Physical Therapist Assistant Instructor

Position: Physical Therapist Assistant Instructor Location: Linn, MO Job Id: 1079 # of Openings: 1 Physicianal Therapist Assistant Instructor Full-time, Days, Monday-Friday, On-Site Salary starts at $74,000 Overview State Technical College of Missouri is accepting applications for a full‑time Physical Therapist Assistant Instructor position for the Health Sciences program. The successful candidate will oversee clinical education, provide instruction to PTA students in theory and practice, and blend clinical expertise with educational leadership, ensuring students gain meaningful, real‑world learning experiences through high‑quality clinical placements. In this role, you will serve as the critical bridge between the classroom and the clinic, building partnerships with healthcare providers, coordinating student clinical experiences, and supporting students as they transition from learning theory to applying their skills in real patient care environments. Required Qualifications Holds an active, unencumbered PT or PTA license in any United States jurisdiction and is in compliance with the practice act in the jurisdiction where the program is located. Has a minimum of three years of full‑time (or equivalent) post‑licensure clinical practice. Has a minimum of two years of clinical practice as an SCCE and/or CI or two years of experience in teaching, curriculum development, and administration in a physical therapist assistant education program. Has contemporary expertise in assigned teaching areas and demonstrated effectiveness in teaching and evaluating student learning. Teaching areas will include professionalism, documentation, basic patient care, pathophysiology, biophysical agents, and neurological rehabilitation. Job Responsibilities Coordinate, schedule, and supervise all student clinical education experiences for the PTA student, including developing and delivering instruction for multiple courses, skill labs, and assessment activities. Ensure students are clinically ready and demonstrate entry‑level competence with the expectations of the physical therapist assistant profession. Serve as the primary liaison between the college and affiliated clinical sites, ensuring compliance with program and accreditation requirements. Monitor student clinical performance through regular communication with PTA students, assigned clinical instructors, and on‑site visits, documenting progress, site compliance, and addressing concerns. Advise and prepare students for clinical education, ensuring readiness in safety, professional behaviors, and technical skills. Maintain accurate records, including accumulation of data of students’ clinical experiences, competencies, and clinical evaluations in accordance with CAPTE standards. Participate in program curriculum development and assessment to integrate clinical education with didactic instruction. Develop and maintain Canvas course shells and use the LMS to deliver course content and support student learning. Collaborate with the PTA program director on program evaluation, improvement plans, and preparation of CAPTE annual accreditation reports and self‑study reports. Ensure all clinical affiliates have current affiliation agreements and maintain sufficient contracted clinical sites to provide the variety required by accreditation standards. Assist and treat patients in the program’s pro‑bono clinic to promote community engagement and service‑learning. Collaborate with the program director and adjunct faculty to ensure curriculum alignment between classroom, lab, and clinical experiences. Support student advising, retention, and remediation efforts as well as marketing for the program. Participate in program faculty meetings, program advisory committee meetings, and professional development activities. Perform other related duties as assigned by the PTA program director. Equal Opportunity Statement State Technical College of Missouri is an Equal Opportunity, Equal Employment Opportunity organization and does not discriminate against any protected class in our educational programs, activities, or employment opportunities. Please see our complete Non-Discrimination Policy. #J-18808-Ljbffr