Head of Medical Assisting Program & Curriculum Lead

National University of Natural Medicine; Portland (OR); On-site; USD 39,000 - 57,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

10% discount at NUNM Medicinary

Job summary

National University of Natural Medicine invites applications for the Program Chair of the Medical Assisting Program. The role combines academic administration, teaching, and student success initiatives at our Portland campus.

The position oversees the Medical Assisting program, curricular alignment with NHA, CCMA exam administration, and continuous program improvement, with in-person duties. Candidate must hold relevant degree and experience.

Qualifications

• Associate’s degree or higher in medical assisting or a related healthcare field.
• Minimum 2 years of experience, preferably in an academic setting.
• Ability to teach and lead program administration.

Responsibilities

• Provide administrative oversight of the Medical Assisting program.
• Coordinate curriculum with the National Healthcareer Association (NHA).
• Assist with administration of the CCMA examination.
• Lead continuous quality improvement initiatives, including assessment and outcomes tracking.
• Develop, implement, and revise curriculum to align with standards and workforce needs.
• Teach courses within the Medical Assisting curriculum.
• Monitor student achievement and provide feedback.
• Maintain course records per university policies.

Education

Associate’s degree or higher in medical assisting

Job description

National University of Natural Medicine invites applications for the Program Chair of the Medical Assisting Program. The role combines academic administration, teaching, and student success initiatives at our Portland campus.

The position oversees the Medical Assisting program, curricular alignment with NHA, CCMA exam administration, and continuous program improvement, with in-person duties. Candidate must hold relevant degree and experience.