Clinical Laboratory Assistant, Occupational Therapy Assistant Program

Clinical Laboratory Assistant, Occupational Therapy Assistant Program

Category:
School of Health and Patient Simulation (SHPS)

Located on 35 acres of the Springfield Armory National Historic Site and founded in 1967, Springfield Technical Community College is a major resource for the economic vitality of Western Massachusetts. As the only technical community college in Massachusetts, STCC offers a variety of career programs unequalled in the state. Digital Multimedia, IT Security, Nursing, Robotics, Sonography, Mechanical Engineering Technology (Advance Manufacturing) and dozens of other career programs produce potential employees each year.

STCC's highly-regarded transfer programs in Business, Engineering, Liberal Arts, Science and Technology continue to provide the most economical option for students pursuing a four-year degree. With an annual enrollment of over 6,500, evening, weekend and online students, STCC is a vibrant campus rich in diversity and justifiably proud of our designation as a Hispanic Serving Institution.
Respect, is one of the Core Values of the College and we strive to nurture mutual respect among faculty, staff and students. With respect, we embrace differences to create an inclusive environment for all
. Together, we support students as they transform their lives through intellectual, cultural, and economic engagement while becoming thoughtful, committed and socially responsible graduates.

Springfield Technical Community College seeks applicants for the part time position of Clinical Laboratory Assistant to the Occupational Therapist Assistant Program. This Clinical Laboratory Assistant will report to the Program Coordinator of the Occupational Therapist Assistant program and the Dean of the School of Health and Patient Simulation (SHPS). The Clinical Laboratory Assistant will implement assistive methods in practices and processes which maximize personnel and supportive resources in the achievement of School of Health and Patients Simulation goals.

SAMPLE OF DUTIES:
Under the supervision of the Program Coordinator of Occupational Therapy Assistant Program and the Dean of School of Health and Patient Simulation, the Clinical Laboratory Assistant will demonstrate excellence in the following areas:

• Provide support, guidance and instruction to student while in the laboratory setting and provide the student with relevant and timely feedback concerning all work submitted to the primary instructor.
• Understand and supports the College's mission and supports the educational and informational needs of the SHPS students.
• Interact professionally with students.
• Understands, values and acts according to the wide-range of needs are found in a diverse student population appreciating the expectations of the occupational therapy assistant and Allied Health students.
• Uphold the policies and regulations of the Campus Rehab Clinic and the School of Health and Patient Simulation.
• Submit promptly and in proper form reports and requests of the Program Coordinator and the Dean of the School of Health and Patient Simulation.
• Attend all departmental, school and college meetings as required.
• Mentor and role model to students’ professional, ethical and competent occupational therapy practice.
• Participate in departmental meetings and provide written reports as needed.
• Assist primary OTA faculty in the evaluation of student performance through clinical competencies and practical's.
• Participate in campus rehab clinic providing outpatient clinical services care to community patients while instructing/supervising students.
• Maintain confidentiality regarding students and colleagues.
• Maintain safety of laboratory equipment and classroom space.
• Clean,…