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Geriatrics: AGPT Balance and Falls SIG Technology Liaison

Signup Deadline: 04-07-2020
Starts: 04-08-2020
Ends: 04-08-2020
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Description:

This is an appointed position, selected by the chair of the Balance and Falls Special Interest Group of APTA Geriatrics. The term is for 1 year, starting at one CSM and ending at the next CSM. There are no term limits so long as the person fulfilling the role of the Technology Liaison is in good standing as demonstrated by the criteria below.

 

Anticipated hours of work per month: 1 hour

 Requirements: To be considered for the Technology Liaison position, a person must

  1. Be a currently licensed PT or PTA
  2. Be a current member of the Academy of Geriatric Physical Therapy
  3. Have a passion for balance and falls management 

 Responsibilities:

  1. Maintain and update the list of balance and falls technologies
  2. Serve as a resource for SIG members on current technologies in balance and falls management
  3. Collaborate with the BFSIG Executive Members during all current and new/upcoming SIG projects to ensure clinical relevancy of completed items
  4. Attend quarterly executive committee meetings as able
  5. Answer all emails from the Balance and Falls SIG leadership within 1 week of receipt to ensure optimal communication

 

Volunteers Needed:

1 (1 open slot)

Experience Required:

No experience

Contact:

Christina McCoy
APTA Geriatrics