Medical Assistant Program Director

PARKER UNIVERSITY•Dallas, TX

20d•Onsite

About The Position

Parker University, the fourth-fastest growing college in Texas and the fastest-growing college in Dallas, is currently searching for Medical Assistant Program Director to join our rapidly expanding team! We are seeking individuals who desire to use their unique skills to innovate and make an impact. The Medical Assistant Program Director provides instruction, leadership and administrative guidance for the Medical Assistant program, ensuring alignment with accreditation requirements, institutional goals, and industry standards. This role supervises curriculum design, faculty management, student success initiatives, and continuous program assessment and improvement.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree required
Current certification as a Medical Assistant (such as NHA, CMA through AAMA, or RMA through AMT).
A minimum of three years of experience as a medical assistant, encompassing both clinical and administrative duties.
A minimum of one year of teaching experience in postsecondary education is required.
Strong leadership, organizational, and communication skills.
Requires computer knowledge, strong customer service skills
Must be a confident professional with a strong ability to engage individuals in public settings
Must hold a valid Driver’s License as well as have access to reliable transportation
Be energetic, enthusiastic, and highly self-motivated
Always maintain a professional appearance and attitude

Nice To Haves

Experience with program accreditation processes is preferred.
Spanish is a plus

Responsibilities

Instruction of at least 12 credit hours in the Medical Assistant program.
Design, implement, and assess the curriculum for the Medical Assistant program to ensure alignment with accreditation standards (e.g., CAAHEP/MAERB) and current industry practices
Oversee adherence to all accreditation, certification, and regulatory guidelines.
Recruit, hire, mentor, and supervise faculty and staff to enhance instructional quality and promote professional growth
Track and analyze student performance metrics, including retention rates, graduation rates, certification exam results, and job placement success
Coordinate and manage clinical and externship placements while fostering relationships with healthcare organizations
Conduct ongoing program evaluations through data collection, analysis, and thorough reporting
Manage the program’s budget, resources, and equipment to ensure sufficient support for teaching and learning
Organize advisory board meetings and enhance relationships with local employers and community stakeholders
Support student success by providing academic advising, mentoring, and career development activities
Act as a representative of the program at institutional, community, and professional events
Ability to work in classroom, office, and clinical lab environments
Occasional travel
Developing clinical/professional affiliations, monitoring students at clinic/professional sites, and directing clinical affiliations (once the program seeks accreditation)
Recruiting and retaining students through graduation
Any and all other functions as requested by a supervisor