Adjunct - Physical Therapist Assistant

Indian River State College; Town of Florida (NY); On-site; USD 32,504 - 46,294; Part time

Job summary

Indian River State College is seeking an Adjunct - Physical Therapist Assistant to instruct and evaluate students in the Physical Therapist Assistant program. The role requires teaching effective competencies, collaborating with faculty, and ensuring student success through observation and evaluation.

Candidates should possess a Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy or equivalent and current Florida licensure. Strong communication skills and teaching experience with a diverse population are essential.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree preferred or relevant associate degree with additional qualifications.
• Current Florida licensure as a Physical Therapist or Assistant is required.
• Minimum one year experience in Physical Therapy.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and evaluate students in the Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Demonstrate knowledge using an instructional internet platform.
• Collaborate with faculty and effectively instruct courses.

Skills

Excellent communication skills

Teaching experience with diverse populations

Knowledge of contemporary healthcare practices

Education

Master's Degree in Physical Therapy or related area

Florida licensure and National Board Certification

Associate of Science degree in Physical Therapist Assistant

Job description

## Adjunct - Physical Therapist AssistantApplylocations: Fort Pierce, FLtime type: Part timeposted on: Posted 30+ Days Agojob requisition id: R5190# Job Description**QUALIFICATIONS, KNOWLEDGE AND SKILL REQUIREMENTS:**The qualifications and skill requirements for this position include:* Master’s Degree in Physical Therapy, Doctorate preferred, or a minimum of an Associate of Science degree in Physical Therapist Assistant and a Master’s degree in a health related area from a regionally accredited institution of higher education;* Current Florida licensure and National Board Certification as a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant;* A minimum of one year work experience in Physical Therapy;* Proven knowledge of contemporary healthcare practices;* Excellent communications skills, both oral and written;* Teaching experience with diverse populations and recent healthcare industry experience are also preferred;* Appropriate credentialing requirements for the Southern Association for Colleges and Schools (SACS).**ESSENTIAL JOB FUNCTIONS AND RESPONSIBILITIES:** The essential job functions and responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:* Instructing and evaluating theoretical knowledge, psychomotor skills and effective competencies in the Physical Therapist Assistant program;* Demonstrate knowledge and skills utilizing an instructional internet platform;* Demonstrating oral and written communication and teamwork;* Demonstrate the ability to recognize and respond to the individual differences of student population and a willingness to make students active partners in the teaching/learning process;* Flexibility for teaching day and/or evening classes.**SPECIFIC DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:**The specific duties and responsibilities for this position include, but are not limited to:* Collaborating with faculty and staff in the IRSC programs in Health Science and with other IRSC program areas;* Effectively instructing courses in Physical Therapist Assistant;* Evaluating student progress through examinations and observations of performance;* Actively supporting student success through individual counseling and advising;* Maintaining appropriate documentation of related student records;* Maintaining course related equipment and supplies;* Participating in department, division, and general faculty meetings;* Maintaining own professional development related to individual, professional, and institutional needs;* Adhering to all IRSC policies and procedures.**PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS:**This position requires an ability to sit, stand, walk, bend, lift, reach up, and stoop. This position also requires sufficient eyesight to observe patients, manipulate equipment and evaluate procedural results; sufficient hearing to assess patient needs and communicate verbally with students and other health care providers; sufficient verbal and written skills to communicate needs promptly and effectively in English; sufficient gross and fine motor coordination to respond promptly to the patient’s needs, manipulate equipment, lift a minimum of 30 pounds, participate as a team member of four in moving a 150 pound incapacitated patient, and ensure overall patient safety. It also requires manual dexterity to operate standard office machines, such as, copier, fax, calculator, telephone, and other equipment as necessary. IRSC expects its employees to follow proper safety standards while employed by the College.## ClassificationAdjunct## SupervisoryNo## FLSA ExemptYes## Employment TypeTemporary (Fixed Term)## ## Compensation and Application DeadlinePay rate for this position starts at: $28.60/hour | Exact compensation may vary based on skills, experience and education | Open until filled### About UsIndian River State College serves Florida’s Treasure Coast as the four-county region’s premier provider of post-secondary education. A comprehensive public institution, IRSC offers short-term career training, two-year Associate Degrees and Bachelor’s Degree programs. The College’s combination of quality, affordability and convenience attracts more than 30,000 students annually. Every aspect of IRSC is focused on helping students succeed. We appreciate your interest in IRSC and thank you for considering IRSC as your career choice.## ## ## IRSC EEO/Equal Access PolicyIndian River State College is an equal opportunity/equal access institution. It is the policy of the District Board of Trustees to provide equal opportunity for employment and educational opportunities to all (including applicants for employment, employees, applicants for admission, students, and others affiliated with the College) without regard to race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, religion, age, disability, sexual orientation, marital status, veteran status, or genetic information.For instructions on how to apply, please click here.