OverviewThis person will provide student instruction and supervision of physical therapy services for a physical therapy clinic in a non-faculty/non-teaching role.Qualifications
EDUCATION
- Graduation from a physical therapy school accredited by the Commission on Accreditation in Physical Therapy Education (CAPTE) with eligibility for Pennsylvania licensure as a physical therapist. Required
LICENSES AND CERTIFICATIONS
- PT - Physical Therapist Current Pennsylvania PT license. Required
- APTA - Physical Therapy Credentialed Clinical Instructor. Preferred
- CPR - Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation from American Heart Association. Required
EXPERIENCE
- Three (3) years of full-time experience in a physical therapy setting. Required
- Relevant teaching experience as a clinical instructor or in an educational setting Preferred
ABILITIES AND SKILLS
- Interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and courteously with students, faculty, staff, and the public. Required
- Sensitivity to the expectations of students, faculty, and staff. Ability to communicate effectively both orally and in written form. Required
- Developed organizational skills. Required
- Demonstrated sensitivity to diversity and multicultural issues. Required
- Functional ability with computers or ability to learn computer functions. Required
Responsibilities
Provide overall supervision of operations of the physical therapy clinic.Perform physical therapy evaluations and treatmentsInstruct and supervise students in patient care and operation of the physical therapy clinic.Maintain accurate and timely documentation of all physical therapy services.Schedule patients to ensure high-quality student learning experiencesIdentify referral growth opportunitiesRefer patients for follow-up services or further consultationEnsure patient and student safetyManage environmental emergencies that may occur in the clinical session.Abide by College policies and procedures and the Pennsylvania State Physical Therapy Practice ActPhysical Standards and Special Job Features
- Conduct routine physical tasks and maneuvers to position patients and equipment.
- Requires adequate coordination, balance, and agility.
Pay TransparencyHourly rate is $55.College StatementThis is not a complete itemization of all facets of this position. This job description is not an employment agreement or contract. The College has the exclusive right to alter this job description at any time without prior notice.EEO Statement
Penn College is committed to equal opportunity and the diversity of its workforce.
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Job CodeAM392