The Division of Physical Therapy in the Department of Orthopaedics & Rehabilitation at the University of New Mexico has a temporary part-time faculty position available with responsibilities in two courses: i) PT613 Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Physical Therapy I, and ii) PT655 Cardiovascular and Pulmonary Physical Therapy II.

PT613 serves as the initial cardiopulmonary-oriented course delivered in the 1st year curriculum.  The primary focus is to educate students on foundational cardiopulmonary knowledge and examination techniques necessary for the entry-level therapist.  The course covers both didactic and hands-on material, and is slated to begin on March 17, 2025 and ends May 6, 2025. The course meets 5 hours per week:

• Mondays, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM
•  Wednesdays, 1:30 PM to 3:30 PM

PT655 serves as the follow-up cardiopulmonary-oriented course delivered in the 2nd year curriculum.  The primary focus is to inform students on exercise principles, physical therapy treatment, and exercise program design in the cardiovascular and pulmonary populations.  The course covers both didactic and hands-on material beginning on March 18, 2025 and ends May 6, 2025.  The course meets 6 hours per week:

• Tuesdays, 1:00 PM to 5:00 PM
• Thursdays, 1:00 PM to 3:00 PM

The scheduling requirements for this position are listed above; however, some flexibility may be required to accommodate testing schedules and observed university closures.

Minimum Qualifications:

• 2 or more years’ experience as a physical therapist
  
• Current, active New Mexico Physical Therapy license
• Masters in Physical Therapy

Preferred Qualifications: 

• 1 or more years’ experience working in a dedicated cardiopulmonary environment (i.e., cardiac rehab, cardiothoracic surgery unit, pulmonary unit)
• 1 or more years’ experience working in an intensive care unit
• Advanced degree (i.e., DPT, (t)DPT, PhD)
  
• Served as the primary clinical instructor to at least 1 full-time student
  
• Evidence of continuing education in cardiopulmonary assessment (i.e., American Board of Physical Therapy Specialty Certification, continuing education courses attended, Combined Section Meeting Programs, New Mexico Physical Therapy Association Programs)
  
• A demonstrated commitment to diversity, equity, inclusion, and student success, as well as working with broadly diverse communities.

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