Laboratory Instructors: Physical Therapy Assistant Program - Part-time

Virginia Western Community College

Minimum of $26.16/hr., pay commensurate with qualifications

United States, Virginia, Roanoke

Nov 09, 2024

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
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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, anEEOemployer, welcomes applications from people of all backgrounds and recognizes the benefits of a diverse workforce. Therefore, theVCCSis 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	TheVCCSis anEOEand 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	VCCSuses 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.
Quicklink for Posting	https://jobs.vccs.edu/postings/70608