Physical Therapist Assistant Program Lab Assistant

Howard Community College; Baltimore (MD); On-site; Part time

Job summary

Howard Community College is seeking a part-time Lab Assistant for the Physical Therapist Assistant Program to support hands-on learning in PTA labs. The role involves preparing labs, assisting demonstrations, supervising practice, and promoting safe, patient-centered techniques under faculty supervision.

The ideal candidate will hold a PT or PTA license or be a graduate of an accredited PTA/PT program, have at least one year of full-time clinical experience, and demonstrate strong communication

Qualifications

• Current license as Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Graduate of an accredited PT or PTA program.
• Minimum of one year full-time clinical experience in physical therapy.
• Competence in foundational physical therapy procedures and patient care.
• Ability to safely operate PT equipment and assist students.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff and students.
• Commitment to an inclusive learning environment.

Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratory spaces, equipment, supplies before lab sessions.
• Assist faculty during demonstrations, skills practice, simulations.
• Provide supervised opportunities for students to practice psychomotor skills.
• Monitor student safety and equipment use during labs.
• Assist with cleaning, disinfecting, and organizing lab equipment.
• Maintain a professional, clinical lab environment.
• Demonstrate professional behavior and patient‑centered care.
• Report equipment concerns or safety issues to supervising faculty.
• Maintain student privacy per FERPA and institutional policies.
• Perform other duties as assigned by program leadership.

Skills

PT license

Clinical experience

Communication skills

Team collaboration

Safety awareness

Education

Graduate of accredited PT/PTA program

Job description

Position Title

Physical Therapist Assistant Program Lab Assistant

Employment Details

• FLSA: Non-Exempt
• Full or Part Time: Part Time
• Hours per Week: Up to 25
• Work Schedule: Monday-Friday
• Salary Range: $35 to $50 per hour, depending on licensure and experience

Summary

The Physical Therapist Assistant Program is seeking a qualified and dependable Lab Assistant to support hands‑on learning activities in PTA laboratory courses. The Lab Assistant will work under the direction of program faculty to help prepare the laboratory environment, support students during supervised practice, and promote safe and effective use of equipment and instructional materials. This temporary, semester‑based position is well suited for a licensed Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant who is interested in contributing to the education and professional development of future PTA clinicians.

Essential Role Responsibilities

• Prepare laboratory spaces, equipment, supplies, treatment areas, and instructional materials before scheduled lab sessions.
• Assist faculty during laboratory demonstrations, skills practice, simulations, and student learning activities.
• Provide students with supervised opportunities to practice psychomotor skills while reinforcing faculty instructions, course expectations, and appropriate clinical techniques.
• Monitor student safety and appropriate use of equipment during laboratory activities.
• Assist with cleaning, disinfecting, organizing, and securing laboratory equipment and supplies following each session.
• Help maintain an orderly, professional, and clinically appropriate laboratory environment.
• Demonstrate professional behavior, communication, and patient‑centered care consistent with physical therapy practice standards.
• Report equipment concerns, supply needs, safety issues, or student concerns to the supervising faculty member.
• Maintain student privacy and confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and institutional policies.
• Perform other laboratory support duties as assigned by the PTA Program Director or course faculty.

Experience Required

• Current Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant license.
• Graduate of an accredited Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant program.
• Minimum of one‑year full‑time clinical experience as a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Demonstrated competence in foundational physical therapy procedures and patient care skills.
• Ability to safely operate and assist students with physical therapy equipment and laboratory activities.
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with faculty, staff, and students.
• Commitment to maintaining a respectful, inclusive, and supportive learning environment.

Minimum and Preferred Qualifications

• Current or recent clinical experience as a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant.
• Previous experience supervising, mentoring, educating, or supporting PTA students.
• Familiarity with contemporary physical therapy practice, documentation, safety standards, and infection‑control procedures.
• CPR certification.
• Experience and/or specialty in one or more clinical practice areas, including orthopedic, neurological, acute care, rehabilitation, or outpatient physical therapy.

Physical Demand Summary

• Stand and move throughout extended laboratory sessions.
• Assist with patient positioning, transfers, gait activities, and equipment setup.
• Demonstrate or support physical therapy techniques.
• Lift, move, or arrange laboratory supplies and equipment.
• Perform duties requiring appropriate body mechanics and physical mobility.

EEO Statement

Howard Community College is an Equal Employment Opportunity & Affid­ative Action employer & values diversity within its faculty, staff & student population. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. Howard Community College understands that persons with specific disabilities may need assistance with the job application process and/or with the interview process. For confidential assistance with the job application process, please contact the Office of Human Resources at 443‑518‑1100.