Adjunct Medical Assistant Instructor

Trocaire College•Buffalo, NY

53d•Onsite

About The Position

Primary Responsibilities: Classroom instruction in discipline (Medical Assistant) to include labs. Prepare for and instruct established and approved Medical Assistant curriculum in a professional manner Clinical instruction in discipline. Assist with securing clinical sites for Medical Assistant students Must be able to teach an effective class using a mixture of lecture, video and other tools to engage students in the learning process Track student performance and attendance Grade student performance and report results Employ college learning management system (LMS) and adhere to good instructional practices (examples include: published syllabi, office hours, regular reporting of grades). Carry an allowable teaching load of credits per semester. Supervise open lab and maintain lab area for daily instructional activities Demonstrated knowledge and ongoing professional development toward an understanding of advances and developments in the field of Medical Assisting and relevant teaching methodologies. Sensitivity to learning issues of adults and diverse cultures. Minimum Qualifications: Associate's degree in Medical Assisting Credentialed in Medical Assisting by a credentialing organization such as the following: o CMA (AAMA) o RMA (AMT) o CCMA (NHA) o NCMA (NCCT) or RN (Registered Nurse), or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN) Bachelor's degree in a healthcare-related field Three years experience working in the medical field Appropriate experience in the field of Medical Assisting as evidenced by education and/or work experience. Some teaching and administrative experience Ability to demonstrate a sensitivity to diverse ethnic backgrounds, cultures, preparation, learning styles, and / or disabilities. Experience working in a clinical setting with extensive knowledge and experience working with medical assisting procedures and techniques, including phlebotomy and EKG. Valid driver's license Commitment to enriching the lives of students by promoting a positive learning environment, enhancing the quality of the student experience; and philosophically supporting programs and policies that facilitate student success. Preferred Qualifications: Master's degree in a related Healthcare Field. Three years' experience teaching in Higher Education. Job Specific Competencies: Instructional skills and knowledge in discipline Curriculum and course development skills Ability to assess course outcomes and student learning Knowledge of clinical procedures and equipment where applicable Collaborates cross-functionally Work with clinical sites Gives honest and helpful feedback, supports the success of others Advising Facilitation Outcomes measurement Record Keeping Basic competency in the use of Microsoft 365 products, Blackboard Position Specifications and Working Conditions: General classroom/lab and office environment. Work is indoors with some travel to visit clinical sites and meet with Office Managers. Uses computers and other technology for the preparation and teaching of classes as well as for communication. May sit or stand for extended periods.

Requirements

Associate's degree in Medical Assisting
Credentialed in Medical Assisting by a credentialing organization such as the following:
CMA (AAMA)
RMA (AMT)
CCMA (NHA)
NCMA (NCCT) or
RN (Registered Nurse), or Licensed Practical Nurse (LPN)
Bachelor's degree in a healthcare-related field
Three years experience working in the medical field
Appropriate experience in the field of Medical Assisting as evidenced by education and/or work experience.
Some teaching and administrative experience
Ability to demonstrate a sensitivity to diverse ethnic backgrounds, cultures, preparation, learning styles, and / or disabilities.
Experience working in a clinical setting with extensive knowledge and experience working with medical assisting procedures and techniques, including phlebotomy and EKG.
Valid driver's license
Commitment to enriching the lives of students by promoting a positive learning environment, enhancing the quality of the student experience; and philosophically supporting programs and policies that facilitate student success.

Nice To Haves

Master's degree in a related Healthcare Field.
Three years' experience teaching in Higher Education.

Responsibilities

Classroom instruction in discipline (Medical Assistant) to include labs.
Prepare for and instruct established and approved Medical Assistant curriculum in a professional manner
Clinical instruction in discipline.
Assist with securing clinical sites for Medical Assistant students
Must be able to teach an effective class using a mixture of lecture, video and other tools to engage students in the learning process
Track student performance and attendance
Grade student performance and report results
Employ college learning management system (LMS) and adhere to good instructional practices (examples include: published syllabi, office hours, regular reporting of grades).
Carry an allowable teaching load of credits per semester.
Supervise open lab and maintain lab area for daily instructional activities
Demonstrated knowledge and ongoing professional development toward an understanding of advances and developments in the field of Medical Assisting and relevant teaching methodologies.
Sensitivity to learning issues of adults and diverse cultures.