Director Faschini Wallach Center Restorative Therapies

Overview

Job Title: Director Faschini Wallach Center for Restorative Therapies

Department: SCHOOL OF PHYSICAL THERAPY & ATHLETIC TRAINING

Location: Norfolk, VA

Division: Faschini Wallach Center for Restorative Therapies, within Old Dominion University's Ellmer College of Health Sciences

The Director is responsible for overseeing the strategic direction, operational management, and academic integration of the Center. This role leads the clinical, educational, and research activities of the Center and ensures alignment with the broader University, College, and School goals. The Director will work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and external stakeholders to enhance, measure, and report the quality and outcomes of patient care, advance research initiatives, outcomes, and dissemination, and promote educational opportunities and excellence for students, faculty, and community partners.

The Director is responsible for 80% patient care in the Center.

• Oversee the strategic direction, operational management, and academic integration of the Faschini Wallach Center for Restorative Therapies.
• Lead the clinical, educational, and research activities of the Center and ensure alignment with University, College, and School goals.
• Collaborate with faculty, staff, and external stakeholders to enhance, measure, and report the quality and outcomes of patient care, advance research initiatives, outcomes, and dissemination, and promote educational opportunities and excellence.
• Ensure appropriate integration of clinical care, education, and research within the Center.
• Manage 80% direct patient care within the Center as part of the role.

• Earned degree in physical therapy from an accredited institution.
• Minimum of 5 years of post-licensure clinical experience in rehabilitation therapies.
• Demonstrated excellence in direct patient care with a focus on evidence-based practice.
• At least 2 years of leadership or supervisory experience, such as program coordination or clinic management.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills.
• Proven ability to manage operations, budgets, and personnel within a healthcare or academic setting.

• Demonstrated ability to work collaboratively with interdisciplinary teams, university faculty, and/or community stakeholders.
• Experience integrating clinical, educational, and research missions within a rehabilitation center.
• Experience with clinical outcomes measurement and quality improvement processes.

• Licensure:
  The Director must hold and maintain current, active licensure (or eligibility for licensure) in Virginia consistent with the discipline of professional preparation.
• Credential Verification:
  Employment is contingent upon successful verification of academic credentials, professional licensure, and eligibility to practice in the state.
• Background Check:
  Appointment is subject to a satisfactory criminal background check and verification of work authorization in accordance with University policy.
• Health and Safety Compliance:
  The Director must comply with all University and clinical site requirements related to health and safety, including immunizations, infection control training, and HIPAA compliance.
• Continuing Competence:
  The incumbent is expected to maintain professional competence through continuing education, professional development, and adherence to all state and national practice standards.
• Work Schedule:
  
  This position includes 80% direct patient care in the Center.

• Open Date: 11/20/2025
• Open Until Filled:
  Yes
• Application Review Date: 12/05/2025
• Job Close Date: Not specified in the posting

Required materials for full consideration:
Curriculum Vitae (CV) or resume detailing clinical, administrative, and academic/scholarly accomplishments;
Cover Letter addressing qualifications, relevant clinical and leadership experience, and interest in the position (include in the cover letter: Statement of Leadership and Vision; Statement of Clinical Practice);
Contact Information for Three Professional References (including at least one supervisor familiar with clinical or…