Adjunct - Medical Assistant

About the role

Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong commitment to student learning and academic excellence by preparing and delivering engaging instruction that meets the needs of 21st-century learners.

Responsibilities

• Teach Medical Assisting courses including lecture and lab components as appropriate.
• Meet classes at assigned times.
• Plan course content and assign appropriate course work.
• Maintain student records.
• Foster an inclusive and supportive classroom environment that encourages active participation and engagement; be responsive to student inquiries in a timely manner.
• Evaluate student progress and assign grades.
• Revise course outlines, objectives, and catalog information as needed.
• Select appropriate texts and teaching materials.
• Maintain office hours convenient for students and as required by college policies.
• Prepare course/class reports as required.
• Attend and participate in conferences related to teaching area; membership in appropriate professional organizations is recommended.
• Keep abreast of current developments in the profession.
• Participate in department, division meetings and in-service training, etc.
• Participate in assessment of student learning at the course, program, and institution level.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to the department's initiatives and activities.
• Adhere to college, divisional and departmental policies, procedures, standard practice and academic standards.
• Assist in short-range and long-range planning.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in Medical Assisting or Nursing required; bachelor's degree preferred.
• Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in a healthcare setting, including at least 160 hours in ambulatory care.
• Demonstrated proficiency in instruction, curriculum delivery, evaluation, and program planning.
• Ability to stand, demonstrate skills, and lecture for extended periods as required by instructional duties.

Preferred Qualifications

• Current credential in good standing as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA).
• Formal coursework or training in educational theory and instructional methods.
• At least one (1) year of teaching experience in postsecondary and/or vocational/technical education.
• Demonstrated commitment to the success and continuous improvement of the Medical Assistant Program.