Hands-On Medical Assisting Instructor (Adjunct)

Fortis College; Landover (MD); On-site; USD 34,000 - 48,000; Part time

Job summary

Fortis College is seeking an experienced, student-focused Medical Assistant to join its faculty members to teach in our career-focused academic programs. If you are passionate about sharing your industry expertise, supporting student success, and helping learners achieve their educational and career goals, we invite you to join our instructional team.

The Role reports to Program Lead, Program Director, or Dean/Director of Education.

Qualifications

• Strong interpersonal, presentation, written communication, organizational and planning skills.
• Completion of a Medical Assisting program with a certificate or diploma; an associate degree is preferred but not required.
• Certifications/licensure listed: CCMA, CCMAI, RMA, CMA, LPN or RN, CPR/BLS.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses using approved curricula and instructional materials.
• Create an engaging learning environment in classroom, laboratory, and clinical settings.
• Provide students with syllabi and clearly communicate expectations and learning outcomes.
• Grade assignments and maintain gradebooks in Canvas.
• Record and maintain accurate student attendance.
• Advise and support student success, monitor attendance, and intervene as needed.
• Complete midterm evaluations and provide timely feedback.
• Maintain classroom, laboratory organization, cleanliness, and safety.
• Attend campus meetings, workshops, orientation activities, and graduation ceremonies.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Teaching ability

Presentation

Written communication

Organizational skills

Planning skills

Education

Medical Assisting certificate/diploma

Job description

Fortis College is seeking an experienced, student-focused Medical Assistant to join its faculty members to teach in our career-focused academic programs. If you are passionate about sharing your industry expertise, supporting student success, and helping learners achieve their educational and career goals, we invite you to join our instructional team.

The Role reports to Program Lead, Program Director, or Dean/Director of Education.