Physical Therapy Assistant Instructor

Qualifications

HS Diploma or GED (required) Associate's degree in PTA or greater (required) 4 years of related work experience as a PTA(required) Must have a current PT or PTA License in the state of Florida. Direct and specialized knowledge in the area of instruction (required) Direct and specialized knowledge in the area of instruction (required) Expertise in the area of assignment that demonstrates the skills needed to provide instruction Design and deliver engaging educational content, adapting teaching methods to diverse learning styles Build rapport with students, clinical partners, and colleagues, fostering a positive learning environment Flexibility to stay current with industry advancements and incorporate new knowledge into teaching practices Competence in evaluating student performance and providing constructive feedback Excellent verbal and written communication skills for effective instruction and interaction with students and colleagues Commitment to ongoing learning and participation in professional growth opportunities Frequently (80% or more of workday) Use hearing and sight (both near and far vision) Communicate with students and provide direct instruction Occasionally (up to 50% of workday) Use fine motor skills to operate personal computers, manual and electrical (dental, automotive, mechanical, nursing, etc.) equipment, as well as various diagnostic or procedure equipment Rarely (less than 20% of workday) Lift, carry, push, or pull up to 50 pounds with the assistance of mechanical interventions, students, or other employees Stoop, kneel, crouch, or crawl to provide instruction in labs and demonstrate procedures Able and willing to: Communicate, think, learn, and reason Use computers and computer systems (including hardware and software) to process transactions, store documents, enter data, or perform assigned tasks Safely ambulate and/or maneuver when on-site at Company locations Demonstrate and utilize active listening, inductive reasoning, information ordering and category flexibility Ability to use good judgment, problem-solving and decision-making skills Ability to maintain confidentiality and manage sensitive information with discretion Ability to work in a fast-paced environment where deadlines are essential and multiple projects are worked simultaneously Ability to gain, understand and apply information and data as it relates essential functions of the position Ability to foster long-term relationships with stakeholders Work is performed indoors in a climate-controlled environment when on site at assigned company location. Employees must be able to safely ambulate when on company premises. On campus and on site work locations include exposure to student learning environments with a variety of conditions. Employees must be able to follow all safety precautions including the use of personal-protective equipment. Employees must also be able to adhere to site-specific safety procedures. This position is designated as on site, or on campus to meet business needs. Remote and hybrid worksites must meet minimum technical standards for eligibility and participation. No travel required.