The Division of Occupational Therapy at Western New England University announces an exciting opportunity to join the faculty team in the Entry-Level Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) Program.With our first cohort of students scheduled to graduate in August, 2020, the OTD Program invites applications for a clinical faculty appointment (non-tenure track). This is a 12-month position that is available beginning in academic year 2019-2020. The start date for this position is negotiable.

Individuals seeking the Clinical Assistant Professor (renewable term) appointment, will have a vision for providing experiential opportunities that foster student self-reflection and transformative learning, and should be self-directed toward the development of collaborative relationships with local practice communities. Interested applicants should have clinical experience, be prepared to creatively initiate interprofessional practices in fieldwork settings, and embrace a situational leadership approach in the supervision of fieldwork students at on-site locations. Academic and clinical supervisory experience with Level I or Level II fieldwork students is preferred. 

Applicants seeking to join our current faculty team should hold an earned doctoral degree (e.g. Ph.D, Ed.D., OTD, Sc.D.) from a regionally accredited institution or have demonstrated significant progress towards earning a doctoral degree. Applicants must possess a minimum of 3 years of documented clinical expertise as an occupational therapist with a strong clinical background in one of the following areas: adult & aging practice (acute/chronic physical disabilities or mental health); infants, children & youth practice (medical conditions/chronic disabilities or mental health and learning/developmental disabilities); or population-based community health, wellness and prevention. 

Applicants must be initially certified by NBCOT, hold current AOTA Membership, and be licensed or licensure eligible in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Our search committee is currently interviewing for this position. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, Curriculum Vitae and the names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of three references.

Excellent fringe benefits including tuition remission for employee, spouse, and dependent children.

Western New England University is a private, independent, coeducational institution founded in 1919. Located on an attractive 215-acre suburban campus in Springfield, Massachusetts, Western New England University serves 3,800 students, including more than 2,600 full-time undergraduate students. Undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs are offered through Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Business, Engineering, and Pharmacy, and School of Law.  More information about the University is available at www.wne.edu

Western New England University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We welcome candidates whose background may contribute to the further diversification of our community.

To apply to this position please visit http://employment.wne.edu.

The Division of Occupational Therapy at Western New England University announces an exciting opportunity to join the faculty team in the Entry-Level Doctor of Occupational Therapy (OTD) Program. With our first cohort of students scheduled to graduate in August, 2020, the OTD Program invites applications for an academic faculty appointment. This is a 12-month position that is available beginning in academic year 2019-2020. The start date for this position is negotiable.

The ideal candidate for the Assistant/Associate Professor (tenure track) appointment will have a vision for health care education that is grounded in population health and interprofessional education perspectives, and the principles of transformative knowledge to foster change. Interested applicants with academic experience are preferred. Identified experience in course development and teaching, a track-record or demonstrated interest in research, and a professional development plan for the future that includes research or scholarly activities including the dissemination of findings to advance knowledge, is favorable.

Applicants seeking to join our current faculty team should hold an earned doctoral degree (e.g. Ph.D, Ed.D., OTD, Sc.D.) from a regionally accredited institution or have demonstrated significant progress towards earning a doctoral degree. Applicants must possess a minimum of 3 years of documented clinical expertise as an occupational therapist with a strong clinical background in one of the following areas: adult & aging practice (acute/chronic physical disabilities or mental health); infants, children & youth practice (medical conditions/chronic disabilities or mental health and learning/developmental disabilities); or population-based community health, wellness and prevention.

Applicants must be initially certified by NBCOT, hold current AOTA Membership, and be licensed or licensure eligible in the Commonwealth of Massachusetts. Our search committee is currently interviewing candidates for this position. Interested applicants should submit a cover letter, Curriculum Vitae and the names, addresses, phone numbers, and email addresses of three references.

QUALIFICATION STANDARDS:

• Doctoral degree (e.g. Ph.D., Ed.D., OTD, Sci.D.) from a regionally accredited institution.
• Experience in an academic setting including teaching, curriculum development, instructional technology use preferred.
• A minimum of 3 years of documented clinical experience in occupational therapy in one of the following areas: adult & aging physical disabilities; adult & aging mental health; infants, children & youth medical and chronic disabilities; infants, children & youth mental health and learning and developmental disabilities; population/community health, wellness and prevention
• Current NBCOT Certification
• Current AOTA Membership
• Current Massachusetts License to Practice
• Valid Driver’s License

Excellent fringe benefits including tuition remission for employee, spouse, and dependent children.

Western New England University is a private, independent, coeducational institution founded in 1919. Located on an attractive 215-acre suburban campus in Springfield, Massachusetts, Western New England University serves 3,800 students, including more than 2,600 full-time undergraduate students. Undergraduate, graduate, and professional programs are offered through Colleges of Arts and Sciences, Business, Engineering, and Pharmacy, and School of Law. 

Western New England University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.  We welcome candidates whose background may contribute to the further diversification of our community.

To apply to this position please visit http://employment.wne.edu.

Berkshire Hand to Shoulder Center, LLC.

Optimum opportunity for a motivated Certified Hand Therapist to join our team working in fast-paced, fully collaborative physician-owned practice alongside a board-certified hand surgeon. We are seeking a reliable CHT with good communication skills for 32-36 hours/week. For the right candidate, we will consider newly certified or experienced. Proficiency in orthotic fabrication is a plus. Part-time or per diem status is available. Competitive salary and benefits offered.

This practice is located in the Berkshires of Massachusetts, home to world class music, theatre, dance and many cultural attractions, including museums and the Kripalu Center for Yoga and Health. The clinic entrance is steps away from Kennedy Park, a county park that includes 15 miles of groomed trails. Our philosophy emphasizes personalized evidence-based practices in a compassionate and caring environment.

Responsibilities:

·        Develop and implement hand therapy programs that focus on rehabilitation

·        Work directly with patients to achieve maximum functional recovery

·        Evaluate the effects of therapy treatment and communicate patients' progress

·        Record and document patient care services

·        Serve as an advocate for each patient, and as needed join the physician appointment to provide an Interdisciplinary approach

·        Collaborate with other team personnel to achieve well-rounded, value-based care

·        Maintain productivity requirements. (example: 10-12 patients per day), and walk in's as needed

·        fabricating custom orthoses, dispensing DME as needed

Qualifications:

·        Previous experience in hand therapy, rehabilitation, or another related field

·        Ability to handle physical workload

·        Certification in Hand Therapy

·        Ability to build rapport with patients

·        Excellent written and verbal communication skills

·        Strong leadership qualities

Please contact:  

Email and Phone

lfconsolini@berkshirehand.com

413-344-1770