CLINICAL SUPERVISOR - PHYSICAL THERAPIST ASSISTANT

Company: Harper College
Location: Palatine
Posted on: November 20, 2024

Job Description:

Job Description

The Clinical Lab Supervisor plays a vital role in supporting the educational objectives of the Physical Therapist Assistant (PTA) education program by providing assistance and support in the clinical laboratory setting. This position involves collaborating with faculty, students, and other staff to ensure the smooth operation of laboratory sessions and the achievement of program goals.

Responsibilities

• Laboratory Preparation: Prepare laboratory materials, equipment, and supplies for scheduled PTA laboratory sessions.
• Assistance During Sessions: Assist faculty and students during laboratory sessions by providing guidance, demonstrations, and technical support as needed.
• Equipment Maintenance: Ensure the proper functioning and maintenance of laboratory equipment and instrumentation. Troubleshoot and perform minor repairs as necessary.
• Inventory Management: Maintain an accurate inventory of laboratory supplies, reagents, and equipment. Monitor stock levels and coordinate procurement as needed.
• Safety Compliance: Adhere to established safety protocols and guidelines within the laboratory setting. Provide instruction to students on proper safety procedures and practices.
• Documentation and Recordkeeping: Maintain detailed records of laboratory activities, including equipment usage, supply consumption, and safety inspections.
• Collaboration: Collaborate with faculty and other staff members to develop and implement laboratory exercises, experiments, and demonstrations that support the educational objectives of the PTA program.
• Student Support: Provide support and assistance to PTA students as they engage in laboratory activities. Offer guidance on laboratory techniques, procedures, and best practices.
• Quality Assurance: Assist with quality assurance initiatives to ensure the accuracy, reliability, and integrity of laboratory procedures and results.
• Professional Development: Stay informed about advancements in laboratory techniques, equipment, and technologies relevant to the field of physical therapy. Participate in professional development activities as appropriate.
• Open Lab: Provide students with opportunities for open lab, in collaboration with program coordinator and monitor attendance at open lab.
• Tutoring: Provide 1 on 1 and group tutoring regarding physical therapist assistant program courses during open lab hours.
  
  Qualifications
  
  

• Physical therapist and/or physical therapist assistant degree required.
• 1 year experience in the field of physical therapy required.
• Knowledge of laboratory safety protocols and procedures.
• Strong organizational skills and attention to detail.
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.
• Ability to work effectively as part of a team.
• Proficiency with basic computer applications and laboratory equipment.
• Commitment to upholding ethical standards and promoting a positive learning environment.
  
  About Us
  
  We are Harper College...the college in your community.
  
  The College was established by referendum in 1965 and opened September 1967. It is named for Dr. William Rainey Harper, a pioneer in the junior college movement in the United States and the first president of the University of Chicago.
  
  Harper College is now one of the nation's premier community colleges and one of the largest, serving approximately 29,000 students annually in Chicago's northwest suburbs. The College's academic programs prepare students for rewarding careers and for transfer to four-year universities. Harper offers associate degree and certification programs, advanced career programs, workforce training, professional development, continuing education classes, accelerated degree options for adults and developmental education programs.
  
  About the Team
  
  With continuous advancement in patient carer, health care workers with training in the latest technology and best practices are in constant demand. The Harper College Health Careers Division prepares students for a career in a variety of health settings, from hospitals and clinics, to nursing homes and community based organizations.

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