Subject Matter Expert - Physical Therapy Program Development

About the Role:

We are seeking an experienced Subject Matter Expert (SME) in Physical Therapy (PT) education to support the design, development, and academic review of a new Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) program. The SME will play a critical role in ensuring curriculum quality, clinical and laboratory education standards, regulatory compliance, and alignment with accreditation requirements for delivery in on-ground and hybrid formats.

Key Responsibilities:
• Design and develop program curriculum, course outlines, and syllabi for Physical Therapy education, covering didactic, laboratory, and clinical education components
• Develop clinical and laboratory learning experiences and define clinical education (internship) requirements
• Review and update existing program documentation to ensure academic rigor and current practice relevance
• Align curriculum with Puerto Rico and Florida regulatory requirements, institutional policies, and national accreditation standards
• Ensure program compliance with the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE), the recognized accreditor for PT programs in the U.S.
• Integrate clinical competencies, lab components, simulation, and hybrid/online learning best practices
• Support preparation for the National Physical Therapy Examination (NPTE), administered by the Federation of State Boards of Physical Therapy (FSBPT)
• Support preparation of accreditation documentation, self-study reports, and program outcomes assessment
• Collaborate with curriculum specialists, instructional designers, and academic leadership

Qualifications:
• Licensed Physical Therapist (active, unrestricted license)
• Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT) preferred; advanced or terminal degree (e.g., PhD, EdD, DSc) a plus
• Minimum 5+ years of clinical and/or academic experience in Physical Therapy
• Prior experience in curriculum development, program review, or accreditation processes preferred
• Strong knowledge of PT practice areas (musculoskeletal, neuromuscular, cardiopulmonary, and integumentary)
• Familiarity with hybrid and competency-based education models

Regulatory & Accreditation Knowledge (Required):
• Working knowledge of CAPTE accreditation standards, the recognized benchmark for PT education in the U.S.
• Understanding of physical therapist licensure and the role of the NPTE in both Puerto Rico and Florida
• Knowledge of clinical education requirements and preparation for the NPTE

Preferred Skills:
• Experience designing Doctor of Physical Therapy (DPT)-level programs
• Knowledge of clinical partnerships and clinical education (internship) models
• Experience working with Learning Management Systems (LMS)

Expected Deliverables:
• Program framework and curriculum recommendations
• Course sequencing review
• Course descriptions and learning outcomes validation
• Industry competency mapping
• Regulatory and accreditation guidance
• Review of program documentation and submission materials
• Participation in meetings with institutional leadership and curriculum teams

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement:

We are an equal opportunity employer and value diversity in our academic and professional community.

Job Types: Temporary, Contract

Work Location: Remote