"Part-Time Faculty - Physical Therapist Assistant Program"

Part-Time Faculty - Physical Therapist Assistant Program

Company: Blinn College

Job Location: Brenham

Category: Physical Therapy

Type: Adjunct/Part-Time

Requisition Number: 2025041F

Salary Range: Per faculty salary schedule

DBM Rating: N/A

Job Category: Faculty

Anticipated Start Date: 08/25/2025

Campus: RELLIS

Application Deadline: 08/11/2025

FLSA Status: Exempt

Security Sensitive?: Yes

Work Hours: M-F 8:00-5:00, Dependent on program needs

Objective

The Physical Therapist Assistant Faculty/Instructor teaches Physical Therapist Assistant courses in the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) Program as scheduled, following the course description, outline and syllabus established. The faculty/instructor will provide input for curriculum development, student advising, and participation in program and institutional development. In addition, PTA faculty/instructor may assist with coordination and supervision of the clinical training portion of the program.

Essential Duties

1. Teach assigned courses following the course syllabus and outline.
2. Prepare all necessary lecture and/or lab material, course syllabus including objectives and competencies, exams and lab practicals for courses taught utilizing instructional materials and methods appropriate for the subject matter.
3. Participate in supervision of student performance in the lab teaching area, to include evaluations and grading of course work that supports the course.
4. Have a thorough knowledge of physical therapy and related health fields and be able to present material well in a classroom/laboratory situation.
5. Provide input to the director and perform a periodic review of the educational program, assess the general effectiveness of the program, and ensure continued development and update of the Blinn College PTA Program.
6. Participate in curriculum development, review, and revision as it pertains to classroom and lab experiences.
7. Advise prospective and current PTA students and have a general knowledge of degree requirements, programs, and course transfer information.
8. Assist with the admissions process for the PTA Program including screening and interviewing of applicants.
9. Prepare all necessary lecture material, course syllabus including objectives and competencies, exams and lab practicals for courses taught utilizing instructional materials and methods appropriate for the subject matter.
10. Provide input to the director on budget, computer software, lab materials, books, and instructional materials to ensure a sound educational program.
11. Establish and ensure the proper utilization and repair of the laboratory equipment in accordance with defined educational objectives.
12. Assist with coordination and supervision of clinical work (practicums) at clinical affiliation sites.
13. Assist the director in maintaining complete student records for admission, health, attendance, achievement evaluation, and clinical competency.
14. Establish and maintain an active liaison with the physical therapy community and the program.
15. Promote good interpersonal and interdepartmental relationships.
16. Exhibit professional appearance at all time.
17. Have a thorough knowledge of physical therapy and related health fields and be able to present material well in a classroom or laboratory situation.
18. Assist students with varied backgrounds to achieve their optional potential through positive motivation, encouragement, and the stimulation of critical thinking skills in a courteous manner.
19. Maintain competence in the academic area and be an active member of professional organizations including the American Physical Therapy Association, Texas Physical Therapy Association, and the Texas Consortium of Physical Therapist Assistant Educators.
20. Meet deadlines for required paperwork and accept assignments delegated by the director.
21. Serve on committees in service to Blinn College District and other duties as assigned.

Minimum Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Associate degree in Physical Therapist Assistant studies or Graduate degree in Physical Therapy.
2. Current PT or PTA license in the state of Texas.
3. Minimum 3 years of licensed field experience.

Preferred Experience and Training

1. Bachelor's degree or higher.
2. Didactic and/or clinical teaching experience.

Physical Requirements

1. Light lifting
2. Reaching above shoulder
3. Simple Grasping
4. Walking
5. Standing
6. Sitting
7. Climbing stairs

Required Degree, License or Certifications

Current Physical Therapist (PT) license or Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) license issued by the Texas State Board of Physical Therapy Examiners.

Special Notes To Applicants

This is an at-will, 'per semester' position. Part-time faculty will be responsible for assisting primary instructor(s) and/or serving as the primary instructor for course(s) based on program needs each semester.

* Please be sure to detail on the application all previous employment that you wish to be considered as part of your qualifications.

* A detailed, complete employment application is required. It helps us to better evaluate your qualifications and will be used to determine salary if you are selected for this position. Be sure to provide job title and employment dates for all jobs you wish to be considered. Please include contact information from previous employers.

* A resume is required, but will not substitute for a complete employment application.

* Responses to the supplemental questions are used for initial screening only.

* Military/Veterans must provide a copy of their DD214 at the time of initial interview to receive military/veteran interview preference.

http://www.blinn.edu/academic_affairs/Faculty_Credentialing_Guidelines.pdf