Full-Time Program Coordinator - Physical Therapy Assistant

Georgia Department of Revenue•Atlanta, GA

27d•Onsite

About The Position

Atlanta Technical College (ATC) is seeking highly qualified applicants for its Full-Time Program Coordinator – Physical Therapy Assistant position in the Health and Public Safety Technologies Division of Academic and Student Affairs. This position is located on Atlanta Technical College’s main campus, just South of Downtown Atlanta. Under the general supervision of the Dean of Health and Public Safety Technologies, the Full-Time Program Coordinator (Physical Therapy Assistant) is responsible for fulfilling both administrative and teaching duties. As both a faculty member and program administrator, the Full-Time Program Coordinator holds planning, organizational, and supervisory responsibilities essential to the success of the college.

Requirements

Must possess and demonstrate a Bachelor's degree AND Two (2) years of related work experience.
Experience may substitute for the degree on a year-for-year basis.
Knowledge of project management in an academic setting
Knowledge of personal best practices, rules, and testing needs
Ability to break larger tasks into manageable smaller tasks
Oral and written communication skills
Skill in the operation of computers and job-related software programs
Skill in accurate recordkeeping
Organizational skills
Skills in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public
Decision making and problem-solving skills
Strong knowledge of Microsoft Office products
Excellent interpersonal and teamwork skills
Ability to work collaboratively
Ability to maintain confidentiality

Nice To Haves

Master’s degree or higher in Education
Physical Therapy or Physical Therapist Assistant degree from an accredited institution
Current licensure as a Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant in the State of Georgia
Five (5) years of full-time, post-licensure experience, including at least three (3) years of clinical practice in diverse specialties
Minimum of sixty (60) contact hours of professional development/education comprising education theory and methodology, instructional design, student evaluation and outcome assessment
Demonstrated knowledge of educational theory, instructional design, student evaluation, and outcome assessment, including nine (9) credits (or equivalent) in educational foundations
Proven experience in didactic and/or clinical teaching
Previous experience in administration or healthcare management
Active membership in the American Physical Therapy Association (APTA)
Ability to work flexible hours when necessary

Responsibilities

Demonstrate a variety of teaching techniques appropriate to the discipline and diverse student learning styles.
Implement appropriate assessment, testing, grading, student feedback, and record-keeping procedures.
Maintain current knowledge of the subject area and the application of skills within the contemporary workplace.
Execute student recruitment, enrollment, retention, graduation, and job placement activities.
Advise and counsel students regularly while maintaining accurate advisement records.
Provide necessary student support outside of class by maintaining designated office hours.
Ensure adherence to an approved master course syllabus and participate in the evaluation of student learning outcomes.
Exhibit effective writing, oral, and interpersonal communication skills with students, faculty, and staff.
Commit to the use of information and instructional technology in course delivery.
Design and coordinate instruction to meet or exceed state standards.
Enforce health and safety requirements in all classrooms and laboratories.
Communicate program and student needs to the Division Dean through strategic planning and budgeting.
Interview and recommend new full-time and adjunct faculty members for employment.
Facilitate the completion of adjunct faculty paperwork and payroll procedures.
Orient new faculty members to the college and the specific program requirements.
Coordinate activities for the program advisory committee and the maintenance of program accreditation.
Participate in state Consortium Committees, the college-wide Faculty Council, and IEP activities to promote program improvement.
Monitor equipment inventory and verify the accuracy of program information in all academic publications.
Manage the ordering of consumables and develop teaching schedules for all campuses.
Oversee maintenance and housekeeping activities to ensure an environment conducive to learning.
Maintain professional qualifications as required by the state and the college.
Adhere to the rules stated in the Technical College System of Georgia (TCSG) Policy Manual and all college-specific procedures.
Serve on assigned committees and participate in division-wide meetings.
Perform additional duties, as assigned.