Instructor - Medical Assistant

Dixie Technical College•St. George, UT

13h•Onsite

About The Position

Join Dixie Technical College as a Medical Assistant Instructor and inspire the next generation of healthcare professionals on a state-of-the-art campus in St. George, Utah. This position holds responsibilities for the success of the Medical Assistant program. This instructor must ensure that a positive, upbeat, diversified, interesting, and active learning environment occurs in both classrooms and labs, giving the students relevant and worthwhile experiences daily. The responsibilities include planning, organizing, and implementing an effective instructional training program with an emphasis on quality hands-on labs. The instructor would also ensure that training is conducted in a professional learning environment that guides, encourages, and enables students to develop into industry professionals. Dixie Tech is a public technical college located on a new state-of-the-art campus in St. George, Utah. The College has 30 Council on Occupational Education-accredited programs that offer certifications in high-demand, high-pay professions.

Requirements

5+ years' experience in industry required, 8+ years' experience preferred
NHA CCMA certification required
Clinical Experience: patient care, vitals, scribing, procedures, phone, point-of-care testing
Instructional experience preferred
High School diploma or equivalent required
Strong knowledge of Google Suite
Strong communications and presentation skills
Ability to communicate with students, staff, and colleagues; read academic texts and materials, student papers, etc.; operate a personal computer and audio-visual equipment; stand or sit for up to one to three hours at a time; drive to off-site meetings or conferences or to observe student interns; move around campus for classes and meetings.
The employee is occasionally required to sit, stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push and pull items weighing 25 pounds or less.
The position requires manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.

Nice To Haves

Instructional experience preferred

Responsibilities

Engaging daily lectures and quality hands-on lab-based instruction
Actively create and update classroom syllabi, curriculum, lab experiences, and lesson plans, which will enable students to meet the needs of local industry, excel in the workplace, and be familiar with the latest technology and industry practices
Develop and execute active and diverse learning experiences which retain the interest of students while transmitting information and developing skills in the most effective manner, with a heavy emphasis on learning by doing, while maintaining a structured learning environment that complies with the course syllabus and course plan
Establish and communicate clear objectives and well-defined competencies for the program and all learning activities.
Ensure the classroom and lab are prepared for daily learning activities
Assign and grade class work, homework, tests, and assignments in a timely manner
Structure classes in Canvas to support student learning
Observe, evaluate, and record students' performance and development, and provide appropriate and helpful feedback.
Conduct and document student reviews with students on a regular basis.
Involve Student Services when problems develop before they become critical
Manage student behavior by establishing and enforcing appropriate rules and procedures; involve Student Services when problems develop
Ensure objectives for all program students are reflected on each syllabus and match the module sign-offs in the Student Information System (Northstar)
Ensure that students are retained and that they graduate, complete, pass any relevant licensure exams, and are placed, and that all student data is updated on a real-time basis in Northstar.
Meet or exceed performance metrics for the program established by the VP of Instruction
Maintain integrity and confidentiality in all circumstances, especially concerning student information. Adhere to FERPA requirements and guidelines.
Stay up-to-date in industry advancements and adjust the curriculum where appropriate to prepare student for current industry needs
Actively work with the department director, admissions, and recruiters to fill cohorts with students who are capable of graduating and finding employment in the field
Along with the department director and the VP of Instruction, develop and propose admissions standards which will enhance student success.
Ensure safety standards are used that comply with all College, local, City, State, and Federal guidelines
Model a professional environment for the students in the classroom and lab
Schedule industry professionals for specialized presentations and training where appropriate
Supervise, recruit, train, support, and assist adjunct instructors as needed
Be an active and participative member of the department team
Actively ensure the program follows all guidelines and conditions necessary to meet the standards of COE accreditation, including completion of Employee Verification forms and maintaining records of contacts with industry partners
Assist with biannual Occupational Advisory Committee (OAC) meetings and ensure accreditation compliance. Maintain communication with OAC. Take direction and implement decisions made by the committee
Actively participate in documenting, collecting, and placing Standard 2 criteria evidence following the guidelines sheet into the COE program folder biannually, meeting all deadlines.
Assist with biannual Occupational Advisory Committee (OAC) meetings and ensure accreditation compliance. Maintain communication with OAC. Take direction and implement decisions made by the committee
Along with the department Director and other program instructors, continue to develop an active network of industry partners and assist students in obtaining employment in their field of study
Seek to continuously improve teaching skills and increase technical knowledge related to program focus and content, and participate in approved professional development opportunities
Maintain inventory for all instructional supplies and review program needs and budget with program director regularly
Collaborate with the program instructional team to develop, implement, and maintain curriculum maps and syllabi that align course content with program outcomes and industry standards while also meeting regulatory requirements
Design, coordinate, and assess any internal or external work-based learning activities that provide students with practical, hands-on experience relevant to their field of study. Make sure all such experiences are designed for student success and are correctly documented, overseen and meet accreditation requirements
Ensure that students and staff are treated respectfully and equally without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age (40 or over), national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related condition. Report all violations immediately to HR or Student Services
Compliance with Dixie Tech Policies and Procedures
Other duties as assigned

Benefits

Competitive salary of $65K–$70K
Fully paid medical
20.4% employer retirement contributions
Generous paid time off
Medical and dental coverage, with the College paying the costs of the medical plan and most of the costs of the dental plan
Employer contributions to Health Savings Account ($1,950 per year for single coverage, $3,450 for double coverage, and $4,950 for three or more) without a match requirement
Employer contributions to a 403(b) account, amounting to 20.4% of the employee's pay without a match requirement.
Salaried employees do not pay Social Security taxes
Employer-provided life insurance, AD&D, and LTD at no cost
Paid holidays, as well as Christmas, Fall, Thanksgiving, and Spring Breaks, on the schedule of the local school district
15 days of paid vacation per year