UNIV - Open Rank Faculty - Division of Physical Therapy, Residential Program, College of Health Professions

Job Description Summary

The Division of Physical Therapy, housed within the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and the College of Health Professions at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), invites applications for a 12-month, open-rank faculty residential position. This position will have an emphasis on differential diagnosis, imaging, and musculoskeletal conditions. Candidates will join a productive team of senior and junior faculty within the Division, Department, and College and will be core faculty in the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program, expected to teach an agreed-upon teaching load within their area of expertise or need of the Division. Candidates must have a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree and a terminal doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, or equivalent). Successful candidates will be expected to contribute to the teaching mission of the Division of Physical Therapy. Additional teaching opportunities may be available within the Doctoral Program in Health and Rehabilitation Science or the Post-professional PT Residency programs.

Entity

Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC - Univ)

Worker Type

Employee

Worker Sub-Type​

Faculty

Cost Center

CC000229 CHP - PT

Pay Rate Type

Salary

Pay Grade

University-00

Pay Range

0.00 - 0.00 - 0.000

Scheduled Weekly Hours

40

Work Shift

Job Description

Position Description:

The Division of Physical Therapy, housed within the Department of Rehabilitation Sciences and the College of Health Professions at the Medical University of South Carolina (MUSC), invites applications for a 12-month, open-rank faculty residential position. This position will have an emphasis on differential diagnosis, imaging, and musculoskeletal conditions. Candidates will join a productive team of senior and junior faculty within the Division, Department, and College and will be core faculty in the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program, expected to teach an agreed-upon teaching load within their area of expertise or need of the Division. Candidates must have a Doctor of Physical Therapy degree and a terminal doctoral degree (PhD, EdD, or equivalent). Successful candidates will be expected to contribute to the teaching mission of the Division of Physical Therapy. Additional teaching opportunities may be available within the Doctoral Program in Health and Rehabilitation Science or the Post-professional PT Residency programs.

The DPT program is a residential program using a multi-pronged educational approach that prepares evidence-based, ethical, and compassionate physical therapists to provide collaborative care that is patient/client-focused. We are seeking candidates who are at the forefront of driving physical therapy education forward through the implementation of innovative teaching models that empower student learning. Candidates with all backgrounds relevant to rehabilitation will be fully considered. Candidates with the ability to teach in a wide variety of topics are particularly encouraged to apply. Ideal candidates would identify with the MUSC College of Health Professions core values: Compassion, Collaboration, Innovation, Integrity, and Respect.

State-of-the-art lecture and laboratory facilities are available for teaching both traditional lecture and laboratory-based classes. Physical Therapy faculty regularly collaborate with educators in other colleges at MUSC, notably including the College of Medicine and clinical departments. Substantial resources are available to support the successful applicant's line of research. Key centers and collaborative opportunities include:

• Center for Rehabilitation Research in Neurological Conditions- https://chp.musc.edu/research/crrnc
• Center of Biomedical Research Excellence (COBRE) in Stroke Recovery (NIH funded)- https://chp.musc.edu/research/stroke-recovery
• Center on Aging- https://medicine.musc.edu/departments/centers/aging
• National Center for Neuromodulation for Rehabilitation (NIH funded)- https://chp.musc.edu/research/nc-nm4r).
• Center on Comparative Effectiveness & Data Analytics- https://chp.musc.edu/research/cedar
• Health Services Research Program- https://chp.musc.edu/research/health-services-research

Medical University of South Carolina

Founded in 1824 in Charleston, MUSC is the state's only comprehensive academic health system, with a unique mission to preserve and optimize human life in South Carolina through education, research and patient care. Each year, MUSC educates more than 3,200 students in six colleges – Dental Medicine, Graduate Studies, Health Professions, Medicine, Nursing, and Pharmacy - and trains more than 900 residents and fellows in its health system. MUSC brought in more than $300 million in research funds in fiscal year 2024, leading the state overall in research funding. MUSC also leads the state in federal and National Institutes of Health funding. To learn more about our academic programs, visit https://education.musc.edu/.

As the health care system of the Medical University of South Carolina, MUSC Health is dedicated to delivering the highest-quality and safest patient care while educating and training generations of outstanding health care providers and leaders to serve the people of South Carolina and beyond. Patient care is provided at 16 hospitals (includes owned or governing interest), with approximately 2,700 beds and four additional hospital locations in development, more than 350 telehealth sites and nearly 750 care locations situated in all regions of South Carolina. In 2024, for the 10th consecutive year, U.S. News & World Report named MUSC Health University Medical Center in Charleston the Number 1 hospital in South Carolina. To learn more about our patient services visit https://muschealth.org/.

MUSC has a total enterprise annual operating budget of $7.1 billion. The 31,000 MUSC members include world-class faculty, physicians, specialty providers, scientists, contract employees, affiliates and care team members who deliver groundbreaking education, research, and patient care.

Charleston, SC seamlessly blends historic charm with modern conveniences and coastal living. Charleston has consecutively been voted the “best city” in the U.S. by both 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

Applications must include: a letter of interest, curriculum vitae, and 3 professional references. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled.  All inquiries will be confidential. MUSC does not discriminate with respect to employment terms and conditions on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, or genetic information. For more specific information related to the duties and responsibilities in this posting, please contact Dr. Ken Miller, Chair, Search Committee at milleken@musc.edu (office: 843.792.9894).

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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