Medical Assistant Lead Instructor

Lindenwood; Detroit (MI); On-site; USD 55,000 - 75,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Tuition discounts for Dorsey programs

Comprehensive benefits plan

Paid holidays and 403b retirement plan

Job summary

Dorsey College is seeking a Medical Assistant Lead Instructor to support instructional staff and act as a liaison between faculty, campus leadership and the Education team. The role emphasizes documentation, mentor-ship, and compliance with regulatory standards.

The Lead Instructor will oversee course material preparation, exam processes, and staff development while ensuring timely communication and adherence to policies.

Qualifications

• Must be a current Dorsey instructor with at least 1 year teaching experience
• Medical Assistant courses require a degree/diploma/certificate from an accredited post-secondary institution
• Certification from a recognized agency must be obtained within 120 days of first day teaching

Responsibilities

• Maintain Instructor Resource Manuals, Safety Manuals, and other required documentation
• Assist with maintaining instructor binders and gather regulatory/accreditation forms
• Communicate routine matters from campus leadership to instructional staff
• Mentor new teachers on campus orientation, lesson plan completion, and grade compilation
• Assist instructors with modular documentation and course syllabi collection
• Maintain inventory of reference books/materials and purchase supplies
• Manage final exam process and assist with classroom observations as directed

Skills

Verbal & written communication

Time management

Multitasking

Policy & procedure adherence

Positive attitude

MS Office proficiency

Active listening

Education

Medical Assistant degree/diploma/certificate

2 years subject matter experience OR 3 years related experience

Certification within 120 days of first day

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Job description

Welcome to Career Opportunities at Dorsey CollegePLEASE READ: For all applications, please include your resume and cover letter. You may skip the “ Quick Apply ” page by simply clicking “ Next ” at the bottom of the page. When you arrive at the “ Experience ” page, you may upload all desired documents using the upload box labeled “ Resume/CV. ” This is the appropriate box to upload all documents.Benefits of Being a Dorsey Employee:Tuition discounts for Dorsey programs (employee, spouse, and dependent).Tuition discount opportunities for select on-line Lindenwood University degrees for employees that qualify.Comprehensive benefits plan: medical, dental, vision, life insurance, disability insurance, employee assistance program, and 403b retirement plan.Eleven Paid holidays: MLK Jr. day, Memorial Day, Juneteenth, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving break (Thursday – Friday), Christmas Eve and Christmas Days (as observed), and New Year’s Eve and New Year’s Day (as observed).JOB TITLEMedical Assistant Lead InstructorDEPARTMENTInstructionSUPERVISORYNoREPORTS TOVP of Education and Career ServicesEEO ClassificationProfessionalSUMMARY:The Lead Instructor provides support to instructional staff and serves as a liaison between faculty, campus leadership and the CSC Education team.ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS:Maintain Instructor Resource Manuals, Safety Manuals, and other required documentation.Assist with maintaining instructor binders including gathering regulatory and accreditation agency forms and documentation of professional development.Communicate routine matters from CSC Education and/or campus leadership to the instructional staff.Assist with and mentor new teachers on campus-level orientation, lesson plan completion, and grade compilation.Assist instructors with preparing modular documentation.Collect course syllabi during the first week of the module, lesson plans on a weekly basis, and grades as required by policy; maintain in Modular Documentation.Check with all instructors on day two of the module for any materials that may be needed including textbooks, supplies, etc.Maintain an inventory of reference books and materials.Purchase instructional and/or bulletin board materials as needed.Manage the final exam process.Assist with classroom observations as directed.KNOWLEDGE – SKILLS – ABILITIES:Exceptional verbal and written communication skills as well as active listening.Must possess strong time management skills and ability to work well underpressure.Able to multitask, prioritize, show extreme resourcefulness and problem solvingskills.Must be able to follow policies and procedures and support the Managing Director.Must be able to express a positive attitude about school activities.Proficient with basic office equipment, computers, and computer applications including Microsoft Office Suite.WORKING CONDITIONS:May be required to work late and occasional weekends to support business needs.MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS:Must be a current Dorsey instructor; a minimum of one year preferred.Must have proven track record of excellent teacher evaluations, standardized final exam and student retention results.Medical Assistant courses require a degree, diploma, or certificate in the field taught from a post- secondary institution accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. DOE and two years’ documented experience in the subject taught or three years of significant job-related, documented experience for those instructors without specific education in the field.Certifications Required:Certification from a recognized certification agency in the field taught must be obtained within 120 days of first day teaching class at Dorsey Schools and maintained according to the certification agency guidelines.PHYSICAL DEMANDS:The physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job. While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to see, talk and hear. The employee is frequently required to stand; walk; sit for extended periods of time; and have sufficient hand, arm and finger dexterity to operate a phone, computer keyboard and other office equipment.NOTE: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive, and the employee may be required to perform other duties as assigned by their manager, in order to meet business demands. This is not an employment contract, implied or otherwise and employment with Dorsey College is “at-will”Equal Opportunity EmployerDorsey College is an Equal Opportunity employer. The College complies with appropriate federal, state, and local laws and provides equal employment opportunities and access to educational programs without regard to race, color, religion, gender, age, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, veteran status, disability, or any other protected status to all qualified applicants and employees. Dorsey College is committed to a policy of non-discrimination and dedicated to providing a positive discrimination-free educational work environment.Dorsey College also strives to ensure equal access to educational programs and activities, compliant with Title IX which prevents sex discrimination, including accommodations for pregnancy and pregnancy related conditions. Dorsey College does not discriminate on the basis of sex and prohibits sex discrimination in any education program or activity that it operates, as required by Title IX and its regulations, including in admission and employment. Inquiries about Title IX may be referred to Dorsey College’s Title IX Coordinator, the U.S. Department of Education’s Office for Civil Rights, or both. Dorsey College’s Title IX Coordinator is Ann Victoria Thomas, 31799 John R Road, Madison Heights, MI 48071, [e-mail] , Ph: 248.585.9200, ext. 11228. Dorsey College’s nondiscrimination policy and grievance procedures can be located at https://www.dorsey.edu/policies-and-plans/ . To report information about conduct that may constitute sex discrimination or make a complaint of sex discrimination under Title IX, please also refer to https://www.dorsey.edu/policies-and-plans/ and select “Report an Incident” under the Title IX heading.