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Occupational Therapy Faculty DOQ

University of Nebraska Medical Center UNMC Omaha, NE
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Occupational Therapy Faculty DOQ

GENERAL REQUISITION INFORMATION

EEO Statement:
UNMC is an Equal Employment Opportunity Employer, including an equal opportunity employer of protected veterans and individuals with disabilities.
Location Omaha, NE
Requisition Number: 2025 - 120
Department CAHP Occupational Therapy 50010625
Business Unit(College/Institute) College of Allied Health Professions
FTE:
100
Reg-Temp Full-Time Regular
Work Schedule Mon-Fri 8:00 am - 4:30 pm
Requisition Category Faculty
Requisition Title Occupational Therapy Faculty DOQ
Job Title/Academic Rank Occupational Therapy Faculty DOQ
Additional Requisition Title Occupational Therapy Faculty DOQ
Appointment Type L1 - REG SPECIAL FAC/S
Salary Range Salary Commensurate with Experience
Job/EEO Category Faculty
Job Requisition Begin Date 04/23/2025
Position Qualification

Position Summary
The College of Allied Health Professions (CAHP) at the University of Nebraska Medical Center is seeking candidates for a full-time, 12-month faculty position in the entry-level Occupational Therapy Doctoral Program on the Omaha campus.

The mission of the Program is to advance health through meaningful participation in everyday living for all people and communities. Themes in this hybrid curriculum emphasize occupation for health, professional growth, and knowledge translation. UNMC has state-of-the-art simulation facilities and many opportunities for interprofessional collaboration.

The faculty member will engage in teaching, scholarship, and service, including mentoring students in scholarly projects and during their capstone. Preference will be given to applicants with content expertise in adult physical rehabilitation.
Required Qualifications
The ideal candidate will:
· Be an Occupational therapist with NBCOT certification.
· Be licensed or eligible for licensure in Nebraska.
· Have a minimum of three years of occupation-centered practice.
· Hold a professional doctoral degree from an accredited institution.
· Be able to provide evidence of professional service.
· Have experience in student mentoring.
· Know content delivery methods, including distance education.
· Possess networking, team collaboration, communication, and problem-solving skills.
· Hold a valid driver’s license.

Supplemental Qualifications
The well-qualified applicant will:
· Have a terminal academic degree (PhD, EdD, ScD, etc.).
· Have prior experience as an academic educator.
· Provide documented expertise in the content area of teaching.
· Provide a research agenda with a history of presentations/publications.
· Have post-doctoral training.
· Have demonstrated professional service.

Working Environment & Physical Requirements

WORKING ENVIRONMENT

The information provided below best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed.
Check the appropriate box(es) that best describes the Environment in which the primary function of the position is performed. Office environment, Clinical environment
Other working environment
n/a
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENT

Bending, stooping, twisting Occasionally
Crawling Occasionally
Driving 2-5 hours
Kneeling Occasionally
Reaching Occasionally
Sitting 2-5 hours
Standing 2-5 hours
Squatting Occasionally
Walking Up to 2 hours
EXPOSURES

Atmospheric No
Blood/body fluids Yes
Chemical hazards No
Working on or around moving machinery No
Electrical current Yes
Noise No
Changes of temperature/humidity No
Wear PPE Yes
Work with laboratory animals No
Radiation
Operating hand/power tools Yes
If you answered yes to any area above, please explain
Participation in clinical practice will involve direct patient contact and could involve the use of medical equipment.
Hand/Wrists

Fine Manipulation Both
Repetitive Motion Both
Grasping Both
If you selected any area above, please explain
Use of a computer keyboard and mouse, 
writing utensils, other equipment and tools used for instruction.
Addtional

Describe any other aspects and demands of the job not listed in this description.

Applicant Documents

Required Documents
  1. C.V.
  2. Cover Letter
Optional Documents

Requisition Specific Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

  1. * Do you have, or will you possess in the near future, a Doctoral degree in the area(s) identified in this posting?
    • Yes
    • No
  2. * Do you have a valid driver's license and reliable mode of transportation?
    • Yes
    • No
  3. * Are you willing/able to travel to locations in and outside of the Omaha metro area for clinical site recruitment?
    • Yes
    • No
  4. * How did you hear about this position?
    • Careerlink
    • Employee Referral
    • HERC
    • Indeed
    • Job Fair
    • Lincoln Journal Star
    • Linkedin
    • Omaha World Herald
    • UNMC Job Site
    • Facebook
    • NEWorks
    • Handshake
    • Other
  5. * If Other, please specify the source. Otherwise, indicate NA.

    (Open Ended Question)







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providedProvided by company
Full-time Employee
Date Posted April 23, 2025
Requisition 2025 - 120
Located In Omaha, NE
Job Type Full-time Employee
SOC Category 25-1072.00 Nursing Instructors and Teachers, Postsecondary
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