NEOGOV · 6 days ago
Assistant Professor of Occupational Therapy
St. George 84770, UT
Full-time
Onsite
Mid Level
$80K/yr - $90K/yr
3+ years expUtah Tech University is seeking a doctoral-prepared occupational therapist to join their new Occupational Therapy Doctoral (OTD) Program. The successful candidate will develop and teach graduate level occupational therapy courses, engage in student advisement, and contribute to research and scholarly activities.
GovTechHuman ResourcesInformation TechnologySoftware
No H1B
Responsibilities
Serve as course director and maintain currency with health care trends, research, and OT practice, especially as it relates to area of expertise
Provide evaluations that are appropriate, equitable, and professional, and that provide constructive feedback to the student
Exhibit objectivity in all dealings with students and in all aspects of the learning process
Continually adapt teaching strategies in the implementation of the course to meet the needs of all students
Treat confidential information about students, colleagues and others with fairness, discretion and integrity
Develop and maintain proficiency in teaching areas through investigation, formal education, continuing education, and/or practice
Participate in evaluation of teaching methods and curriculum, and modify both in response to feedback
Serve as academic advisor for students in the OT program or interested in the program, as designated
Serve as doctoral experience/capstone project mentor, as appropriate
Supervise student graduate research projects, as appropriate
Contribute to the advancement of OT through research, practice, and/or service
Pursue opportunities to publish/present occupational therapy/research activities
Assist with clinical instruction of students, as appropriate
Participate in the University governance and/or occupational therapy department, College of Health Sciences, committees
Carry out assigned duties with punctuality and professional competence. Except in cases of emergency, shall not be absent from their assigned teaching or other assignments without first informing the Program Director, Department Chair, or the appropriate administrator
Maintain active membership in state and national professional associations
Collaborate in and contribute to the preparation of academic reports and accreditation self-studies
Prepare and implement a faculty development plan annually
Perform defined faculty duties, including holding office hours, attendance at department and division meetings, and adherence to college, division, and university policies and procedures
Provide regular institutional service as outlined in regent and university policies
Work collaboratively with the Chair, Program Director, faculty, and staff to ensure compliance with department, program, and ACOTE standards
Perform other duties, as assigned
Qualification
Required
Certification by NBCOT as OTR
Possess a doctoral degree from a USDE-recognized regionally accredited institution. The doctoral degree is not limited to a doctorate in occupational therapy
Must be licensed or eligible for licensure as an occupational therapist in the state of Utah
Minimum of three years of professional practice experience
Intermediate to advanced clinical skills in the primary area of teaching
Skilled in application of research and evidence-based practices to new environments
Knowledge, skills and mindset as a creator and/or innovator and/or entrepreneur
Superior written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills needed for working with diverse stakeholders
Proficient with computer technology and strong organization, problem-solving, and counseling skills
Current member of the Utah Occupational Therapy Association
Current member of the American Occupational Therapy Association
Preferred
Experience in academic program or curricular development and knowledge of ACOTE standards
Teaching experience at the college/university level
Experience with online teaching
Experience in scholarly activity
Benefits
Excellent benefits package included that begins on start date; includes medical, dental, vision, disability, and life insurance, employee assistance and wellness programs, retirement plan contributions, and undergraduate tuition waivers for employees and eligible dependents.
14.2% retirement contribution, paid 100% by the employer (no match required), vested on day 1 of full-time employment;
Regular undergraduate tuition waiver (paid at 100%) for employee, spouse, and unmarried dependent children to take courses at Utah Tech;
Full medical, dental, and vision plans, with low employee-paid premiums, that begins on day 1 of full-time employment;
Flexible Spending Accounts or Health Savings Accounts available;
Employer-paid basic life insurance & disability insurance coverage from day 1 of full-time employment;
Generous staff leave accruals, plus 12 paid holidays per calendar year.
Company
NEOGOV
NEOGOV is the leading provider of workforce management software uniquely designed for the public sector, education, and public safety.
501-1000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageTotal Funding
$700MKey Investors
Warburg Pincus
2025-07-28Secondary Market· $700M
2025-07-28Acquired
2021-06-02Private Equity
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