Instruct and implement the Physical Therapist Assistant program to educate
students in accordance with the curriculum standards and objectives.
Education and Training at PMI is a meaningful career!
As a Physical Therapy Assistant Instructor at Pima Medical Institute,
you will be involved in both the growth and development of future Physical
Therapy Assistants and in the quality of our Physical Therapy Assistant degree
program!
We will count on your experience and expertise to train the students to
become well-qualified allied health professionals!
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Implement and evaluate daily lesson plans for students to include
scheduled activities and materials for semesters.
Assess curriculum and provide input based on expectations within the
profession and contemporary expertise.
Participate in developing processes and procedures to ensure students'
readiness and safety before their clinical education experience.
Participate in continuing education courses to acquire and improve
knowledge in teaching methodologies, adult learning, and creating
practical learning experiences.
Participate in PMI service and/or professional service events.
Plan instruction to achieve specific objectives based on student needs and
established curriculum.
Monitor students' attendance in the program and coordinate with Associate
Director when absences occur two days in a row. Prepare attendance reports
weekly for the office management department.
Review student success rates and implement a plan to reduce student
withdrawals. Maintain an 80% student success rate for all classes taught
in the program. Meet with students to encourage them to stay in the
program.
Maintain student grades by established policies. Prepare final grades at
the end of each semester to update student records and transcripts.
Evaluate students' performance regarding achievements in curriculum and
activities and make necessary provisions to meet learning needs.
Arrange and coordinate guest speakers, field trips, and visits to therapy
clinics.
Prepare lectures, labs, and practical demonstrations for students in class
and individually.
Assist and advise students with Physical Therapist Assistant program
curriculum.
May assist and coordinate externships for Physical Therapist Assistant
students.
Participates in projects to assist in meeting department goals determined
by the Program Director.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Associate's degree from a CAPTE accredited Physical Therapist Assistant or
Physical Therapy program recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education or
the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA). A baccalaureate
degree is preferred.
Three (3) years of full-time, or equivalent, post-licensure clinical
experience as a Physical Therapist Assistant or Physical Therapist.
Documented contemporary expertise in teaching responsibility and knowledge
of the content delivery method.
One (1) year of documented experience as an instructor in a CAPTE-
accredited Physical Therapist Assistant or Physical Therapy program
preferred.
Physical therapist or physical therapist assistant licensed, registered,
or certified according to regulations in the state where the program is
located.
A physical therapist or physical therapist assistant may hold a license,
registration, or certification from any U.S. jurisdiction unless otherwise
indicated in the state practice act where the program is located.
Verbal and written communication skills.
Knowledge of Word, Excel, PowerPoint, and other computer skills.
