University of New Mexico
Albuquerque, New Mexico, United States
Temporary Parttime Faculty as Neurological / Gerontology Physical Therapy Lab Assistant - req# 14789
Posted over 1 month ago
Job Description
Temporary Parttime Faculty as Neurological/Gerontology Physical Therapy Lab Assistant
Posting Number | req14789 |
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Employment Type | Faculty |
Faculty Type | Adjunct |
Hiring Department | Orthopaedics Physical Therapy (497J) |
Academic Location | School of Medicine |
Benefits Eligible | Adjunct faculty may be eligible to receive certain UNM benefits in some cases. See the Benefits home page for more information. |
Position Summary |
The Division of Physical Therapy in the Department of Orthopaedics &Rehabilitation in the School of Medicine, Health Sciences Center, University ofNew Mexico has a Temporary Part-time Faculty lab assistant position availableto assist with teaching PT 608L, Neurologic Evaluation and Treatment III, and PT 670, Gerontology,to second-year Physical Therapy students during the spring semester of 2021. These courses are designed to provide the PT student with the knowledge ofcurrent models of physical therapy for adults and seniors with variousconditions that impact movement, function, life roles and quality of life. Commondiagnoses covered within the neurologic course include stroke, traumatic braininjury, spinal cord injury and degenerative diseases. Gerontology emphasizesthe complexity of the aging process and will include in-depth study of issuesunique to treating the diverse older populations health and well-beingincluding issues related to physical, psychosocial, and environmental factors. Thecourses are delivered as a hybrid model including online or in-person lecture,discussion groups, labs, and experiential learning. PT 608L is an eight-creditcourse, held four half days per week, and PT 670L is a five-credit course, heldtwo half days per week.
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Qualifications |
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Application Instructions |
Only applications submitted throughthe official UNMJobs site will be accepted. If you are viewing this jobadvertisement on a 3rd party site, pleasevisit UNMJobs to submit an application. A complete application includes: cover letter, CV and a copy of current NM PT license. In order to facilitate the applicant screening process, please ensure that the qualifications listed above can be clearly gleaned from your CV and detailed in your cover letter. |
For Best Consideration | For best consideration, please apply by 3/10/2021. This position will remain open until filled. |
The University of New Mexico is committed to hiring and retaining a diverse workforce. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer, making decisions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, veteran status, disability, or any other protected class. | |
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