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Stanbridge University lists this Director of Clinical Education - Physical Therapist Assistant Program opportunity in irvine, California. Review the employer’s description below for duties, qualifications and application requirements.
Job description
Position Summary
The Director of Clinical Education (DCE) for the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Program is responsible for the development, coordination, administration, assessment, and continuous improvement of the clinical education component of the PTA curriculum.
The DCE serves as the primary liaison between Stanbridge University, students, clinical instructors, Site Coordinators of Clinical Education (SCCEs), and affiliated clinical education sites. This position ensures students receive high-quality, appropriately sequenced clinical learning experiences that support achievement of program outcomes, professional competencies, and readiness for contemporary physical therapist assistant practice.
The DCE is responsible for developing and maintaining clinical affiliation partnerships, coordinating student clinical placements, monitoring student performance and clinical progression, supporting clinical faculty, ensuring compliance with clinical education requirements, and maintaining documentation necessary for institutional, regulatory, and accreditation purposes.
The DCE collaborates closely with the PTA Program Director, faculty, academic leadership, clinical partners, and University departments to ensure the clinical education program remains aligned with the standards and expectations of the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), applicable state requirements, institutional policies, and contemporary physical therapy practice.
Essential Functions
Clinical Education Leadership and Administration
Provide leadership, oversight, coordination, and continuous improvement of all clinical education activities within the Physical Therapist Assistant Program
Develop, implement, evaluate, and revise the clinical education component of the curriculum in collaboration with the Program Director and faculty
Ensure clinical education experiences are appropriately sequenced and integrated with didactic and laboratory instruction
Coordinate clinical education schedules, student assignments, placement timelines, and clinical site requirements
Maintain accurate and current clinical education records, affiliation documentation, student placement records, evaluations, compliance documentation, and related program materials
Monitor clinical education outcomes and recommend improvements based on student performance, stakeholder feedback, accreditation expectations, and program data
Participate in program assessment, strategic planning, institutional effectiveness, accreditation preparation, and continuous quality improvement activities
Ensure clinical education policies, procedures, and practices remain consistent with institutional requirements and applicable accreditation standards
Clinical Site Development and Partnership Management
Identify, develop, evaluate, and maintain clinical affiliation relationships sufficient to support the needs of the PTA Program and enrolled students
Expand clinical placement capacity through proactive relationship development with healthcare organizations, rehabilitation providers, outpatient practices, hospitals, skilled nursing facilities, and other appropriate clinical settings
Serve as the primary relationship manager for assigned clinical education partners
Maintain regular communication with SCCEs, Clinical Instructors, clinical leadership, and organizational representatives
Evaluate the appropriateness and educational quality of clinical education sites
Conduct clinical site visits and other engagement activities as necessary to maintain effective partnerships and evaluate student learning environments
Collaborate with University departments regarding affiliation agreements, compliance requirements, insurance documentation, and other clinical partnership matters
Identify emerging clinical placement needs and develop strategies to maintain sufficient and diverse placement capacity
Student Clinical Placement and Support
Coordinate and oversee student clinical education placements in accordance with curriculum requirements, student readiness, site availability, and program objectives
Evaluate student preparedness for participation in clinical education experiences
Match students with appropriate clinical sites and learning environments based on educational objectives, student needs, site characteristics, and available clinical instructors
Orient students to clinical education expectations, policies, professional behavior standards, documentation requirements, and evaluation processes
Monitor student performance and progression throughout clinical education experiences
Maintain regular communication with students and clinical instructors during clinical rotations
Identify students experiencing clinical performance, professionalism, communication, or competency concerns and coordinate appropriate interventions
Provide counseling, coaching, remediation, or other support in collaboration with the Program Director and faculty when necessary
Participate in decisions regarding student clinical progression and successful completion of clinical education requirements
Ensure student clinical experiences support development of professional behaviors, clinical reasoning, technical competence, patient-centered care, and readiness for entry-level PTA practice
Clinical Instructor and SCCE Development
Establish and maintain effective working relationships with Clinical Instructors and Site Coordinators of Clinical Education
Provide orientation and ongoing support to clinical faculty regarding program expectations, student learning objectives, evaluation processes, and institutional requirements
Promote effective clinical teaching, mentoring, supervision, assessment, and feedback practices
Serve as a resource to clinical instructors regarding student performance, clinical education expectations, and problem resolution
Encourage participation in professional development opportunities for clinical instructors and clinical education partners
Recognize and support clinical partners who contribute to the educational mission of the University
Accreditation and Regulatory Compliance
Maintain current knowledge of CAPTE accreditation standards and required elements applicable to clinical education within Physical Therapist Assistant programs
Ensure clinical education policies, procedures, documentation, learning experiences, and assessment practices support continued compliance with applicable CAPTE requirements
Assist the Program Director with preparation of accreditation reports, self-studies, substantive change documentation, site visits, and related accreditation activities
Maintain documentation demonstrating the quality, sufficiency, diversity, and effectiveness of clinical education experiences
Ensure clinical education operations comply with applicable institutional policies, regulatory requirements, affiliation agreements, and professional standards
Participate in institutional and programmatic accreditation activities as assigned
Teaching and Academic Participation
Participate as a member of the PTA faculty and contribute to the academic mission of the program
Teach courses, laboratories, seminars, clinical preparation activities, or other instructional assignments as appropriate based on program needs and individual qualifications
Participate in curriculum review, faculty meetings, committees, student advising, assessment activities, and faculty development
Maintain contemporary knowledge of physical therapy practice, clinical education, healthcare delivery, and the role and scope of practice of the Physical Therapist Assistant
Promote evidence-based practice, ethical conduct, professionalism, patient-centered care, and lifelong learning
Participate in University and program activities that support student success, retention, graduation, licensure preparation, and employment outcomes
Communication and Collaboration
Collaborate effectively with the PTA Program Director, faculty, academic leadership, University departments, students, and external clinical partners
Communicate clinical education expectations, policies, timelines, concerns, and outcomes clearly and professionally
Exercise sound judgment, discretion, professionalism, and confidentiality when addressing student and clinical partner matters
Identify and resolve clinical education issues proactively and appropriately
Represent Stanbridge University professionally in interactions with clinical facilities, healthcare organizations, professional associations, and community partners
Qualifications
Required
Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant education program
Current, active, and unrestricted Physical Therapist (PT) or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license in California, or eligibility to obtain California licensure prior to employment
Minimum of a master's degree from an accredited institution in physical therapy, education, healthcare administration, healthcare leadership, or a related discipline
Minimum of three years of full-time or equivalent post-licensure clinical practice as a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant
Minimum of two years of clinical practice experience as a Site Coordinator of Clinical Education (SCCE) and/or Clinical Instructor (CI) in physical therapy, or a minimum of two years of experience in teaching, curriculum development, and administration in a Physical Therapist Assistant education program
Knowledge of contemporary physical therapy practice and the professional role and scope of practice of the Physical Therapist Assistant
Strong organizational, interpersonal, written and verbal communication, relationship-management, counseling, and problem-solving skills
Demonstrated ability to coordinate complex clinical education activities involving students, clinical instructors, clinical partners, deadlines, documentation, and compliance requirements
Ability to exercise independent judgment and appropriately address student performance, clinical placement, and clinical partnership issues
Ability to use technology and information systems necessary to manage clinical education operations, documentation, communication, and student records
Ability to travel to clinical education sites and other locations as required
Preferred
Earned doctoral or terminal degree in physical therapy, education, healthcare administration, healthcare leadership, or a related discipline
Previous experience as a Director of Clinical Education (DCE) or Academic Coordinator of Clinical Education (ACCE) within a Physical Therapist Assistant or Doctor of Physical Therapy program
Experience within a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapist Assistant or Doctor of Physical Therapy program
Demonstrated knowledge of CAPTE accreditation standards, required elements, and clinical education requirements
Experience developing new clinical affiliation partnerships and expanding clinical placement capacity
Credentialed Clinical Instructor through the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) or equivalent clinical instructor development experience
Previous teaching experience in higher education
Experience participating in programmatic accreditation, self-study preparation, assessment, or continuous improvement activities
Compensation
Competitive, Depending On Education, Experience, And Internal Equity.
Conditions of Employment
A job-related assessment may be required during the interview process
Must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily and be physically present in the office (unless otherwise noted)
Ability and willingness to travel domestically and internationally to conferences, trade shows, institutional meetings, partner locations, and other business-related events as required
Occasional evening or weekend availability may be required based on conferences, partner events, meetings, or organizational needs
Employment Authorization: Applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States. Stanbridge University does not provide employment-based immigration sponsorship or participate in employer-sponsored or employer-dependent work authorization programs
Sponsorship: Sponsorship now or in the future could include having Stanbridge University file or support a work authorization petition, provide employment verification or documentation for immigration purposes, participate in a government-sponsored work authorization program, or otherwise assist with obtaining or maintaining employment authorization
Work Environment
Professional office environment supporting educational technology, strategic partnerships, and institutional relationships
Frequent interaction with prospective and existing institutional partners, academic leaders, administrators, technology professionals, internal teams, and organizational leadership
Regular participation in conferences, trade shows, expos, institutional meetings, product demonstrations, and other professional events
Fast-paced environment requiring the ability to manage multiple partner relationships, priorities, follow-up activities, and time-sensitive commitments simultaneously
Requires flexibility, adaptability, independent judgment, and a collaborative approach to working across technical, operational, academic, and leadership teams
Regular travel may be required to represent Edverum at conferences, trade shows, institutional meetings, partner engagements, and other industry events
Physical Demands
Regularly sits for extended periods while working at a computer workstation
Frequently uses computers, telephones, audiovisual presentation equipment, and standard office technology
Ability to effectively communicate in person, by telephone, electronically, and through presentations and product demonstrations
Ability to stand and walk for extended periods during conferences, trade shows, demonstrations, presentations, and other professional events
Ability to travel as required for conferences, institutional meetings, partner engagements, and other business-related activities
Ability to lift, carry, and/or move objects weighing up to 25 pounds as needed
Employee Benefits
Health Care Plan (Medical, Dental & Vision)
Retirement Plan (401(k))
Paid Time Off (Vacation, Sick Leave & Public Holidays)
Life Insurance (Basic, Voluntary & AD&D)
Family Leave (Maternity & Paternity)
Exciting University Events
Work-Life Balance Initiatives
Seasonal Health & Wellness Challenges
On-Site Wellness Program and Staff Chiropractor
Institutional Values
Diversity and Inclusion
Stanbridge University's motto, "Strength through Diversity," reflects our deep commitment to honoring the diverse backgrounds of our students, faculty, staff, and surrounding communities. We strive to cultivate an inclusive learning environment and uphold equitable practices in every aspect of university life.
Innovation and Technology
We embrace innovative technology to enhance student learning through immersive educational experiences, including simulation laboratories and virtual reality, ensuring graduates are prepared for the evolving healthcare landscape.
Community Engagement
Through initiatives such as Stanbridge outREACH , our students and employees are empowered to serve local and global communities while fostering compassion, civic responsibility, and social awareness.
Equal Opportunity Employer
Stanbridge University is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to fostering a diverse and inclusive workplace. We do not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, sexual orientation, gender identity, veteran status, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. All qualified applicants are encouraged to apply.
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Worksite address
irvine, CA, 92713, US
Who can apply
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