Program Chair / Physical Therapist Assistant

State-of-Georgi; Clarkston (GA); On-site; USD 65,000 - 80,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Paid state holidays

Annual leave

Sick leave

Health Flexible Benefits

Job summary

State of Georgia – Georgia Piedmont Technical College is seeking a dedicated Program Chair / Faculty for the Physical Therapist Assistant program at the DeKalb Campus. The role leads curriculum, outcomes, and accreditation-related activities to ensure program excellence and student success.

The ideal candidate holds a Master’s degree or higher, Georgia PTA/PT license, and at least three years of teaching experience in healthcare education, with strong leadership and communication skills and CPR

Qualifications

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

Responsibilities

• Develop and manage the PTA program’s mission, philosophy, curriculum, syllabi, goals, and outcomes.
• Oversee quality assessment and program improvement efforts.
• Assist in budgeting and compliance with college/state reporting requirements.
• Direct and mentor students in classroom, simulation, and clinical practice settings.
• Document development, implementation, and evaluation of the PTA education program.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Written and oral communication

Curriculum development

Leadership / mentoring

CPR certification

Education

Master’s degree or higher in a related field

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:Program Chair / Physical Therapist AssistantAgency:Georgia Piedmont Technical CollegeJob Requisition ID:JR0000003660Shift:Not Applicable (United States of America)Compensation Details:Job Description:POSITION: FULL TIME PROGRAM CHAIR / FACULTY – PHYICAL THERAPIST ASSISANTPRIMARY LOCATION: DEKALB CAMPUSESSENTIAL JOBRESPONSIBILITIES: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. NOTE: All applicants must complete an online application, upload resume, unofficial transcripts, and cover letter. Official Transcripts are required within 60 days of employment.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 assignedEqual Employment Opportunity EmployerThe 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.