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Physical Therapist Assistant Program Lab Assistant
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A Physical Therapy Assistant assists physical therapists to help patients with disabling injuries or conditions improve their range of motion and manage their pain. Helps patients learn exercises and teaches them to use therapeutic equipment. Works in the office of a physical therapist or in a healthcare facility.
$61,714 / year median in Maryland
+13% projected growth
Job Description
Physical Therapist Assistant Program Lab Assistant
Position Details Position Information About Us Howard Community College (HCC) is an exciting place to work, learn, and grow! We are proud to have received the Great Colleges to Work For honor for 12 consecutive years, 2009-2020.Howard Community College values diversity among its faculty, staff and student population. We are an innovative institution that is committed to responding to the ever-changing needs and interests of a diverse and dynamic community. No matter w you want to go in your career, you can get t from ! Position Title Physical Therapist Assistant Program Lab Assistant FLSA Non-Exempt FT/PT Part Time Hours Per Week Up to 25 Work Schedule Monday-Friday Position Salary Range $35 to $50 per hour, depending on the candidate's licensure type and relevant experience. Summary The Physical Therapist Assistant Program is seeking a qualified and dependable Lab Assistant to support hands-on learning activities in PTA laboratory courses. The Lab Assistant will work under the direction of program faculty to help prepare the laboratory environment, support students during supervised practice, and promote safe and effective use of equipment and instructional materials.
This temporary, semester-based position is well suited for a licensed Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant who is interested in contributing to the education and professional development of future PTA clinicians. Essential Role Responsibilities
This temporary, semester-based position is well suited for a licensed Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant who is interested in contributing to the education and professional development of future PTA clinicians. Essential Role Responsibilities
- Prepare laboratory spaces, equipment, supplies, treatment areas, and instructional materials before scheduled lab sessions.
- Assist faculty during laboratory demonstrations, skills practice, simulations, and student learning activities.
- Provide students with supervised opportunities to practice psychomotor skills while reinforcing faculty instructions, course expectations, and appropriate clinical techniques.
- Monitor student safety and appropriate use of equipment during laboratory activities.
- Assist with cleaning, disinfecting, organizing, and securing laboratory equipment and supplies following each session.
- Help maintain an orderly, professional, and clinically appropriate laboratory environment.
- Demonstrate professional behavior, communication, and patient-centered care consistent with physical therapy practice standards.
- Report equipment concerns, supply needs, safety issues, or student concerns to the supervising faculty member.
- Maintain student privacy and confidentiality in accordance with FERPA and institutional policies.
- Perform other laboratory support duties as assigned by the PTA Program Director or course faculty. Minimum Education Required Experience Required
- Current Physical Therapist or Physical Therapist Assistant .