Program Assistant for Physical Therapy
Chatham University welcomes applications for the position of Program Assistant in our Physical Therapy Department. Review of applications will begin May 15 2025 for the position to start in Summer 2025.
The Program Assistant will provide administrative support to the Doctor of Physical Therapy Program. This position This position is an oncampus position with the potential for remote work with Program Directors approval.
Duties and Responsibilities:
- Manage program correspondence and documents in a timely manner (incoming/outgoing mail event invites orientation materials registration information class schedules textbook lists etc.)
- Ensure proper recordkeeping of program documents and maintain the programs electronic filing systems
- Assist the Program Director and faculty with preparation of accreditationrelated and annual program reports
- Correspond and collaborate with others (including program faculty other administrative staff students vendors other university departments prospective students and applicants and the public) in person and via phone email and Zoom/Teams
- Request contracts for adjunct instructors
- Review budget reports and monitor the programs fiscal year expenditures for accuracy
- Coordinate program events including room reservations setup food orders invitations and marketing Zoom links breakout rooms
- Administer electronic surveys developed by the faculty; Track electronic survey responses and compile data for program reports
- Provide oversight of clerical work performed by student workers as needed
- Participate in required team faculty and university meetings; Record minutes as requested
- Coordinate updates to the programs website with IT
- Update student program pages within the learning management system
- Participate in the admissions process
- Maintain a schedule of program activities/tasks and ensure open lines of communication with the Program Director regarding progress on all assigned tasks
Qualifications:
- Associate Degree required; Bachelors Degree preferred
- Minimum of 3 years administrative experience
- Proficient in Microsoft Office 365 applications (Word Excel Outlook Teams)
- Excellent organizational skills written and verbal communication and ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
- Ability to interact and work well with faculty and students both on campus and virtually
Salary Range:
$34600 $40000. 35hour work week.
Exact compensation based on candidate skills and experience
How to Apply:
Applications accepted only via link is and follow the instructions to complete the application process. To ensure full consideration please include:
- Cover Letter outlining your qualifications for the position
- Curriculum Vitae or Resume
- Contact information for three professional references
All application materials should be uploaded at the same time at the time of application. The system will not allow applicants to make edits to their applications after submission.
Chatham University is an Equal Opportunity Employer with a strong commitment to diversity inclusion and equity. Persons of color women veterans individuals with disabilities and members of other underrepresented groups are highly encouraged to apply. Chatham University does not discriminate on the basis of race color religion gender gender identity gender expression sexual orientation age or national origin.