FT Medical Assisting Instructor-9 Month

Medical Assisting InstructorTo provide classroom and/or online instruction to students enrolled in the Medical Assisting program.Receives direct supervision and/or technical direction from the Medical Assisting Program Director. May occasionally receive support and technical assistance from Dean of Health & Human Services and/or Department Chair, Nursing. Exercises no supervision.Duties & Responsibilities (Essential Functions)Essential and other important responsibilities and duties may include, but are not limited to, the following:Essential Functions:Provide classroom and laboratory instruction to students.Develop class outlines and establish guidelines for various courses; prepare lesson plans and supplemental teaching materials; schedule classroom activities and select appropriate texts.Encourage a variety of teaching strategies to foster critical thinking and clinical applications.Develop and prepare tests to evaluate student academic and clinical performance; grade and record individual scoresReview available instructional materials; estimate time, materials, and equipment required for various assignments; submit requests for materials, supplies and equipment to program directorSupervise the use of and operation of various instructional equipment; provide instructional demonstrations on mechanical machinery or other equipment as appropriate; develop laboratory assignments to provide hands on experience as appropriate.Participate in systematic program evaluation.Participate in curriculum development, evaluation and change; ensure that the curriculum contributes to the development of skills, knowledge and abilities, which prepare students to enter into the professionAct as an advisor and counselor to students; provide individual tutoring to students outside of the classroom as neededAttend faculty and advisory committee meetings as required.Assist in training and calibration of new part-time clinical faculty; clinical protocols, use of instructional equipment and materials.Maintain accurate records of student attendance and performance; maintain other records and databases according to program needs.Stay abreast of new developments and changes in various assigned academic fields; participate in professional development programs, workshops, seminars and other continuing education programs as appropriate.Oversee the implementation of policies and procedures related to required teaching area.Participate in student recruitment efforts.Participate on college committees and in other institutional activities and programsServe as liaison for the Medical Assisting Program with other health science programs, college departments, division, agencies, industries, organizations, and community partners.Maintain Trajecsys records of student attendance and performance; maintain other records and databases according to the clinical program needs.Other Important Functions:Ensure adherence to safe and appropriate work practices and procedures.Assess the relevancy and impact of various lessons; revise and improve lesson format; evaluate various textbooks and select books to be used for future classes.Oversee and participate in field studies and assignments; travel with students to provide assistance and instruction as appropriate.Demonstrate community involvement.Perform related duties and responsibilities as required.Participate in development of extramural locations and coordinate assignment to these sites.QualificationsKnowledge of:Professional skills, knowledge, and attributes within the Medical Assisting professionClassroom and laboratory instructional techniques and proceduresPrinciples and procedures of academic and instructional techniques and proceduresCurrent trends, research and development in the area of assignmentPrinciples and techniques involved in test development and administrationAbility to:Work independently in the absence of supervisionUnderstand and follow oral and written instructionsInterpret and apply College goals, objectives, policies, procedures, rules, and regulationsCommunicate clearly and concisely, both orally and in writingEstablish and maintain cooperative-working relationships with those contacted in the course of workMaintain effective audio-visual discrimination and perception needed for:Making observationsReading and writingCommunicating with othersOperating assigned equipmentHandling varied tasks simultaneouslyMaintain physical condition appropriate to the performance of assigned duties and responsibilities, which may include the following:Standing or sitting for extended periods of timeOperating assigned equipmentHandling varied tasks simultaneouslyBending, stooping, climbing or lifting up to 50 poundsMaintain mental capacity, which allow the capability of:Making sound decisionsResponding to questionsDemonstrating intellectual capabilitiesExperience and Training Guidelines:Required Minimum Education/Training:An Associate Degree or higher in relevant fieldRequired Minimum Experience:Two years Medical Assisting experience.Preferred Education and Experience:Bachelor's or higher degreeTeaching experiences in Medical Assisting at or above the program levelExperience in course developmentCertification in Medical AssistingLicense:Current National Medical Assisting license (AAMA or CCMA) to practice Medical Assisting.Supplemental InformationThis position REQUIRES UNOFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS AND/OR TRAINING CERTIFICATIONS be submitted in addition to the application. Please have these documents ready to upload when applying.Candidates are required to submit OFFICIAL TRANSCRIPTS for all degrees obtained prior to their first day of work or hire date. If highest level of education is High School diploma or equivalent, proof of completion is required.Candidates who have obtained their education outside of the US and its territories must have their academic degree(s) validated, at their own expense, by an outside credential evaluation service as equivalent to the Baccalaureate or Master's degree conferred by a regionally accredited college or university in the United States.To claim veterans' preference, all eligible persons shall submit a DD Form 214, Certificate of Release or Discharge from Active Duty, to Human Resources during the application process. Human Resources will verify eligibility.BenefitsState of NC benefits