Physical Therapy Lab Assistant

Scranton, PA; Scranton (Lackawanna County); On-site; USD 10,000 - 60,000; Part time

Job summary

An established educational institution seeks dedicated laboratory assistants for its Doctor of Physical Therapy program. This role is vital for supporting faculty in demonstrating clinical skills and providing feedback to students, ensuring a rich learning environment. Candidates must possess a Master’s degree in Physical Therapy or a related field, along with a license as a physical therapist. This position offers a unique opportunity to contribute to the education of future healthcare professionals in a dynamic academic setting. If you are passionate about education and physical therapy, this role is perfect for you.

Qualifications

• Licensed physical therapist with experience in technical lab procedures.
• Master’s degree in Physical Therapy or related field required.

Responsibilities

• Assist faculty in demonstrating and supervising clinical skills.
• Provide feedback to students in lab courses.

Skills

Clinical Skills

Technical Lab Procedures

Human Anatomy

Kinesiology

Applied Neuroscience

Education

Master’s degree in Physical Therapy

DPT or earned academic doctorate

Job description

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Department

Department Physical Therapy

Job Purpose

The University of Scranton’s Department of Physical Therapy has an ongoing need for laboratory assistants in its DPT program. Lab assistants may aid faculty in lab courses on an “as needed” basis.

Responsibilities

1. Assist faculty to demonstrate, supervise and offer feedback to students who are learning a variety of clinical skills and other relevant foundational science applications.

Minimum Qualifications

Licensed physical therapist as indicated in clinical skills labs; Experience with technical lab procedures (e.g., human anatomy, kinesiology, applied neuroscience) as indicated in relevant applied science labs.

Master’s degree in Physical Therapy or related health care or life science field.

Preferred Qualifications

DPT or earned academic doctorate (e.g. PhD, EdD) in physical therapy or a related field.

Work Schedule

Schedule will vary due to nature of position.

Classification

FLSA Classification: Non-Exempt

Application Instructions

Posting Number: S0883P
Open Date: 11/18/2024
Open Until Filled: Yes

Office of Human Resources

St. Thomas Hall, Suite 100 | The University of Scranton | Scranton, PA 18510-4633 | Phone: [phone] | Fax: [phone]