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PT Solutions is hiring an Instructional Designer responsible for designing and developing engaging training experiences using the ADDIE model and Understanding by Design framework. The role involves collaborating with Subject Matter Experts to create and update instructional content, managing multiple projects, and delivering training via various methods including a Learning Management System.

Highlights

Design and develop training programs aligned with ADDIE and UbD frameworks
Collaborate with Subject Matter Experts and stakeholders to define learning objectives and content
Create and manage training materials, assessments, and LMS content
Conduct train-the-trainer sessions and maintain existing training programs
Utilize training technology and LMS tools effectively
Monitor learner feedback and revise curricula accordingly
Manage multiple projects and communicate status to leadership
Requires Bachelor’s degree and minimum 2 years of Instructional Design experience
Technical skills including troubleshooting, understanding file structures, and systems
Experience with social media or knowledge management and coursework/certifications in Instructional Design

Instructional Designer Full Description

Instructional Designer

Corporate

Full Time

Remote

The Instructional Designer (ID) is responsible for designing and developing engaging, effective training experiences using the ADDIE model and the Understanding by Design (UbD) framework. The ID will collaborate closely with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to create new instructional content and revise existing materials to support continuous learning and clinical excellence. The ID must be innovative in their approach, highly organized, and capable of managing multiple projects simultaneously. The ID will build and deliver training utilizing a variety of different methods, including our Learning Management System (LMS).

Essential Functions:

Analysis:

Meets with the Manager of Education to understand training requests, review training outlines, and initiate projects
Works with stakeholders to determine learning objectives, training materials needed, assessments, etc.

Design:

Assists in creating training consistent with UbD theory that effectively conveys key information and achieves learning objectives
Identifies best instructional design techniques/modality to ensure maximum learner adoption, completion, and retention
Reviews training approach with Manager of Education, gains approval to move forward

Development:

Assists in creating materials used as part of the learning experience
Creates practice exercises, knowledge checks, and other elements designed to drive learner knowledge retention in the Learning Management System (LMS)
Sends training materials for all required reviews, gains, and documents approvals
Creates test and evaluation questions for the course
Effectively uses training technology tools in the LMS
Works with subject matter experts and Manager of Education to:
Researches and gathers the content
Rewrites and edits the content, as needed
Solicits and incorporates feedback from all key project members

Implementation:

Builds content into the publishing software and/or the LMS
Conducts train the trainer sessions, as needed

Evaluation:

Maintains and modifies existing training programs
Reviews and addresses learner feedback in the LMS, revises content/curricula as needed
Holds SMEs and others accountable for updated content delivery, review, and approval deadlines, escalates appropriately
Regularly communicates project status to L&D Director and other interested parties
Manages multiple projects simultaneously through the project lifecycle
Uses appropriate tools, templates, and processes

Partnership:

Builds strong relationships project team, SMEs, LMS provider, and other vendors
Consults with stakeholders on effective use of the training materials in the field
Partners with training colleagues to ensure training messaging is consistent and to identify efficiencies (e.g. content that can be leveraged)

Other Key Responsibilities May Include:

Makes recommendations to continuously improve internal processes, standards, and training solutions
Monitors and observes employees performing their jobs to effectively design and develop training.

Required Skills & Abilities:

Technical skills including troubleshooting, and understanding of directory, file structures, and systems
Ability to collaborate with others at all levels of the organization as well as vendors
Coursework and/or certifications relating to Instructional Design
Social media or knowledge management experience

Required Credentials:

Bachelor’s degree
Minimum of 2 years of experience as an Instructional Designer or similar position

Expanding Access to Quality Care

At PT Solutions, we’re more than colleagues; we’re a tight-knit community united in our mission to expand access to quality care. Our commitment to you is evident in our industry-leading professional development opportunities. From ongoing evidence-based clinical education to dedicated mentorship opportunities and an APTA-accredited Orthopaedic Residency Program, we propel our clinicians toward excellence in physical therapy, occupational therapy, speech-language pathology, and athletic training.

As we aim to be the go-to rehabilitation provider, we seek committed professionals eager to join us in that mission. A career with PT Solutions is an opportunity to shape the industry and make a lasting impact.

Let’s go further together and transform care. Join the #PTSLife today!

Original Job Description

Instructional Designer

Corporate

Full Time

Remote

Essential Functions:

Analysis:

Meets with the Manager of Education to understand training requests, review training outlines, and initiate projects
Works with stakeholders to determine learning objectives, training materials needed, assessments, etc.

Design:

Assists in creating training consistent with UbD theory that effectively conveys key information and achieves learning objectives
Identifies best instructional design techniques/modality to ensure maximum learner adoption, completion, and retention
Reviews training approach with Manager of Education, gains approval to move forward

Development:

Assists in creating materials used as part of the learning experience
Creates practice exercises, knowledge checks, and other elements designed to drive learner knowledge retention in the Learning Management System (LMS)
Sends training materials for all required reviews, gains, and documents approvals
Creates test and evaluation questions for the course
Effectively uses training technology tools in the LMS
Works with subject matter experts and Manager of Education to:
Researches and gathers the content
Rewrites and edits the content, as needed
Solicits and incorporates feedback from all key project members

Implementation:

Builds content into the publishing software and/or the LMS
Conducts train the trainer sessions, as needed

Evaluation:

Maintains and modifies existing training programs
Reviews and addresses learner feedback in the LMS, revises content/curricula as needed
Holds SMEs and others accountable for updated content delivery, review, and approval deadlines, escalates appropriately
Regularly communicates project status to L&D Director and other interested parties
Manages multiple projects simultaneously through the project lifecycle
Uses appropriate tools, templates, and processes

Partnership:

Builds strong relationships project team, SMEs, LMS provider, and other vendors
Consults with stakeholders on effective use of the training materials in the field
Partners with training colleagues to ensure training messaging is consistent and to identify efficiencies (e.g. content that can be leveraged)

Other Key Responsibilities May Include:

Makes recommendations to continuously improve internal processes, standards, and training solutions
Monitors and observes employees performing their jobs to effectively design and develop training.

Required Skills & Abilities:

Technical skills including troubleshooting, and understanding of directory, file structures, and systems
Ability to collaborate with others at all levels of the organization as well as vendors
Coursework and/or certifications relating to Instructional Design
Social media or knowledge management experience

Required Credentials:

Bachelor’s degree
Minimum of 2 years of experience as an Instructional Designer or similar position

Expanding Access to Quality Care

Let’s go further together and transform care. Join the #PTSLife today!

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