Instructor/Clinical Coordinator - Medical Assisting Program

Title: Instructor/Clinical Coordinator - Medical Assisting Program Salary Range: Commensurate with education and experience Contract Term Length: 10 Months Standard Hours: 37.5 Work Location: On-Site FLSA Status: Exempt College: Somerset Community College Campus Location: Somerset Laurel Campus Department: Health Sciences Total Rewards Somerset Community College offers a competitive benefits package and an attractive work environment that supports excellence, innovation, and creativity, including: Exceptional health care, vision, and dental coverage for you and your family Tuition reimbursement/waiver for you, your spouse, and dependents 403(b) retirement plan: a 5% employee contribution receives a 10% employer match Vacation/Sick Time Work-Life Balance 9.5 Paid Holidays 2 Weeks Institutional Closing Pay (Last 2 weeks of December) for qualifying positions Employee Assistance Program Job Summary Somerset Community College invites applications for a full-time Instructor/Clinical Coordinator - Medical Assisting Program. The Instructor/Clinical Coordinator is responsible for coordinating clinical education, providing didactic and laboratory instruction, and supporting student success within the Medical Assisting Program. The position works closely with students, faculty, administration, and clinical partners to ensure effective clinical experiences and contribute to continuous program improvement. Job Duties Coordinate clinical education experiences, including student placements, schedules, and site assignments; Supervise students in clinical settings to promote safe, ethical, and competent practice; Evaluate student clinical performance and maintain accurate and timely clinical documentation; Serve as the primary liaison between the Medical Assisting Program and affiliated clinical sites; Maintain and manage Memoranda of Agreement (MOAs) with clinical partners; Ensure clinical sites meet program expectations and applicable accreditation requirements; Deliver lecture and laboratory instruction in assigned Medical Assisting courses; Develop, organize, and update course materials to reflect current clinical practice and standards; Assess student learning using appropriate evaluation methods; Provide academic advising, mentoring, and support to students; Assist in maintaining compliance with applicable accreditation standards; Participate in program assessment, curriculum review, and continuous quality improvement initiatives; Contribute to documentation and reporting required for accreditation and/or institutional effectiveness; Actively participate in college committees, program meetings, and institutional initiatives; Engage in professional development to maintain clinical and instructional competency; Support recruitment, retention, and student success initiatives; Collaborate with faculty, administration, and community partners to enhance program outcomes; Participate in educational leadership activities; Participate in internal service activities, including college and systemwide committees and meetings; Participate in external service activities within the community; Perform other program duties as assigned. Minimum Qualifications Associate's degree (AAS or AS) in Medical Assisting or closely related field from an accredited university or college; Minimum of three (3) years of work experience as a certified Medical Assistant. Preferred Qualifications Prior teaching or clinical instruction experience; Experience coordinating clinical education or working with student placements; Experience with clinical affiliates or healthcare partners; Graduate of an accredited Medical Assisting program; Preference will be given to candidates credentialed as CMA (AAMA) or RMA (AMT). Employee Rights - Employee Polygraph Protection Act Equal Opportunity Employer - The Kentucky Community and Technical College System is an equal educational and employment opportunity institution. #J-18808-Ljbffr Kentucky Community and Technical College System