Physical Therapist Assistant Instructor | Part-Time | Employee Benefits Job Listing at Pima Medical Institute in Las Vegas, NV (Job ID 20012F51-0FD8-45A6-9C43-E7F2E999F7F1)

Description

Instruct and implement the Physical Therapist Assistant program to educate students in accordance with the curriculum standards and objectives.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Implement and evaluate daily lesson plans for students, including scheduled activities and materials for semesters.
• Assess curriculum and provide input based on professional expectations and contemporary expertise.
• Participate in developing processes and procedures to ensure students' readiness and safety before their clinical education experience.
• Participate in continuing education courses to acquire and improve knowledge in teaching methodologies, adult learning, and creating practical learning experiences.
• Participate in PMI service and professional service events.
• Plan instruction to achieve specific objectives based on student needs and established curriculum.
• Monitor program students' attendance and coordinate with the Associate Director when absences occur two days in a row. Prepare attendance reports weekly for the office management department.
• Review student success rates and implement a plan to reduce student withdrawals.  Meet with students to encourage them to stay in the program.  Maintain an 80% student success rate for all classes taught in the program.
• Maintain student grades by established policies.  Prepare final grades at the end of each semester to update student records and transcripts.
• Evaluate students' performance regarding achievements in curriculum and activities and make necessary provisions to meet learning needs.
• Arrange and coordinate guest speakers, field trips, and visits to therapy clinics.
• Prepare lectures, labs, and practical demonstrations for students in class and individually.
• Assist and advise students with the Physical Therapist Assistant program curriculum.
• May assist and coordinate externships for Physical Therapist Assistant students.
• Participates in projects to assist in meeting department goals determined by the Program Director. 

The list of essential functions is incomplete and may be supplemented.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS.

• Associate's degree from a CAPTE accredited Physical Therapist Assistant or Physical Therapy program recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). Baccalaureate degree preferred. 
• Three (3) years of full-time, or equivalent, post-licensure clinical experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant or Physical Therapist.
• Documented contemporary expertise in the area of teaching responsibility and knowledge of the content delivery method.
• One (1) year of documented experience as an instructor in a CAPTE-accredited Physical Therapist Assistant or Physical Therapy program preferred.
• Physical therapist or physical therapist assistant who is licensed, registered, or has certification according to regulations in the state where the program is located.
• A physical therapist or physical therapist assistant may hold a license, registration, or certification from any U.S. jurisdiction unless otherwise indicated in the state practice act where the program is located.
• Verbal and written communication skills. 
• Knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint. and other computer skills.