Physical Therapist Assistant Instructor - Adjunct

Southwestern Community College; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 25,000 - 45,000; Part time

Job summary

Southwestern Community College seeks an adjunct Physical Therapy Assisting Instructor to support the PTA program, working with the Program Coordinator and Clinical Coordinator across classroom, lab, and clinical settings.

The role emphasizes delivering laboratory instruction, supervising student work, and maintaining program outcomes while upholding professional standards with students and clinical affiliates.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy or PTA with a health-related bachelor’s degree required.
• One year of professional experience in Physical Therapy Assisting or related clinical practice required.
• Valid NC PT or PTA license in good standing.
• Master’s degree preferred.

Responsibilities

• Provide laboratory instruction and supervision to develop student clinical and technical skills.
• Conduct and participate in clinical site visits to evaluate student performance and ensure alignment with program outcomes.
• Prepare and teach assigned PTA courses per approved outlines and schedule.
• Represent the College professionally in interactions with students, partners, and the public.
• Maintain a learning environment that challenges, engages, and supports students for success.
• Ensure learning outcomes are delivered and assessed per syllabus and program objectives.
• Maintain instructional records for assigned courses.

Skills

Laboratory instruction

Clinical supervision

LMS usage

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy

PTA with health-related bachelor’s

Master’s degree (preferred)

Job description

Statement of Primary Purpose

The adjunct Physical Therapy Assisting Instructor supports the Physical Therapy Assisting Program Coordinator and Clinical Coordinator in the coordination and delivery of instructional activities across classroom, laboratory, and clinical environments. The role also includes fostering and maintaining positive, professional relationships with students, faculty, and clinical affiliates to support a high quality educational experience.

Classification

Curriculum faculty, Adjunct

Essential Functions and Responsibilities

• Provide laboratory instruction and supervision to support student development of clinical and technical skill proficiency.
• Conduct and participate in clinical site visits to evaluate student performance, support clinical affiliates, and ensure alignment between clinical education and program outcomes.
• Prepare and teach assigned Physical Therapy Assisting courses in accordance with approved course outlines, program standards, and the published academic schedule.
• Represent the College in a professional manner at all times in interactions with students, clinical partners, community stakeholders, and the public.
• Create and maintain a learning environment that appropriately challenges, engages, supports, and communicates with students in a professional and respectful manner that promotes student success.
• Ensure course and program learning outcomes are effectively delivered and assessed as outlined in the syllabus and program objectives.
• Maintain accurate and complete instructional records for all assigned courses.
• Participate in program advisory committee meetings, accreditation related activities, and other programmatic initiatives as appropriate.
• Cooperate with scheduled student evaluations of instruction and use feedback for continuous improvement.
• Submit required college reports, documentation, and records accurately and within established deadlines.
• Attend departmental and instructor meetings and actively participate in program communication and collaboration as needed.
• Maintain all required professional credentials in accordance with accrediting agency and regulatory body standards.
• Demonstrate current and ongoing knowledge of Physical Therapy Assisting practice, standards, and technologies.
• Adhere to all college, program, and accreditation policies and procedures.

Additional Duties and Responsibilities

Perform other duties as assigned in support of the Physical Therapy Assisting program, division, and the mission, vision, and strategic goals of the College.

Minimum Qualifications

Education

Required: Bachelor’s degree in Physical Therapy OR an Associate’s degree in Physical Therapist Assistant WITH a Bachelor’s degree in a health related field.

Preferred: Master’s degree

Knowledge and Skills

A minimum of one (1) year of professional experience in the Physical Therapy Assisting field or related clinical practice is required.

Physical Demands

Demonstrate proficiency in the operation, maintenance, and instructional use of all PTA program related laboratory, simulation, and clinical equipment, and effectively train students in the safe and appropriate use of such equipment.

Licensing Requirement

Possess and maintain a current unencumbered licensure in North Carolina as a Physical Therapist or a Physical Therapist Assistant in good standing.

Possess and maintain a valid North Carolina Driver’s License and the ability to travel to clinical education sites and other locations as required.

Working Conditions and Environment

Ability to travel routinely throughout and beyond the College’s service area to clinical education sites, healthcare partners, and other program related locations, including occasional overnight travel for professional development activities, conferences, accreditation meetings, and other job related events.

Equipment Operation

Ability to demonstrate and operate all equipment required to perform the duties of a Physical Therapy Assistant in clinical, laboratory, and instructional settings. Ability to effectively use standard office equipment and learning management systems (LMS) to support instructional, administrative, and communication functions.

This position description covers the most essential functions and duties associated with this position. Other duties may be assigned by the President or appropriate supervisory personnel. The College reserves the right to alter duties, responsibilities, conditions, working hours, and job title as necessary.