Assistant/Associate Professor - OT Pediatric Specialty

Keuka College - Keuka Park, NY

This is a 10-month, assistant or associate professor tenure track position depending on qualifications. The position would include teaching primarily pediatric intervention coursework and assisting with graduate scholarship instruction.

We provide an excellent opportunity to teach and grow professionally in the beautiful Finger Lakes region of upstate New York. The new faculty will have the opportunity to work with supportive and experienced members of our OT team in a well-established OT program. Keuka College is an Equal Opportunity Employer committed to a diverse and inclusive workforce and encourages applications from groups underrepresented in higher education.

Essential Responsibilities

• Provide quality instruction in Occupational Therapy curriculum
• Participate in evaluation and development of program curriculum
• Participate in program assessment
• Demonstrate commitment to excellence in teaching, professional development and scholarship
• Contribute to the College and general community through participation in College functions, community activities, and committee service
• Collaborate and instruct courses in the OT curriculum that match candidate’s background
• Advise occupational therapy students
• Assist with graduate student scholarship activities and advising
• Ensure that assigned tasks are completed in compliance with various institutional and regulatory requirements.
• Participate in a team process for projects that require data analysis for supporting best practices in health care delivery.
• Maintain &/or develop knowledge that supports evidence based clinical practice.
• Maintain a professional and courteous attitude at all times towards co-workers, internal and external customers, representing Keuka College, its programs, policies and procedures in a positive and professional manner. Maintain effective working relationships to ensure institution-wide teamwork.
• Attend provided/necessary trainings and other meetings to support effectiveness within the position as required.
• Consistently demonstrate high standards of integrity by supporting the Keuka College mission, vision and values and adhering to institutional policies.
• Maintain high regard for student privacy in accordance with the FERPA privacy policies and procedures.
• Regular and reliable attendance is expected and required.
• Perform other functions as assigned by management.

Qualifications

1. Doctoral degree in OT or relevant field preferred. MS degree applicants will be considered with the understanding of commitment to timely pursuit of an OTD or advanced Doctorate in a related field.
2. Minimum of 4 years of experience in OT practice treating pediatric clients with a variety of developmental , social/emotional and/or physical dysfunctions.
3. Candidates must be eligible for OT licensure in New York, and be NBCOT certified.
4. Ability to effectively communicate both verbally and in writing.
5. Understand and behave with a high level of integrity and complete confidentiality at all times.
6. Ability to be sensitive to and respond professionally to needs/concerns of students, faculty, college staff and the public.
7. Ability to work under pressure with a high tolerance for interruptions, and the ability to work with diverse groups of people.

Physical Requirements

• Occasional lifting of boxes, supplies, etc., generally less than 30lbs.
• Sit, walk, talk or hear; use hands to finger, handle, feel objects, tools, or controls; and reach with hands and arms.
• Some evening and weekend hours required

 

In support of the Americans with Disabilities Act, this job description lists only those responsibilities and qualifications deemed essential to the position.

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Pay Type

Hourly

Posted: 30+ days ago

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