Orthopaedics &Rehabilitation at the University of New Mexico has a temporary part-timefaculty position available with responsibilities in two courses: i) PT613Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Physical Therapy I [Spring 2023], and ii) PT610Acute Care [Summer 2023]. This position will assist the primary courseinstructor for both courses.
PT613 serves as the initial cardiopulmonary-oriented course delivered in the 1st year curriculum. The primary focus is to educate students on foundationalcardiopulmonary knowledge and examinationtechniques necessary for the entry-level therapist. The course covers bothdidactic and hands-on material, and is slated to begin on March 20, 2023 andends May 12, 2023. The course meets 5 hours per week:
Mondays, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
Thursdays, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM
PT610 serves as a dedicated course focused on theacute care setting. This course is delivered in the 2nd yearcurriculum, immediately prior to students entering their main clinicalrotations. The course content focuses across a variety of patient populations(i.e., neuro-, ortho-, cardiac-, pulmonary-, ICU-populations) and stronglyemphasizes students' hands-on skills in case-based scenarios. The course beginsJune 12, 2023 and ends August 4, 2023. The course meets 8 hours per week:
Tuesdays, 1PM to 5PM
Thursdays, 1PM to 5PM
Thescheduling requirements for this position are listed above; however, someflexibility may be required to accommodate testing schedules. The totalcompensation for this position is: $6,000.
Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

• 2 or more years' experience as a physical therapist;
• 2 or more years' experience in an acute care facility
• Current, active New Mexico Physical Therapy license
• Masters in Physical Therapy

Preferred Qualifications:

• 4 or more years' experience in an acute care environment
• 1 or more years' experience working in a dedicated cardiopulmonary environment (i.e., cardiac rehab, cardiothoracic surgery unit, pulmonary unit)
• 1 or more years' experience working in an intensive care unit
  Advanced degree (i.e., DPT, (t)DPT, PhD)
• Served as the primary clinical instructor to at least 1 full-time student
• Evidence of continuing education in cardiopulmonary assessment (i.e., American Board of Physical Therapy Specialty Certification, continuing education courses attended, Combined Section Meeting Programs, New Mexico Physical Therapy Association Programs)
• A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities.

Application Instructions
Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted.If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application.
The ideal candidate will submit a resume and cover letter detailing how they meet minimum and preferred qualifications of the job posting.
For Best Consideration
For best consideration, please apply by 2/10/2023. This position will remain open until filled.
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