Residential Adjunct Instructor - Intro to Evidence-Based Practice & Therapeutic Interventions Lab

Adjunct Faculty - Intro to Evidence-Based Practice & Therapeutic Interventions Lab

Rasmussen University

This course is an introduction to the underlying principles and clinical application of evidence-based practice and basic therapeutic interventions. It places focus on developing the student’s ability to obtain peer-reviewed research, performing basic appraisal of the evidence, and learning thermal, mechanical, and electrotherapeutic interventions used to address pain, inflammation, edema, soft tissue healing, and muscle reeducation. There is a hands-on lab component to this course. This course will prepare students to incorporate evidence-based practice and the proper integration of these basic interventions into physical therapy practice.

Reporting Relationships:

Adjunct Faculty will report to an Academic Dean

Responsibilities:

Adjunct faculty members are primarily responsible for communicating with students and supervising Deans or other University staff related to teaching and learning.  Faculty are expected to:

• Communicate both verbally and in writing with students in regards to feedback on student performance on a consistent basis throughout the course and as required by the Faculty Expectations
• Be available for students via phone, email and for individual appointments as needed for questions and academic assistance as determined and outlined in the Faculty Expectations
• Respond to Dean/University staff in regards to performance, student issues/concerns, or items needed for faculty file/accreditation needs in a timely manner
• Appropriate behavior, language, professional communication, demeanor and dress will be exhibited at all times

Key Accountabilities:

The essential function of the position include, but are not limited to the following tasks, duties, and responsibilities consistent with the function.  The employee is expected to perform all other duties as requested, directed, and/or assigned.  Adjunct faculty will be assigned up to 3 work units per academic quarter.

Teaching Effectiveness: Professionalism, Use of Technology, and Content Expertise

• Dynamic, Active Classroom
  • Use of effective teaching strategies and multiple teaching techniques; teaching and modeling appropriate level learning skills and creating an environment conducive to learning
  • Creating high levels of student engagement through activities, community building, and student-centered learning including the use of live classroom tools to hold synchronous learning sessions with students
  • Clarity, relevance, and connection of class session objectives to course performance objectives
  • Organized classroom and efficient use of class time
• Subject Matter Expertise
  • Demonstrate mastery and ability to articulate and relate to students
  • Play an integral role in the development and implementation of curriculum and assessment for their area of expertise
• Student and University Support and Professionalism:
  • Faculty are responsible for creating a classroom presence in support of students in collaboration with their Dean
  • Student support and outreach that supports the success of students is accomplished through faculty availability to students in all courses through synchronous or asynchronous communication and meetings to help students achieve the learning objectives for their course(s)
• Faculty Meetings and other responsibilities:
  • Faculty will attend events, programmatic meetings, and committee work as agreed upon and/or designated by the Dean
• Professional Development
  • Faculty must complete a minimum of six (6) Rasmussen Educational Units (REUs) annually or two (2) REUs per quarter for each quarter you teach (whichever is less) between the combined areas of Teaching Development and Development in Discipline on an annual basis as described in the faculty handbook

Experience and Qualifications:

• Teaching experience preferred (Minimum of 3 years’ experience in the field of study)
• Clinical preceptor experience preferred 
• Self-motivated, flexible, and able to work in a team environment with minimal supervision
• Strong interpersonal skills to interact with students, leadership, and peers
• Excellent written communication and strong verbal communication skills in the English language

Education, certifications and Licensures:

• Bachelor's, Master's or Doctorate in Physical