Reporting to the Chair of the School of Health Sciences and Course Instructor, this position will support the safe and efficient operations of PTA (Physiotherapist Assistant) and / or OTA (Occupational Therapist Assistant) clinical labs. Accountabilities will include on site student support, teaching support, and implementation and maintenance of laboratory procedures.
Responsibilities
Under the direction of the Course Instructor, the Lab Technician is responsible for :
Consulting with the course instructor and attending all preparatory laboratory meetings
Ensuring student awareness of course objectives, approach, and evaluation techniques
Reinforcing, demonstrating, assisting and supporting pre-learned principles and their application to skills and procedures
Providing a learning environment that makes effective use of laboratory equipment
Supporting and maintaining lab safety, cleanliness and organization
Providing observation and monitoring student skills and progress using developed guidelines and criteria
Reporting on student progress / achievement to the Course Director
Maintaining records of attendance
Ensuring an equitable and accessible learning community
Qualifications
Education, Qualifications and Other Requirements
Minimum two (2) year diploma in OTA / PTA
Membership in CAOT, OSOT and / or OPA
Valid CPR and First Aid certification
Must be available for a minimum of 6 hours, and can be up to 15 hours on weekdays during the daytime
Experience
Minimum three (3) years of clinical experience as a PTA and / or OTA
Registered PTs and OTs are welcome to apply
Previous formal or informal lab technician experience is considered and asset
Skills
Strong interpersonal, problem-solving and communication skills (written and verbal) to interact with the college’s multi-cultural / racial / able staff, students and the public.
Understanding of and commitment to equity in education
Commitment to a team approach for problem-solving and conflict resolution.
Demonstrated ability to provide clarity in guiding / advising others to accurately explain processes and procedures
Ability to organize workload, establish priorities and work with minimal supervision