Description

Term Assistant Professor Physical Therapist Assistant/Academic Clinical

Coordinator for PTA

Job Number: 519710

Classification: Term Assistant Professor (F9)

Grade: UNAC Grade 30

Work type: Faculty Full-time, On Campus

Administrative Unit: University of Alaska Anchorage

School/Business unit: UAA College of Health

Location: Anchorage

Categories: Education/Instructional, Health Profession

Position Summary:

The School of Allied Health is seeking applicants for the Academic Clinical Coordinator of the Physical Therapist Assistant education program. Applicants must be a licensed physical therapist (PT) or a physical therapist assistant (PTA). The Academic Coordinator of Clinical education/faculty member will be responsible for the clinical education portion of the program, as well as teaching classes in the program and in the School of Allied Health.

Duties:

100Teaching courses including, but not limited to, didactic and laboratory instruction in the Physical Therapist Assistant program and the School of Allied Health. Direct student learning and assessing student progress in achieving the requirements of the program in the appropriate learning domains. Scheduling, coordinating and evaluating all aspects of the PTA clinical education program. Maintain office hours according to contractual guidelines. Additional duties include course revision, academic assessment, curriculum improvement, textbook evaluation, academic advising, program development and University committee participation.Essential

Summary of UAA/School of Allied Health: The University of Alaska Anchorage, School of Allied Health seeks an innovative, energetic individual who will work in a collaborative teaching environment in the delivery of Allied Health courses within the UAA Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) program. The clinical coordinator/faculty member appointed to this position will provide advising to prospective and current PTA students, didactic and laboratory education to students enrolled in the PTA program. The clinical coordinator/faculty member will be responsible for the clinical education portion of the program, as well as teaching classes in the program and in the School of Allied Health.

The University fosters an inclusive, welcoming and respectful campus community that promotes diversity, civility, inclusion, and an appreciation for each unique member of our academic community. UAA promotes and celebrates diversity through its academic and community support programs, clubs, committees, and councils. Intellectual honesty, mutual respect, and freedom from discrimination, intimidation, discriminatory harassment, and violence are central to our mission.

We honor diverse experiences and perspectives—including differences in ideas, religion, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, ethnicity, race, culture, nationality, age, disability, veteran and socioeconomic status—and strive to create welcoming and inclusive learning environments where all are treated with respect.

At UAA, valuing diversity is integral to excellence. Diversity maximizes our potential for creativity, innovation, educational excellence, and outstanding service to our communities.

Position Summary: This position will work in a collaborative/interdisciplinary teaching environment in the delivery of Allied Health courses within the UAA Physical Therapist Assistant program. The faculty member appointed to this position will provide advising to prospective and current PTA students, didactic and laboratory education to students enrolled in the PTA program. The Academic Coordinator will be responsible for the structure as well as the daily operation of the program, including organization, administration, periodic review and evaluation, continued development, and general effectiveness of program curricula. This position supports the University of Alaska bipartite mission of performing teaching and service.

Knowledge/Skills/Abilities:

Ability to teach entry-level Physical Therapist Assistant psychomotor, affective and cognitive competencies using various diverse pedagogical methods to engage students in learning, such as lecture presentations, laboratory assessments, Blackboard applications, research, and the ability to teach using online modalities.

Interpersonal skills necessary to deal effectively and professionally with a diverse population of students, faculty, staff, and the public.

Ability to work effectively in a faculty team, as well as function independently.

Demonstration of commitment to ongoing professional development.

Didactic and/or clinical teaching experience in a variety of areas of teaching (academic, clinical, continuing education, in-service).

Experience in student evaluation and outcomes assessment.

Commitment to and the ability to work effectively within the scope of the College of Health mission and to work with a diverse student and staff population.

Strong written, oral, and interpersonal communication skills; computer literacy.

Currency in contemporary physical therapy practice.

Knowledge of contemporary curricular content for the education of the physical therapist assistant.

Service on behalf of physical therapy education, the community, and/or the profession.

Preferred: Successful citizen partnership skills and experience maintaining partnerships with private and public agencies and organizations, including advisory boards.

Required Experience:

Minimum two years' experience in clinical practice.

Significant experience in clinical practice as a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant.

Preferred: More than five years' clinical experience.

Education/Training:

Minimum of a Bachelor's degree .

Licensure as a Physical Therapist; or licensure, certification, or registration in states where applicable as a Physical Therapist Assistant.

Preferred: Master's degree.

Salary : Salary will be based upon level of academic appointment, applicable academic preparation and experience.

Assignment Information: Term, Assistant Professor rank, Full-Time, 9 months per year and full employee benefits package (https: // www. alaska.edu/jobs/benefits/)

Special Conditions of Employment:

To be eligible for this position, applicants must be legally authorized to work in the United States without restriction. Applicants who now or may in the future require visa sponsorship to work in the United States are not eligible.

Successful candidate must provide official transcripts documenting academic credentials required for the position as a condition of employment as well as any national and/or state credentialing certificates.

This is not a remote position.

This position will be working at the Anchorage campus.

Application Requirements: In order to be considered for this position, applicants must upload the following documents to their online application:

Cover letter to include a description of previous activities representing and working with members of underrepresented groups

Curriculum Vitae/resume

Statement of inclusion and equity for mentoring, advising, and teaching diverse student population

Copy of transcript verifying highest degree

Copy of current PT license or PTA registration/certification/license

Copy of current BLS certification

Names and contact information for three professional references

Supplemental documents as additional information to support your application

Review Date: Review of applications will begin on June 20, 2022 and remain open until filled.

Union Representation:

This position is represented by United Academics (UNAC).

Term Position:

This position is term-funded and is reviewed annually for contract renewal at the University's discretion.

Reasonable Accommodation Statement:

The University of Alaska (UA) is responsible for providing reasonable accommodations to individuals with disabilities throughout the applicant screening process. If you need assistance in completing this application or during any phase of the interview process, please contact UA Human Resources by phone at 907-450-8200.

Affirmative Action Statement:

UA is an AA/EO employer and educational institution and prohibits illegal discrimination against any individual: www. alaska.edu/nondiscrimination

Background Check:

The successful applicant is required to complete a background check. Any offer of employment is contingent on the background check.

Public Disclosure Statement:

Your application for employment with the University of Alaska is subject to public disclosure under the Alaska Public Records Act.

University of Alaska is a Drug-Free Workplace.

University of Alaska campuses are Tobacco-Free.

Training Policy:

It is the policy of the University of Alaska (UA) that all employees are required to complete training to meet the requirements of the positions they hold, and to complete the required training within a specified period to remain employed at the UA.

Contact Information:

If you have any questions regarding this position, please contact University of Alaska HR at 907-450-8200.

Advertised: 26 May 2022 Alaskan Daylight Time Applications close:

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