Program Director for Medical Assisting/ Healthcare Program Coordinator

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc.; Dover (NJ); On-site; USD 70,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

The Chronicle Of Higher Education, Inc. is seeking a Program Director for Medical Assisting/Healthcare Program Coordinator in Dover, New Jersey. This role involves leadership in coordinating and delivering healthcare programs for the Center for Workforce Development, focusing on the Medical Assisting program.

Responsibilities include instructional oversight, program administration, and ensuring effectiveness through assessment. Candidates must possess a Bachelor’s degree, active certification in Medical Assisting, and a minimum of three years of relevant experience. Monday to Friday with some evenings and weekends required.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree required, with training in medical or allied health.
• Active certification in Medical Assisting is mandatory.
• Minimum 3 years of experience in medical assisting is required.

Responsibilities

• Provide leadership in coordination and delivery of healthcare programs.
• Assist in development and management of non‑credit healthcare programs.
• Work with administration to ensure high‑quality program delivery.

Skills

Strong interpersonal skills

Communication of complex ideas

Knowledge of Microsoft Office

Customer service skills

Attention to detail

Ability to work under pressure

Education

Bachelor’s degree

Certification in Medical Assisting

Degree in medical-related field

Tools

Microsoft Office

Job description

Job Summary

The Program Director for Medical Assisting/Healthcare Program Coordinator will provide leadership in coordination and delivery of healthcare programs for the Center for Workforce Development. Instruction and oversight of CCM’s Medical Assisting program is the primary responsibility. The individual will have instructional responsibilities within the program and ensure program effectiveness through outcomes assessment, organization, administration, planning, and development. They will have a broad understanding of program and accreditation requirements, particularly those of the Medical Assisting Review Board (MAERB) and the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs.

The Program Director will assist in development and management of CCM non‑credit healthcare programs. This includes managing facility usage and instructional supply orders for related programs. The individual will coordinate with Workforce Development administration and healthcare instructors to deliver high‑quality programs leading to job placement in the field of study and support the assessment for all programs.

The individual will understand the college mission and work in conjunction with college credit faculty and staff to ensure appropriate delivery of programs and services.

Qualifications

• Education: Bachelor’s degree required. Documentation of training in medical or allied health and training in instructional methodology. Active certification in Medical Assisting (CMA, RMA, NCMA, NCCT, CCMA, or CMAC) required. Degree in medical‑related field preferred.
• Experience: Minimum 3 years of experience in the profession of medical assisting. Demonstrated knowledge of Medical Assisting credit curriculum and industry‑valued credentials. Preferred: 5 years of industry experience, and 2 years of teaching experience; curriculum development experience.
• Skills: Strong interpersonal skills. Ability to communicate complex ideas and activities to a broad audience. Knowledge of Microsoft Office and related programs, excellent computer skills, good phone skills, customer service skills, attention to detail, self‑motivated, good communication skills, ability to work under pressure, sensitivity in handling confidential information. Familiarity with external funding sources such as state and federal grants.

Work Hours

Monday – Friday, 8:30‑4:30 with some nights and weekends required.