Adjunct-Physical Therapy Assistant

Job Title: Adjunct Instructor - Physical Therapy Assistant General Summary: Central Methodist University seeks PT/PTA practitioner applicants for the position of adjunct faculty instructor for the Physical Therapist Assistant Program. The candidate will conduct themselves in a way to enable the program to achieve its purposes and advance the mission of Central Methodist University. A successful candidate will demonstrate aptitude to implement instructional strategies, teach assigned courses, assess student learning, interact with program and departmental faculty to facilitate achievement of program and student outcomes. Primary Duties & Responsibilities: The adjunct faculty position must be filled by a physical therapist or physical therapist assistant licensed in the state of Missouri. This faculty member will contribute to the functioning of the PTA program through a variety of mechanisms including, but not limited to, teaching and course assessment. Respond to inquiries from students, College employees and customers in a timely manner; maintain confidentiality and privacy in accordance with the College, HIPAA, FERPA, student records, and any other protected documentation. Teach courses in accordance with established objectives and syllabus; evaluate student learning. Provide continuity and reinforcement of the teaching/learning process throughout the curriculum. Collaborate with members of health agencies to maximize student learning while protecting patients. Develop, coordinate and maintain the department plan to assess student academic achievement.

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Maintain and make available a current schedule to accommodate student learning needs. Teach lecture and laboratory courses and operate laboratory equipment. Establish and monitor safety practices within the classroom and laboratory and at clinical sites. Create and pursue a plan to develop professional opportunities within the scope of work responsibilities, department, and College objectives. Open to pursuing developing education and knowledge base. Participate in program assessment through data collection and analysis in accordance with the established program and institutional assessment plans. Perform other duties as assigned. Education & Experience Qualifications: Candidate must be a licensed physical therapist or physical therapist assistant. A graduate of an CAPTE accredited program, and must hold a current license to practice in the State of Missouri. A minimum of a Bachelor's degree in Physical Therapy or a related field is required. Must be currently licensed in Missouri as a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant. Must have a minimum of three years full-time, post-licensure clinical work experience in Physical Therapy. Experience with student assessment in classroom or clinical settings preferred Candidate must have experience with the PT/PTA relationship and experience supervising students in the PT clinical education environment. In addition, the ideal candidate will have contemporary expertise in assigned teaching areas. Clinical expertise in the area of Orthopedic Rehabilitation preferred. Physical Requirements: Ability to sit/stand for the duration of the class meetings. Physically able to complete Physical Therapy professional workload Operate classroom and audio-visual equipment. Speak loudly and clearly enough to be understood by students. Other Skills & Abilities: Computer: Keyboarding skills, familiar with relevant software, ability to navigate the internet and myCMU and Canvas online interface. To receive an application, please email HR@centralmethodist.edu or call 660-248-6899. Review of applications will begin immediately and continue until the position is filled. CMU Employees provide collegial, collaborative contributions to their areas and the University as a whole. They should stimulate a harmonious, productive and inviting work environment that is customer service oriented. Each must maintain a commitment to the mission and purposes of CMU. Central Methodist University is an Equal Opportunity Employer.