Cameron T. Williams DPT, MS, PT 1006 5 th Ave, Houghton, MI 49931 906 370 1489 cam.williams.cw@gmail.com Education Simmons College, Boston, MA, Doctorate in Physical Therapy (DPT) Graduated with Distinction California College for Health Sciences, National City, CA, Master of Science in Community Health Administration and Wellness Promotion (MS) Graduated with Distinction Northern Illinois University, DeKalb, IL, Bachelor in Science Physical Therapy (BS) Graduated Magna cum Laude Rock Valley Community College, Rockford IL, Associate in Science (AS) Graduated with High Honors 2005 2002 1990 1987 Teaching Experience Finlandia University, Hancock, MI Professor PTA Program Courses taught: Introduction to Physical Therapy, Tests and Measures, Clinical Orthopedics, Geriatric PTA Central Michigan University, Houghton, MI satellite program Instructor DPT Program Team teaching: PTH 766 Physical Therapy Seminar IV Michigan Technological University, Houghton, MI Adjunct Assistant Professor School of Technology Courses taught: SAT 5121 Introduction to Medical Sciences, Pathophysiology, Healthcare Michigan Technological University, Houghton, MI Adjunct Assistant Professor Department of Kinesiology and Integrative Physiology Guest Lecturer: Careers in Physical and Occupational Therapy; Cranial Nerves and their function 1996-2016- 2013-2006- Administrative Experience PTA Program Director, Finlandia University, Hancock, MI Performed all duties of program director including but not limited to: Development and submission of all documents necessary for initial accreditation, ongoing compliance with CAPTE criteria and continued accreditation. Teaching assignments, Curriculum development, Faculty and staff recruitment, Fiscal management, Oversight of other faculty and staff activities and duties, Committee membership, Program Assessment 1996-1
Dean College of Health Sciences,* Finlandia University, Hancock, MI Provide oversight for all College of Health Science Programs * including but no limited to: o Fiscal management o Program Assessment o Faculty/Staff Evaluation o Human resource management o Scheduling o Student discipline *CHS programs include: BS HIM BSN RN to BSN Physical Therapist Assistant Medical Assistant Medical Billing and Coding Specialist Associate Dean College of Health Sciences,* Finlandia University, Hancock, MI Developed college mission, vision, and outcomes Conducted feasibility study for additional health care related program development, start-up of Medical Assistant Program *From 2007-2011 I had the title of Co-Dean College of Health Sciences. Title change to Associate Dean in the summer of 2011.To share Dean and Associate Dean responsibilities with fellow colleague on a rotating basis. 2013-2007- 2013 Acting Provost, Finlandia University, Hancock, MI Asked to serve as Acting Provost due to an abrupt resignation of Provost due to health concerns. Performed all duties of the chief academic officer for a period of one year with positive annual evaluation from the President of Finlandia University. Duties included: Budgetary Management Personnel Management/Evaluation Served on University Management Team Supervised Deans and Director of Student Living and Learning 2009-2010 Clinical Experience Keweenaw Memorial Medical Center, Laurium, MI. Title/position: staff physical therapist Duties: Evaluation and treatment of pathological conditions both neurological and Keweenaw Memorial Medical Center, Laurium, MI. Title/position: staff physical therapist Duties: Center Coordinator of Clinical Education; Grand Valley State University Outpatient program development Fiscal development and allocation of outpatient service Clinical Instructor for PTA students. Evaluation and treatment of pathological conditions both neurological and 1998-2011 1995-1996 2
Rehab Associates, Hancock, MI Title/position: Staff physical therapist 1991 promoted to Staff Supervisor/Clinical Services Duties: Evaluation and treatment of pathological conditions both neurological and Administrative duties of compiling and organizing the necessary information to qualify for Medicare Certification. Clinical Instructor for P.T. and PTA students; Grand Valley State University, University of Health Sciences/The Chicago Medical School, Kellog Community College Center Coordinator of Clinical Education; Central Michigan University Staff Supervisor/Clinical Services. Supervision of two P.T. aides, one PTA, and one ATC. 1990-1995 Scholarly and Creative Activity College of Health Science Assessment Plan Template: Finlandia University 2015 Used as a sample guide for program assessment development for the other schools within Finlandia university: Suomi College of Arts and Sciences, the International School of Business and the International School of Art and Design Bachelor s Degree Proposal, Health Information Management 2015 Assessment Plan: Physical Therapist Assistant Department Finlandia University 2014 Used at CAPTE Workshops as sample of excellence Book reviewer: One Hundred Orthopedic Cases, First Edition, ISBN 978-0-13-265306-0 ISBN 0-13-265306-0, Pearson 2014 Associates Degree Proposal, Medical Billing and Coding 2014 (author) PTA Program CAPTE Accreditation Self-Study 2013 (author) Faculty Handbook Committee 2013 (Finlandia University Handbook Revision) Associates Degree Proposal, Medical Assisting 2009 (author) PTA Program CAPTE Accreditation Self-Study 2003 (author) Achieving Our Mission, Finlandia University Newsletter May 2, 2003 Direct Access, Michigan Physical Therapy Shorelines, Winter 1999, Volume 27, No. 1 MPT-PAC vs. MPTA Legislative Fund, Michigan Physical Therapy Shorelines, Fall 1999, Volume 27, No. 4 PTA Program CAPTE Accreditation Self-Study 1998 (author) From the President, Northern Lights/MPTA-U.P. District Newsletter, Fall 1997, Volume 7, No.2 From the President, Northern Lights/MPTA-U.P. District Newsletter, spring/summer 1997, Volume 6, No.1 From the President, Northern Lights/MPTA-U.P. District Newsletter, spring/summer 1996, Volume 5, No.1 Delegation of Duties to Supportive Personnel - A Dilemma, Michigan Physical Therapy Shorelines, summer 1996, Volume 24, No. 3 Functional Capacity Evaluation - A Practical Guide March 1995, Volume 1 Memberships American Physical Therapy Association (APTA) 1988- Orthopedic Section Member 1993- Education Section Member 1996- Geriatric Section Member 2001- Health Policy and Administration Section Member 2012- Michigan Physical Therapy Association (MPTA) 1990- PTASIG Member 1996-3
Academic Administrators SIG 1998- Professional Association of Diving Instructors 1971- Alpha Eta Society - Northern Illinois University Chapter 1990- Professional Service CAPTE Onsite Reviewer 2015- APTA: Reviewer for Recognition of Advanced Proficiency PTA 2013- MPTA Chief Delegate 2014-2017 MPTA Chapter delegate 1996-2013 MPTA Board of Directors: Director #2 2011-2013 UP District nominating committee 2006-2008 MPTA nominating committee 2006-2008 MPTA Board of Directors: UP Chair 1996-2001 UP District Chair for 6 years 1996-2001 UP District Vice Chair for 3 years 1993-1996 Awards Finlandia University Service Award, Finlandia University 2001 & 2006 Member Alpha Eta Society, National Honorary Fraternity 1990 Academic Achievement Award, Northern Illinois University 1990 Illinois State Student Reative - APTA National Convention, Illinois Physical Therapy Association 1989 GRANT ACTIVITY 2016 Portage Health Foundation Authorship/participation: Provided author with College of Health Sciences data and strategies for grant development: Amount of funding awarded: Awaiting Foundation decision Nature of project: Capital expenses: building renovation, equipment purchase, scholarships 2000/01 - Retirement Research Foundation - $20,000 for PTA Program Development 1999/00 - Retirement Research Foundation - $30,000 for PTA Program Development 1989/90 - Retirement Research Foundation - $40,000 for PTA Program Development 1998 - H.A. & M.D. Towsley Foundation - $25,000 for PTA Student Computer Lab Author: Cameron Williams PT 1997 - Herrick Foundation - $20,000 for PTA Program Development Funds Co-author: Cameron Williams PT 1996 - Association for Lutherans - $25,000 for Development and Recruitment Strategies for Implementing a Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Program COMMUNITY SERVICE Volunteer Musician for fundraisers Engineers Without Borders (April 2016) Barbara Kettle Gundlach Women s Shelter (March 2016) Keweenaw Nordic Ski Club (December 2015) Keweenaw Family Resource Center (October 2015) 4
Copper Country Skating Academy Community Director 2009-2013 Copper Country Skating Academy Synchronized Skating Board Vice President 2007-2009 Copper Country Skating Academy Volunteer 1998-2013 Copper Country Junior Hockey Association referee 2005-2006 Copper Country Junior Hockey Association Youth Coach 1997-2005 Episcopal Association for College Work 1997-1998, Served as President for two years 2002, 2006, 2007 Trinity Episcopal Church Music and Liturgy Committee 1996-2000 A list of Continuing Education courses attended available on request. 5