Laboratory Instructors: Physical Therapy Assistant Program - Part-Time

Posting Details

Posting Summary

Working Title Laboratory Instructors: Physical Therapy Assistant Program

• Part-time Role Title Trainer Instructor III Role Code 29113-SW FLSA Nonexempt Pay Band 05 Position Number 286W0625 Agency Virginia Western Community College Division Virginia Western Community College (Div) Work Location Roanoke (City) - 770 Hiring Range Minimum of $26.16/hr., pay commensurate with qualifications Emergency/Essential Personnel No EEO Category N-No EEO-4 Reporting Full Time or Part Time Part Time Does this position have telework options? -Telework options are subject to change based on business needs- Does this position have a bilingual or multilingual skill requirement or preference? Work Schedule

TBD

Sensitive Position No Job Description

Virginia Western Community College is a two-year public institution of higher education operating under the Virginia Community College System, a statewide system of community colleges. The College operates under the policies established by the State Board for Community Colleges and the Virginia Western Community College Local Advisory Board.

Virginia Western is located on a 70-acre campus in southwest Roanoke, VA. The service region of the College includes Roanoke, Salem, Roanoke County, Craig County, Franklin County, and southern Botetourt County. The College was established in 1966 and has grown from an initial enrollment of 1,352 to its current annual enrollment of over 9,000 students in credit courses and more than 1,400 enrollments in fast-track workforce and continuing education courses.

The purpose of this position is to provide instruction and supervision in a laboratory setting to students enrolled in the Physical Therapist Assistant Program in the School of Health Professions at Virginia Western Community College. In addition, lab instructors may be asked to assist with mentorship, orientation, and/or remediation.

Applications will be received and considered on a continuous basis. Review of applications will begin when a need arises and will continue until needed positions are filled.

Special Assignments

May be required to perform other duties as assigned. May be required to assist the agency or state government generally in the event of an emergency declaration by the Governor.

KSA's/Required Qualifications

AAS in specific healthcare discipline. Current Virginia license in specific discipline.

Up to date continuing educational compliance. Two years of clinical experience in the professional discipline. Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal communication skills.

Ability to work with students of varying abilities from diverse backgrounds. On time attendance to each lab session and communication to program head if an emergency arises that will limit attendance. On time submission of all required documentation.

Ability to plan and organize assigned laboratory teaching activities for program placed students according to student level. Ability to communicate effectively with all members of the program faculty. Ability to facilitate student learning experiences to ensure mastery of stated objectives.

Ability to evaluate student learning as described in program assessments. Ability to effectively orient students to laboratory setting while ensuring student safety. Ability to adhere to all regulatory requirements for student supervision.

Ability to function in the role as a registered health professional and health professional educator. Ability to model positive culture of a healthcare professional. Ability to work with a wide variety of learners and adapt instruction and communication patterns to meet the needs of diverse learners.

Ability to meet the physical demands of laboratory teaching schedule. Proficiency with all fundamental program-specific skills and equipment, including but not limited to skills represented on student skills list. Ability to maintain confidentiality of student and program information.

Additional Considerations

Bachelor's degree. Prior teaching experience, preferable in a college setting

Experience using classroom technology

Operation of a State Vehicle No Supervises Employees No Required Travel

No

Posting Detail Information

Posting Number WGE_1835P Recruitment Type General Public

• G Number of Vacancies 3 Position End Date (if temporary) Job Open Date 02/20/2024 Job Close Date 02/19/2025 Open Until Filled Agency Website www.virginiawestern.edu Contact Name Email Phone Number Special Instructions to Applicants

In support of the Commonwealth's commitment to inclusion, we are encouraging individuals with disabilities to apply through the Commonwealth Alternative Hiring Process. To be considered for this opportunity, applicants will need to provide their Certificate of Disability (COD) provided by a Certified Rehabilitation Counselor within the Department for Aging & Rehabilitative Services (DARS). Veterans are encouraged to answer Veteran status questions and submit their disability documentation, if applicable, to DARS to get their Certificate of Disability. If you need to get a Certificate of Disability, use this link: https://www.vadars.org/drs/cpid/PWContact.aspx , or call DARS at 800- 552-5019.

Additional Information Background Check Statement Disclaimer

The selected candidate's offer is contingent upon the successful completion of a criminal background investigation, which may include: fingerprint checks, local agency checks, employment verification, verification of education, credit checks (relevant to employment). Additionally, selected candidates may be required to complete the Commonwealth's Statement of Economic Interest. For more information, please follow this link: http://ethics.dls.virginia.gov/

EEO Statement

The Virginia Community College System, an EEO employer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, the VCCS is committed to providing a work environment free of discrimination and harassment.

Employment decisions are based on business needs, job requirements and individual qualifications. We prohibit discrimination and harassment on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, sexual orientation, mental or physical disabilities, political affiliation, veteran status, gender identity, or other non-merit factors.

ADA Statement

The VCCS is an EOE and Affirmative Action Employer. In compliance with the Americans with Disabilities Acts (ADA and ADAAA), VCCS will provide, if requested, reasonable accommodation to applicants in need of access to the application, interviewing and selection processes.

E-Verify Statement

VCCS uses E-Verify to check employee eligibility to work in the United States. You will be required to complete an I-9 form and provide documentation of your identity for employment purposes.

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Applicant Documents

Required Documents

• Resume

• Cover Letter/Letter of Application

• Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

• Other Document
• AHP Letter