Instructor-Medical Assisting, 12-Month
Gaston College is seeking applicants for a Full-Time Instructor-Medical Assisting position.
SUMMARY
OPEN UNTIL FILLED
Annual Salary: $58,101.00 - $68,792.00
Teach medical assisting skills in a one-year diploma medical assisting program. Teaching load will include medical office administrative skills and/or medical office clinical skills as related to the role of a medical assistant and medical terminology. Supervise clinical skills practice sessions as well as serve as an ad hoc member of the program’s advisory committee. Perform other related duties as assigned by the Coordinator-Medical Assisting/Phlebotomy.
A full-time faculty member is a College employee whose primary assignment involves teaching or the direct support of teaching. The position of full-time faculty member is a demanding one that involves delivery of instruction, preparation and evaluation of such instruction, accessibility to students, committee assignments, and service to College and community. Teach day and evening classes at multiple instruction sites as required.
DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES
- Conduct assigned classes of instruction in the best manner to achieve student learning; present information, ideas, and skills in ways which are appropriate to a variety of learning styles and which show sensitivity to a diverse student population.
- Provide students with the approved course syllabus and relate instruction and evaluation to that syllabus.
- Participate in student recruitment and placement activities.
- Maintain and ensure program performance and competency standards are met.
- Collaborate and participate in program re-accreditation processes.
- Treat students with tact and respect, maintain collegial relationships, and work productively as a member of a team.
- Evaluate achievement with timely interim and final performance evaluations and assign grades which reflect College policy and the achievement of course objectives as stated in the syllabus.
- Provide academic advising, maintain regular office hours, and maintain overall accessibility to students, which necessitates flexibility in arranging out-of-class consultations to accommodate student needs.
- Maintain instructional quality and effectiveness through constant and timely revisions of programs and course syllabi within assigned content area.
- Maintain class records and submit required reports in a timely manner.
- Develop new courses and select and recommend appropriate instructional materials and textbooks.
- Serve on College committees.
- Attend and otherwise participate in scheduled department, division, and College meetings and participate in graduation.
- Maintain currency in content areas through appropriate professional development.
- Participate in activities that enhance the College’s service to students and to the community.
MINIMUM EDUCATION QUALIFICATIONS
- A.A.S. degree in Medical Assisting required.
- Bachelor’s degree preferred.
- Certified Medical Assistant with credentials through the AAMA required.
- Must acquire continuing education in educational theory and techniques.
- Must meet minimum SACS criteria and the minimum criteria of other pertinent accrediting, licensing, and credentialing agencies in the area of teaching assignment.
MINIMUM EXPERIENCE QUALIFICATIONS
- Three years of experience in medical office setting.
- Prior college-level teaching experience preferred.
- Community college teaching experience preferred.
- Proficiency in computer applications, Microsoft Office Suite, and electronic medical records software required.
- Must have (or will acquire by the end of the first semester of employment) a Healthcare Provider level CPR certification.
PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
- Must be able to lift, carry, push, and/or pull up to 25 pounds
- Frequent standing, walking, stooping, and bending required
- Exposure to typical elements associated with a clinical classroom and lab environment
- Work environment can be stressful at times in dealing with a wide variety of challenges and deadlines
Gaston College provides a comprehensive, affordable insurance and benefits program. We are continuously investigating new benefit offerings that are responsive to the needs of our regular** employees.
- State Health Plan
- Dental Insurance
- Vision Insurance
- Health Care and Dependent Care Flexible Spending Accounts
- Employee Assistance Program
- Additional Supplemental Insurances
- NC State Retirement Plan
- Supplemental Retirement Plans
- Disability Benefits, Long- and Short-Term
- Longevity Pay
- State Employees' Credit Union Eligibility
- Leave (Vacation, Sick, FMLA, Civil and Military, Child/Student Involvement, Education, and Voluntary Shared)
- Paid Holidays
- Educational Advancement Compensation
- Tuition Assistance
- Employee Discount Program
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