Physical Therapy Program Support

Advertising Summary: This position will support the clinical education team and DPT program to prepare for the CAPTE (Commission for Physical Therapy Education) accreditation visit in 2027. This is a short-term position with an expected end date in August 2027, although extension of this position may be discussed.

Unit: College of Health Professions MBU

Department: Physical Therapy

Department Summary: Virginia Commonwealth University offers one of the premier Doctor of Physical Therapy Programs in the country. Located in the newly furnished College of Health Professions building, the program provides students with easy access to state-of-the-art clinical and research facilities.

VCU's physical therapy program ranks 16th nationwide at a public university according to U.S. News & World Report (2026).

Duties & Responsibilities:

Tasks will include, but are not limited to, data entry, organization, and verification in Exxat, and application-based program for Clinical Education and contract management.

• Updating Exxat: update location, SCCE contacts, linking clinics to maps.
• Reviewing formatting for all documents (course syllabi, CV, faculty forms, etc) and entering into the portal.
• Data entry onto all CAPTE formatted forms.
• Quality assurance that all documents are submitted in proper sequence and nothing is missing.
• Providing administrative support to the Department of Physical Therapy.

Qualifications:

Minimum Qualifications

• High School diploma or equivalent and at least two years' experience in business office experience.
• Excellent written and oral communication skills.
• Proven ability to prioritize work, handle multiple tasks, and meet deadlines.
• Strong organizational and multitasking abilities with meticulous attention to detail.
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively within a team.
• Proficiency in Google Suite, Microsoft Office, Adobe Pro.
• Demonstrated ability to work in and foster an environment of respect, professionalism, and civility with a population of faculty, staff, and students from all backgrounds and experiences, or a commitment to do so as an hourly staff member at VCU.

Preferred Qualifications

• Previous experience with educational accreditation or academic processes.
• Previous experience in an administrative support role in higher education.

Salary Range: $20-25/hr

Benefits: All VCU employee types are eligible for a wide array of benefits to support you during your employment at VCU. Consult the benefits website for information on benefits eligibility according to employee type.

FLSA Exemption Status: Non-Exempt

Hours per Week: 20

Contact Information:

Contact Name: Tamara Buck, PhD, DPT

Contact Email: buckt@vcu.edu