University Of Saint Francis
PTA Lab Adjunct Division of Allied Health
University Of Saint Francis, Fort Wayne, Indiana, United States, 46804
POSITION TITLE:
PTA Lab Adjunct
DEPARTMENT:
Physical Therapist Assistant
POSITION STATUS:
Adjunct
POSITION REPORTS TO:
Program Director
JOB SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Program Director of the academic program, adjunct faculty will receive an hourly rate with a primary responsibility in teaching/assistant/instructor in PTA laboratory courses. Faculty members assess, plan, implement, and evaluate instruction for students in classroom settings or laboratories in coordination with established course and program objectives. Serving University of Saint Francis (USF) students and the USF community is paramount. To provide a consistent quality experience across the university, the USF Way, outlined in the Employee Handbook, is used to describe service expectations for all employees.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES/ACTIVITIES:
Teaching & Related Activities
The primary responsibility of a faculty member is effective teaching. Faculty are expected to:
Teach, on average, 8-10 contact hours per week.
Teach courses consistent with the catalog description and content map.
Teach assigned classes/lab at the scheduled time and place and meet required contact hours.
Integrate evidence-based practice in fulfilling all roles of faculty practice.
Collaborate with colleagues for instructional improvement via professional peer review.
Submit reports and requests for information promptly.
Fulfill the Code of Ethics of the university and for the profession.
Teach students using appropriate methodologies to facilitate student classroom and/or clinical learning experiences.
Create an effective learning environment for students.
Effectively communicate with students.
Facilitate critical reflection and support innovation in students.
Provide timely feedback and fairly evaluate students’ progress.
Evaluate student clinical, laboratory, and classroom performance and provide individual counsel and guidance as necessary to promote student success.
Propose plans to improve students’ performance.
Maintain appropriate records such as clinical evaluations, test scores, anecdotal notes, and attendance on an ongoing basis to document evidence of student progress.
Assignments may be adjusted for special assignments at the discretion of the Program Director.
USF WAY:
University of Saint Francis (USF) employees demonstrate a commitment to the University’s mission and support of its Catholic and Franciscan traditions. Employees provide the intellect, empathy, and ability to serve our students and community. The USF Way of serving is a source of pride for many employees. To provide a consistently high level of quality experience across our university, we provide the following service expectations for all employees:
Provide opportunities for deeper conversations, prayer, and reflection.
Utilize best practices in communication and service:
Apply care to your words and deeds to ensure respect for others.
Commit to follow through without exception and with quality.
Offer additional assistance after serving as in, “How else may I assist you?”
Respond promptly, whether in person, via phone, or email.
Recognize and celebrate milestones and achievements.
Use resources wisely and support green initiatives.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Graduate of an accredited physical therapy or physical therapist assistant education program.
Associate degree in discipline or related field required.
Current Indiana license to practice as a physical therapist or certificate to practice as a physical therapist assistant.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
Experience:
Prior teaching experience in clinical or classroom setting preferred.
Two to three years of professional experience within the field preferred.
Specific programs may have further qualifications to comply with accreditation requirements.
Knowledge and Skills:
Demonstrates an understanding of educational theory, instructional methods, and evaluation techniques used in higher education in a classroom setting.
Demonstrates analytical and organizational skills necessary to plan, implement, and evaluate educational activities to assure compliance with established goals and objectives.
Demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written, necessary to interact effectively with all university constituents.
Competence in educational principles and techniques used in higher education classrooms, laboratory, and clinical settings.
Knowledge of the profession including theory and practice, procedures, and regulations.
Proficiency in interpersonal and communication skills (verbal, written, and electronic) necessary to interact effectively with students, faculty, professional staff, administration, clinical affiliates, and the community.
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PTA Lab Adjunct
DEPARTMENT:
Physical Therapist Assistant
POSITION STATUS:
Adjunct
POSITION REPORTS TO:
Program Director
JOB SUMMARY:
Under the direction of the Program Director of the academic program, adjunct faculty will receive an hourly rate with a primary responsibility in teaching/assistant/instructor in PTA laboratory courses. Faculty members assess, plan, implement, and evaluate instruction for students in classroom settings or laboratories in coordination with established course and program objectives. Serving University of Saint Francis (USF) students and the USF community is paramount. To provide a consistent quality experience across the university, the USF Way, outlined in the Employee Handbook, is used to describe service expectations for all employees.
MAJOR RESPONSIBILITIES/ACTIVITIES:
Teaching & Related Activities
The primary responsibility of a faculty member is effective teaching. Faculty are expected to:
Teach, on average, 8-10 contact hours per week.
Teach courses consistent with the catalog description and content map.
Teach assigned classes/lab at the scheduled time and place and meet required contact hours.
Integrate evidence-based practice in fulfilling all roles of faculty practice.
Collaborate with colleagues for instructional improvement via professional peer review.
Submit reports and requests for information promptly.
Fulfill the Code of Ethics of the university and for the profession.
Teach students using appropriate methodologies to facilitate student classroom and/or clinical learning experiences.
Create an effective learning environment for students.
Effectively communicate with students.
Facilitate critical reflection and support innovation in students.
Provide timely feedback and fairly evaluate students’ progress.
Evaluate student clinical, laboratory, and classroom performance and provide individual counsel and guidance as necessary to promote student success.
Propose plans to improve students’ performance.
Maintain appropriate records such as clinical evaluations, test scores, anecdotal notes, and attendance on an ongoing basis to document evidence of student progress.
Assignments may be adjusted for special assignments at the discretion of the Program Director.
USF WAY:
University of Saint Francis (USF) employees demonstrate a commitment to the University’s mission and support of its Catholic and Franciscan traditions. Employees provide the intellect, empathy, and ability to serve our students and community. The USF Way of serving is a source of pride for many employees. To provide a consistently high level of quality experience across our university, we provide the following service expectations for all employees:
Provide opportunities for deeper conversations, prayer, and reflection.
Utilize best practices in communication and service:
Apply care to your words and deeds to ensure respect for others.
Commit to follow through without exception and with quality.
Offer additional assistance after serving as in, “How else may I assist you?”
Respond promptly, whether in person, via phone, or email.
Recognize and celebrate milestones and achievements.
Use resources wisely and support green initiatives.
MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
Education:
Graduate of an accredited physical therapy or physical therapist assistant education program.
Associate degree in discipline or related field required.
Current Indiana license to practice as a physical therapist or certificate to practice as a physical therapist assistant.
Bachelor’s degree in a related field preferred.
Experience:
Prior teaching experience in clinical or classroom setting preferred.
Two to three years of professional experience within the field preferred.
Specific programs may have further qualifications to comply with accreditation requirements.
Knowledge and Skills:
Demonstrates an understanding of educational theory, instructional methods, and evaluation techniques used in higher education in a classroom setting.
Demonstrates analytical and organizational skills necessary to plan, implement, and evaluate educational activities to assure compliance with established goals and objectives.
Demonstrates strong interpersonal and communication skills, verbal and written, necessary to interact effectively with all university constituents.
Competence in educational principles and techniques used in higher education classrooms, laboratory, and clinical settings.
Knowledge of the profession including theory and practice, procedures, and regulations.
Proficiency in interpersonal and communication skills (verbal, written, and electronic) necessary to interact effectively with students, faculty, professional staff, administration, clinical affiliates, and the community.
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