Physical Therapy Assistant - 60%

Job Information Position Description Application Procedure

This is a 60% position in the Student Health Center. The employee will work full time hours during the academic year (fall and spring semesters) and limited hours during January-term and the summer months.

Job Duties
The Physical Therapy Assistant, under the general supervision of a Physical Therapist, and the Physical Therapy Director, assists Physical Therapists in the Student Health Center in the practice of Physical Therapy in accordance with the Wisconsin Medical Practices Act sections 448.50-448.59. This includes the administration of physical therapy interventions, treatment documentation, assisting with departmental operations, and other duties as assigned by the Physical Therapy Director.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

Qualified candidates will have the required education and licensure as stated above. This individual must possess excellent communication, interpersonal, computer, and patient-care skills.

Special Notes
Employment will require a criminal background check. A pending criminal charge or conviction will not necessarily disqualify an applicant. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, the University does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

For UW-La Crosse Campus safety information and crime statistics/Annual Security Report see http://www.uwlax.edu/StudentLife/securityreport.htm and for drug and alcohol information see http://www.uwlax.edu/HR/newemp/drugfree.htm or call Human Resources at (608) 785-8013 for a paper copy.

Appointment Information

This is a part time position (less than 40 hrs/wk)
Pay will be based on the rules that apply to compensation upon transfer, reinstatement or voluntary demotion; beginning pay will not be less than the minimum ($17.609). Pay Schedule/Range is 06-14. A six month probationary period may be required.
Competitive salary, excellent fringe benefits.

For more information contact Ann Bever, HR Assistant, 608-785-8015, abever@uwlax.edu

Application Procedure

Please apply by emailing a current resume and a copy of your Wisconsin Physical Therapy Assistant (PTA) license or documentation of eligibility for licensure as a PTA in the State of Wisconsin to Ann Bever at abever@uwlax.edu by Noon, Friday, March 1, 2013.

As an Affirmative Action, Equal Opportunity Employer, the University of Wisconsin-La Crosse is engaged in an effort to be a leader in Wisconsin’s movement toward increased diversity and inclusiveness. Women, persons of color, and individuals with a disability are encouraged to apply. If you have a special need/accommodation to aid your participation in our hiring process, please contact the individual above to make appropriate arrangements.

Employment will require a criminal background check. A pending criminal charge or conviction will not necessarily disqualify an applicant. In compliance with the Wisconsin Fair Employment Act, UW-La Crosse does not discriminate on the basis of arrest or conviction record.

Under Wisconsin Statutes, we are required to provide, upon request, a list of nominees and applicants. A written request can exclude one from this list. Persons agreeing to be final candidates (to be interviewed) will have their identities revealed as final candidates.