Physical Therapist Educator Assistant
University of Miami

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The University of Miami/UHealth Department of Physical Therapy is currently seeking a part time Physical Therapist Educator Assistant to work in Coral Gables, FL. The Physical Therapist Educator Assistant (H) assists with student instruction in practical and laboratory activities associated with classes in the didactic portion of the DPT curriculum. This employee works one-to-one with students during scheduled class periods and assists the course master with hands-on activities and practical examinations, grading, and scoring structured class activities.

CORE JOB FUNCTIONS

• Works one-on-one and in small groups with graduate DPT students during scheduled structured laboratory experiences.

• Works with core faculty in the DPT curriculum to implement scheduled laboratory activities.

• Attends lectures associated with structured activities to prepare for them.

• Gives oral and/or written feedback to students about their performance.

• Provides guest lectures in areas of expertise as needed.

• Performs other duties as directed by supervising faculty and/or DPT program director.

• Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.

This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

CORE QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

Doctoral degree in relevant field

Certification and Licensing:

Current Florida Licensed Physical Therapist

Experience:

Minimum 1 year of relevant experience

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes:

• Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.

• Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.

• Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.

• Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.

• Commitment to the University's core values.

• Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.

Department Specific Functions

Education and/or Experience

* The individual must be a graduate from a physical therapy program approved by the APTA and must hold a FL PT license, or be eligible for licensure in FL.

* The individual must have knowledge of and maintain standards of professional and ethical practice according to APTA guidelines.

* The individual must have expertise in the area of emphasis of the course for which he/she is providing supplemental instruction.

* The individual must have good written and verbal communication skills.

The University of Miami offers competitive salaries and a comprehensive benefits package including medical, dental, tuition remission and more.

UHealth-University of Miami Health System, South Florida's only university-based health system, provides leading-edge patient care powered by the ground breaking research and medical education at the Miller School of Medicine. As an academic medical center, we are proud to serve South Florida, Latin America and the Caribbean. Our physicians represent more than 100 specialties and sub-specialties, and have more than one million patient encounters each year. Our tradition of excellence has earned worldwide recognition for outstanding teaching, research and patient care. We're the challenge you've been looking for.

The University of Miami is an Equal Opportunity Employer - Females/Minorities/Protected Veterans/Individuals with Disabilities are encouraged to apply. Applicants and employees are protected from discrimination based on certain categories protected by Federal law. Click here for additional information.

Job Status:Part timeEmployee Type:StaffPay Grade:H12

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