Physical Therapist Assistant

Georgia Piedmont Technical College; United States; On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

State of Georgia is seeking a Program Chair for the PTA program at Georgia Piedmont Technical College. You will provide leadership, set direction, and oversee curriculum, mission, and outcomes to prepare students for successful careers in physical therapy assisting.

The role involves managing quality assessment, budget, and reporting obligations, while mentoring students across classroom, simulation, and clinical settings to uphold program excellence.

Qualifications

• Master’s degree or higher in a related field is required.
• Active Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant license in Georgia (or eligibility).
• Minimum three years teaching in healthcare or PTA education.
• Experience in curriculum development and writing.

Responsibilities

• Lead PTA program chair, develop mission, curriculum, goals, and outcomes.
• Oversee quality assessment, budget, and statewide reporting compliance.
• Mentor students in classroom, simulation, and clinical practice.

Skills

Leadership

Organizational skills

Communication

Interpersonal skills

Education

Master's degree or higher in a related field

Tools

Blackboard

CPR Certification

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title

Physical Therapist Assistant

Agency

Georgia Piedmont Technical College

Job Requisition ID

JR0000005172

Shift

Any (United States of America)

Compensation Details

$72,500 ANNUALLY

Position

Full Time Program Chair / Physical Therapist Assistant

Primary Location

Clarkston

Essential Job Responsibilities

The ideal candidate for the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Program Chair will demonstrate strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills, ensuring the program’s success in fulfilling its mission and preparing students for successful careers in physical therapy assisting. Key responsibilities include developing and managing the program’s mission statement, philosophy, curriculum, syllabi, goals, and outcomes. The candidate will oversee continuous quality assessment and improvement efforts to maintain program excellence, assist in preparing and managing the department budget, and ensure compliance with college and statewide reporting requirements. Additionally, the candidate will participate in and document the development, implementation, and evaluation of the PTA education program while providing direction, mentorship, and critique to students in classroom, simulation, and clinical practice settings.

Minimum Qualifications

• A Master’s degree or higher from a regionally accredited institution in a related field.
• Active Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant license in Georgia (or eligibility to obtain licensure).
• At least three years of teaching experience in a healthcare or physical therapy education program.
• Experience in curriculum development and writing.
• Strong interpersonal, written, and oral communication skills.
• Current CPR certification.

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience with accreditation processes, such as CAPTE.
• Familiarity with Learning Management Systems, particularly Blackboard.
• Current CPR Instructor certification.
• Diverse clinical work experience in physical therapy.
• Proven success in developing professional partnerships and community engagement.

Salary / Benefits

The salary for this will be $72,500 annually. This is a full-time position with paid state holidays, accrued annual and sick leave, and the State of Georgia Health Flexible Benefits Program.

Minimum Qualifications: Minimum qualifications for this position will be determined by the teaching discipline and compliance with appropriate accrediting bodies. Faculty must be credentialed to satisfy all appropriate accrediting bodies for the course assigned

Equal Employment Opportunity

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

Georgia State Government Context

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.