Part Time Adjunct: Medical Terminology (Professional and Continuing Education)

Evergreen State College; Washington, Olympia (District of Columbia, WA); Remote; USD 3,000 - 8,000; Part time

Job summary

An innovative educational institution seeks a part-time faculty member to teach Core Medical Terminology. This role offers the opportunity to engage with diverse students in a transformative learning environment, emphasizing critical thinking and effective communication in healthcare contexts. As part of a certificate program, you will help students build essential skills for their careers in health administration. The position is remote, allowing for flexibility while maintaining high educational standards. Join a collaborative team dedicated to fostering equity and inclusion in education.

Qualifications

• Master's degree in Health Administration, Nursing, or related field required.
• Experience teaching in a classroom or professional training environment preferred.

Responsibilities

• Teach Core Medical Terminology in an online format with synchronous sessions.
• Evaluate students and provide guidance on their learning process.

Skills

Teaching Experience

Healthcare Delivery Knowledge

Medical Terminology

Communication Skills

Critical Thinking

Education

Master's Degree in Health Administration

Master's Degree in Nursing

Job description

Position Information

* As a condition of employment, persons hired must provide proof of identity and employment eligibility within three (3) days of beginning work.

* Prior to an official offer of employment, a Declaration Regarding Sexual Misconduct form must be submitted to the college per RCW 28B.112.080. The college will contact current and past employers to verify this information. Applicants who provide inaccurate information in their declaration will be disqualified and, if the inaccuracies are discovered after the applicant has been hired, it shall be grounds for termination.

Evergreen is an innovative, public, liberal arts college emphasizing integrated interdisciplinary study and collaborative team-teaching throughout the undergraduate curriculum and in three graduate programs. Teaching is the central work of the faculty at both the undergraduate and graduate levels. Successful teaching at Evergreen requires broad-ranging intellectual curiosity, the ability to formulate interdisciplinary questions, and the pedagogical skills to support our diverse student population.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, age, genetic information, disability, or status as a protected veteran. For more information regarding Evergreen's non-discrimination policies or to report discrimination, please visit the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity webpage at www.evergreen.edu/equalopportunity or contact the Affirmative Action and Equal Opportunity Officer at [phone], Room 3102 Library Building, 2700 Evergreen Parkway NW, Olympia, WA 98505.

Position Title	Part Time Adjunct: Medical Terminology (Professional and Continuing Education)
Job Summary	The Evergreen State College seeks a part-time faculty member with professional experience in health care delivery and administration who is interested in teaching Core Medical Terminology. The course is an overview of essential medical terminology tailored for students entering the field of health administration. Students will learn to: 1) Analyze and construct medical terms using fundamental word-building principles, 2) Apply anatomical, diagnostic, and procedural terminology accurately in healthcare contexts, 3) Demonstrate effective communication including terminology usage in policy documents and care coordination, and 4) Use terminology appropriately, ethically, and inclusively across diverse healthcare settings and specialties. The course is part of a certificate program in Health Administration: Policy and Organizational Management offered through Evergreen's school of Professional and Continuing Education. The certificate provides introductory to intermediate-level education for current public sector health employees as well as students seeking new career opportunities. The school for Professional and Continuing Education provides transformative education for part time students, working adults, and lifelong learners. Drawing on Evergreen's tradition of innovative curricular design and collaborative learning communities, it offers bachelor's degree curriculum and stackable certificates that combine theory with practice to help students achieve academic goals, advance their careers, and create a better world. The College reserves the right to extend searches or not offer positions advertised. As a condition of employment, persons hired must provide proof of identity and employment eligibility, including authorization to work in the United States, within three (3) days of beginning work. All position offers are contingent on funding. Persons with disabilities can receive accommodations in the hiring process by contacting the Faculty Hiring Coordinator. The Evergreen State College is an equal opportunity employer.
Job Expectations	The part-time faculty member hired for this position is expected to teach one or more courses in an online mode with synchronous (real-time) zoom sessions. The online class sessions will be held one night a week (TBD) starting at 6 pm. This is a remote position that does not require teaching on our physical campus in Olympia, Washington. However a condition of employment is that you have residency in one of the following states: California, Oregon, New York, Texas, or Washington State and teach remotely from that state. Evergreen uses narrative evaluations in lieu of grades and faculty are generally responsible for evaluating 25 students/quarter in each class. Faculty are also responsible for advising students as they reflect on their learning process, develop a pathway of study, and formulate their own areas of concentration. As part of our interdisciplinary approach to teaching and learning, we are interested in helping all students develop strong skills in critical thinking, problem solving, collaboration, and communication across significant differences. Over 80% of our students come from underserved and marginalized groups, and we are particularly invested in approaches to teaching that emphasize diversity and equity, that provide opportunities for challenge and growth, and that foster a learning environment where all students feel welcome and can learn from one another. Evergreen's adjunct faculty positions and are not eligible for continuing appointment, but successful candidates may be rehired annually. All requirements for these positions must be completed at the time of hire. Salary for all positions is based on experience and degrees (see http://www.evergreen.edu/facultyhiring/salarygrid for more information). We do not offer relocation expenses for our adjunct faculty positions. A complete list of faculty responsibilities can be found in the Collective Bargaining Agreement: (follow the Collective Bargain Agreement link at https://www.evergreen.edu/offices-services/faculty-hiring/benefits).
Minimum Qualifications	Master's degree in Health Administration, Nursing, or related field Demonstrated experience teaching in a classroom or professional training environment
Preferred Qualifications	Experience teaching at the college or university level. Experience working as a medical professional such as RN or Paramedic. Experience in online delivery of courses, seminars and/or workshops. Experience working with diverse and underserved populations.
Conditions of Employment
Application Instructions	REQUIRED MATERIALS: Cover letter Curriculum Vitae or resume List of 3 references with current email address and phone number. *inclusion of a photo on any of the documents will render them unacceptable.
About Evergreen
EEO Statement
Full time/Part time	Part Time
Salary Information	$3,531-$7959 per one-quarter course . Faculty membership is unranked with salary determined on a non-competitive, open scale based on earned degrees and years of relevant experience.

Posting Detail Information

Number of Vacancies	1
Location	Olympia
Start Date	Winter 2026
Open Date	04/29/2025
Review Start Date	Review of completed applications will begin on May 13, 2025. The posting may close at any time after that.
Special Instructions to Applicant
Quick Link for Direct Access to Posting	https://evergreen.peopleadmin.com/postings/4278