Adj. Instructor, Medical Assisting

Southern Crescent Technical College; United States; On-site; USD 28,000 - 41,000; Part time

Job summary

Southern Crescent Technical College invites applications for an Adjunct Instructor, Medical Assisting in the Allied Health department. The role involves teaching medical assisting courses, developing lesson plans, and maintaining program documentation; classes may be held at any college location.

Qualified candidates hold a Diploma in Medical Assisting with certification (RMA or CMA) and at least three years of relevant experience; higher degrees and teaching experience are preferred.

Qualifications

• Diploma in Medical Assisting program from an accredited college.
• CMA (AAMA) certification or eligibility for CMA or RMA.
• Three years of relevant work experience in patient care and/or teaching.

Responsibilities

• Teach medical assisting courses in the Allied Health department.
• May be required to teach at any College location.
• Prepare lesson plans and develop curriculum; maintain documentation and reports.
• Attend professional development training and assist with recruitment, retention, and job placement efforts.

Education

Diploma in Medical Assisting program

CMA (AAMA) certification or RMA (AMT) eligibility

Tools

Diversity of software tools

Job description

Explore a World of Opportunity with the State of Georgia! We are the force that drives Georgia! Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various agencies and entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's more than 10 million citizens! Join Team Georgia and impact lives everyday while receiving a robust benefits package designed for every stage of your career!

Job Title

Adj. Instructor, Medical Assisting

Compensation Details

COMPENSATION WILL BE COMMENSURATE WITH THE APPLICANT'S EDUCATION, EXPERIENCE, AND QUALIFICATIONS.

Job Description

Minimum Qualifications

Diploma of a Medical Assisting program from a nationally or regionally accredited college or university and a minimum of three (3) years of work experience within the last seven (7) years in the areas of patient care and/or teaching. Possess either a current RMA (AMT) or CMA (AAMA) certification or be eligible for certification.

Preferred Qualifications

Associate’s degree in Medical Assisting program from a nationally or regionally accredited college or university and three (3) years of work experience in a healthcare facility, including a minimum of 160 hours in an ambulatory healthcare setting performing or observing administrative and clinical procedures as performed by medical assistants. One (1) year teaching experience in postsecondary and/or vocational/technical education; have instruction in educational theory and techniques. Credentialed in good standing in medical assisting by an organization whose credentialing exam is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA) or the American National Standards Institute (ANSI).

Responsibilities

• Teaching medical assisting courses in the Allied Health department.
• Instructor may be required to teach classes at any location of the College.
• Under general supervision, prepares lesson plans for classroom/laboratory and online instruction; develops program curriculum, syllabi, goals, and objectives; evaluates students’ progress in attaining goals and objectives; prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports; attends various professional development training; assists with recruitment, retention, and job placement efforts.
• The position may require committee and project assignments as well as day/evening classes and activities and other duties as assigned.

Competencies

Must have excellent communication, organizational, administrative, and clinical skills. Excellent human relations skills; Excellent written and verbal communications skills; Skill and experience in the operation of computers and job related software programs; Knowledge of pedagogical practice and theory; Knowledge of the mission of postsecondary vocational/technical education; Knowledge of academic course standards; Knowledge of the college’s academic programs; Skill to work cooperatively with students, faculty and staff; Skill in the preparation and delivery of classroom content; Skill to make timely decisions; Decision-making and problem solving skills; Skill in interpersonal relations and in dealing with the public.

Salary

This is a part-time position without insurance benefits; work hours will not exceed 29 per week. Hourly rate is commensurate with education and work experience.

Special Notes

It shall be a condition of employment to submit to a background investigation. Offers of employment shall be conditional pending the result of the background investigation. Federal Law requires ID and eligibility verification prior to employment. All male U.S. citizens, and male aliens living in the U.S., who are ages 18 through 25, are required to register for the military draft and must present proof of Selective Service Registration upon employment. Applicants who need special assistance may request assistance by phoning [phone]. Applicants scheduled for interviews will be notified of the status of the position.

Equal Employment Opportunity Statement

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

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