Medical Assistant Program Director

American Institute • Clifton Park, NY

2d • $68,000 - $72,000 • Hybrid

About The Position

American Institute, founded in 1924, provides hands-on training for careers in various fields including allied healthcare. The institution focuses on reflecting job market demands and incorporating new programs to give graduates a competitive edge. The Program Director is responsible for coordinating and ensuring the smooth operation of their instructional department, aiming to meet or exceed accreditation standards for student retention, placement, and satisfaction. The role also involves a teaching load, making recommendations for departmental improvements, and establishing/monitoring clinical/externship sites if applicable.

Requirements

• Associate’s degree.
• Current Medical Assisting certification
• Minimum three years of experience in the field with one-year direct patient care
• Prior teaching experience
• Ability to professionally communicate fluently in verbal and written English.
• Ability to support of a diverse and inclusive work environment.
• Computer literacy/basic computer skills to effectively navigate and utilize the technology required for the role.
• Demonstrate knowledge of, and carefully follows all applicable federal and state laws and rules, compliance requirements and regulations including those prescribed by the U.S. Department of Education, accrediting agencies, state regulations and, and internal policies and procedures.
• Effectively communicate compliance requirements to other staff as appropriate and quickly escalate any compliance concerns to the Compliance department.

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor’s degree
• Proficient in MS Office (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and other business tools such as Microsoft Teams.

Responsibilities

• Determine departmental staff needs, conduct interviews, and recommend hires.
• Orient and train new faculty members in programs and techniques.
• Evaluate faculty and staff performance and recommend professional development.
• Instruct classes, act as a substitute teacher, and propose teaching schedules.
• Supervise faculty, manage departmental facilities, and conduct meetings.
• Communicate with faculty for input, advise students and faculty, and ensure departmental operations.
• Administer retention programs and ensure compliance with accreditation standards.
• Maintain syllabi, cover make-up sessions, and participate in graduation ceremonies.
• Prepare students for certification exams and manage clinical/externship components.
• Participate in Advisory Board and Curriculum Review Committee meetings.
• Create a classroom environment that fosters academic growth and professional development.
• Provide extra help to students struggling with coursework and advise those with minor issues.
• Communicate with the Director of Education regarding student progress and performance trends.
• Correct and return quizzes, tests, and lab assignments within 48 hours; submit grades promptly.
• Utilize instructional aids and community resources, including guest speakers and field trips.
• Enhance curriculum by devising assignments, worksheets, tests, and activities.
• Perform other duties as required.

Benefits

• Medical (including prescription)
• Dental
• Vision (UMA subsidized)
• FSA/HSA (Depending on Medical Plan chosen)
• Basic Life Insurance (UMA paid)
• Additional Voluntary Life Insurance (Team Member paid)
• Employee Assistance Program – EAP (UMA paid)
• Long Term Disability (UMA paid)
• Short Term Disability (Team Member paid)
• Supplemental Insurance such as Critical Illness, Accident, and Hospital (Team Member Paid)
• Paid Time Off – 15 days accrued in year 1
• 9 holidays
• 1 day of Volunteering Time Off
• 401k (eligible upon completion of 90 days of employment and must be at least 18 years of age)
• Pet Insurance
• Identity Theft Protection

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Manager
• Education Level: Associate degree