What are the responsibilities and job description for the Annual Adjunct Instructor, Physical Therapy Assistant, UC Clermont College position at Inside Higher Ed?
Current UC employees must apply internally via SuccessFactors
Classes may be day or evening. Rank and compensation are based on experience and academic credentials. Adjunct appointments are renewed based on departmental need and teaching performance.
Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu.
UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success.
Job Overview
On a part-time limited basis, the Adjunct Faculty member’s primary academic functions include teaching, discovering, creating, and reporting knowledge to a variety of students.
Essential Functions
Teaching 18-21 contact hours within the three (3) semesters (Fall, Spring, and Summer), including lectures and labs.
Providing weekly opportunity for open lab and/or review sessions
Participate in Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) weekly faculty meetings
Current licensure, and licensure eligible in Ohio, as a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant
Work with core faculty to establish academic regulations and to design, implement and evaluate the curriculum
Maintain contemporary expertise that represents knowledge and skill reflective of current practice
Demonstrates effectiveness in teaching and student evaluationMinimum Requirements
Associate's degree in Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) with a Bachelor's degree or higher in a health care related field or a Bachelor's degree or higher in Physical Therapy. Educational credentials must be from accredited institutions
Current licensure as a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant.
A minimum of three (3) years of full-time post-licensure clinical practice.
Previous clinical or teaching experience with at least two years of experience as a clinical instructor.
Evidence of contemporary practice and continued professional development.
The candidate must demonstrate a commitment to maintaining high academic standards and supporting student success.
Selected candidates should expect to focus on teaching Physical Therapist Assistant courses, but could be asked to teach other courses included in the Science and Health Department.
Additional Qualifications Considered
Has advanced certification in neurologic physical therapy through the American Physical Therapy Association for example, NCS, advanced proficiency pathway, stroke rehab, etc.
Clinical expertise is in rehabilitation of patients with neurological diagnoses
Have taught at a college level for PT or PTA Program
Familiarity with use of computer-based instruction, distance learning, learning technologies, and competency-based instruction
Compensation And Benefits
UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits Link) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE. Highlights include:
Pay Rate Information
Tuition Remission
As a part-time employee, UC provides a limited tuition remission benefit based on role. Tuition remission covers tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
Robust Retirement Plans
As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS).
Real Work-Life Balance
UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
Vacation and sick time – pro-rated by FTE. Includes paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days).
Additional Benefits Include
Competitive salary based on experience
Professional development & mentorship opportunities
University employee discount program
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page.
UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. Click here for a list of acceptable documents.
Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR at jobs@uc.edu.
REQ: 101900
Classes may be day or evening. Rank and compensation are based on experience and academic credentials. Adjunct appointments are renewed based on departmental need and teaching performance.
Next Lives at the University of Cincinnati
Founded in 1819, the University of Cincinnati ranks among the nation’s best urban public research universities. Home to more than 53,600 students, 12,000 faculty and staff, and over 360,000 living alumni, UC, a Carnegie 1 institution, combines research prowess with a physical setting The New York Times has called “the most ambitious campus design program in the country." UC's momentum has never been stronger as the anchor of the Cincinnati Innovation District, the oldest cooperative education (co-op) program in the country with students earning $94 million annually through paid experiences, an academic health system, and as a member of the Big 12 Conference. The university contributes $10.6 billion in economic impact to the city and $22.7 billion to the state of Ohio. At UC, next is all of us. Learn more at uc.edu.
UC is a mission-driven organization where we are committed to student success and positively transforming the community through scholarship and service. We thrive on innovation, making an impact, and fostering an environment where staff and faculty are key contributors to UC’s success.
Job Overview
On a part-time limited basis, the Adjunct Faculty member’s primary academic functions include teaching, discovering, creating, and reporting knowledge to a variety of students.
Essential Functions
Teaching 18-21 contact hours within the three (3) semesters (Fall, Spring, and Summer), including lectures and labs.
Providing weekly opportunity for open lab and/or review sessions
Participate in Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) weekly faculty meetings
Current licensure, and licensure eligible in Ohio, as a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant
Work with core faculty to establish academic regulations and to design, implement and evaluate the curriculum
Maintain contemporary expertise that represents knowledge and skill reflective of current practice
Demonstrates effectiveness in teaching and student evaluationMinimum Requirements
Associate's degree in Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) with a Bachelor's degree or higher in a health care related field or a Bachelor's degree or higher in Physical Therapy. Educational credentials must be from accredited institutions
Current licensure as a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant.
A minimum of three (3) years of full-time post-licensure clinical practice.
Previous clinical or teaching experience with at least two years of experience as a clinical instructor.
Evidence of contemporary practice and continued professional development.
The candidate must demonstrate a commitment to maintaining high academic standards and supporting student success.
Selected candidates should expect to focus on teaching Physical Therapist Assistant courses, but could be asked to teach other courses included in the Science and Health Department.
Additional Qualifications Considered
Has advanced certification in neurologic physical therapy through the American Physical Therapy Association for example, NCS, advanced proficiency pathway, stroke rehab, etc.
Clinical expertise is in rehabilitation of patients with neurological diagnoses
Have taught at a college level for PT or PTA Program
Familiarity with use of computer-based instruction, distance learning, learning technologies, and competency-based instruction
Compensation And Benefits
UC offers an exceptional benefits package designed to support your well-being, financial security, and work-life balance. (UC Benefits Link) Eligibility may vary by position and FTE. Highlights include:
Pay Rate Information
Tuition Remission
As a part-time employee, UC provides a limited tuition remission benefit based on role. Tuition remission covers tuition costs for nearly all undergraduate and graduate programs offered by the university.
Robust Retirement Plans
As a UC employee, you won’t contribute to Social Security (except Medicare). Instead, you’ll choose between state pension plans (OPERS, STRS).
Real Work-Life Balance
UC prioritizes work-life balance with a generous time-off policy, including:
Vacation and sick time – pro-rated by FTE. Includes paid holidays and additional end-of-year paid time off (Winter Season Days).
Additional Benefits Include
Competitive salary based on experience
Professional development & mentorship opportunities
University employee discount program
To learn more about why UC is a great place to work, please visit our Careers Page.
UC is an E-Verify employer. If hired into this position, you will be required to provide satisfactory proof of employment eligibility by providing acceptable, original forms of identification for employment verification via the Federal I-9 employment verification process. Click here for a list of acceptable documents.
Important: To apply you must create a profile and submit a complete job application through the UC applicant portal. We are unable to consider “easy apply” applications submitted via other websites. For questions about the UC recruiting process or to request accommodations with the application, please contact UC HR at jobs@uc.edu.
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REQ: 101900
Salary : $94