Adjunct Physical Therapist Assistant Program

Job Summary

The primary duties for the successful candidate will be teaching Physical Therapist Assistant classes for New River Community and Technical College.

Adjunct faculty members serve multiple roles as teachers, mentors, colleagues, and scholars. Adjunct faculty are expected to excel in classroom instruction and to fulfill various responsibilities related to their assigned teaching duties.

Nature of Work

1. Modalities/Physical Agents
2. Patient Care Skills
3. Pathophysiology
4. Neuro/Peds
5. Cardiopulmonary Rehabilitation

Distinguishing Characteristics

Summary of Core Responsibilities:

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skill, and/or ability required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Skills/Abilities

Each associated faculty member has contemporary expertise in assigned teaching areas and demonstrated effectiveness in both teaching and evaluation of student learning.

Evidence of the individual's contemporary expertise specific to assigned teaching content in the PTA program. This evidence may include:

Education (including post-professional academic work, residency, and continuing education).

Clinical expertise (specifically related to teaching areas, e.g., certification as a clinical specialist, residency, fellowship).

Consultation and service related to teaching areas.

Other evidence that demonstrates contemporary expertise, for example:

Scholarship (e.g., publications, grant activities, and presentations related to teaching areas).

Written evidence of evaluation of course materials by a content expert.

Independent study and evidence-based review that results in critical appraisal and in-depth knowledge of subject matter.

Formal mentoring (include description of experiences, time frame, and qualifications of mentor).

Responsibilities

Demonstrate ability to relate and work effectively with students, peers and the public.

Commit to the mission and objectives of New River Community and Technical College.

Meet the academic demands of the program.

Provide own transportation and be punctual and regular in attendance.

Travel to various campus locations to teach, including evenings.

Be accessible and responsive to students through e-mail, phone, or scheduled office hours or at other times.

Demonstrate typing and computer skills.

Meet classes as scheduled.

Evaluate student work and maintain accurate records of students' academic standing.

Provide students with constructive, encouraging, and corrective feedback in a timely manner.

Direct and supervise student learning in the classroom areas.

Evaluate student performance weekly, at mid-term and at the end of the semester using the appropriate course evaluation tool.

Respect the confidentiality of student information; refrain from discussing or releasing such information except within recognized limits.

Demonstrate integrity and positive interpersonal and communication skills.

Fulfill all expectations of adjunct faculty.

Communicate and collaborate with faculty, mentor or department chair.

Use common assessment tracking questions for the final assessment and report the tracking results on time to the faculty in charge.

Accurately complete course assessments and submit them within department timelines.

Join department meetings and participate in college activities as able.

Provide the course evaluation at the end of each semester and encourage completion.

Education and Certification

Associate's degree or Higher - Physical Therapist Assistant or Physical Therapist - Required

Bachelor's degree or Master's degree - Physical Therapist - Preferred

Licensure - Hold an active, unencumbered PT license or PTA license in any United Stated Jurisdiction and are in compliance with the practice act in jurisdiction where the program is located. - Required

Experience

In addition to the knowledge/education, the following related work experience is typically required for this position. An equivalent combination of education and recent, related experience may be acceptable.

A minimum of three years of full-time (or equivalent) post licensure clinical experience in physical therapy practice and hs contemporary expertise in assigned teaching areas and demonstrated effectiveness in teaching and evaluation of student learning. - Required

Experience utilizing technology including Microsoft Word and other software programs - Required

Expectations

Employees are expected to adhere to the Mission, Values and Vision of the College. Each employee's position has attributes that contribute to the achievement of these goals.

Mission:
New River Community and Technical College provides accessible, affordable, quality education and workforce programs to meet the needs of the region it serves.

Values
Shared values guide New River Community and Technical College in fulfilling its mission. These values influence thoughts, guide decisions, mold policies, and determine courses of action. Our employees are expected to support and enact these values in our daily work.

RESPECT
• Recognize and celebrate the unique contributions and perspectives of all individuals.
• Involve a diverse range of voices and perspectives in decision-making.
• Ensure everyone feels they are an integral part of the College.

HONESTY
• Communicate openly and truthfully.
• Take responsibility for one's actions.
• Provide accurate and transparent reporting of data.
• Make decisions based on ethical principles.

EDUCATION
• Encourage and support a culture of continuous learning.
• Facilitate the sharing of information.
• Offer access to a diverse range of educational resources.
• Encourage curiosity.
• Regularly assess educational programs and supporting services.
• Cultivate a workforce of knowledgeable, competent, and skilled leaders.

COMMUNITY
• Actively engage with the local community.
• Partner with local businesses, organizations, and non-profits.
• Meet the educational needs and interests of the local community.
• Encourage and facilitate civic engagement among students, staff, faculty, and administration.

VISION
New River Community and Technical College will improve students' lives and will enrich communities as an increasingly integral part of the educational and economic landscape of southern West Virginia.

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