Role Summary:
The Medical Assistant Instructor is a key educator in our medical assisting programs, responsible for developing and delivering lesson plans, conducting both in-person and online classes, and evaluating student performance. This role requires a blend of teaching experience and leadership skills, with proficiency in online instruction and familiarity with the Canvas Learning Management System (LMS) being essential.

Key Responsibilities:

Adapt to evolving responsibilities as determined by management. Responsibilities include:

• Meeting the program requirements with a minimum of 3 years of professional experience as a Medical Assistant, including teaching and leadership roles.
• Holding current Medical Assistant certification (CCMA/CMA) or registration (RMA).
• Instructing students in technical skills like phlebotomy and ECG, with relevant certifications preferred.
• Utilizing a range of teaching methods, including lectures, discussions, role-playing, and online instructional techniques.
• Demonstrating proficiency in using Canvas LMS for online teaching and course management.
• Supervising students in both physical and virtual classroom settings and during field trips.
• Exhibiting strong writing, documentation, and digital communication skills.
• Effectively using modern technology in healthcare education and applying critical thinking in practice.
• Communicating effectively with individuals of different ages.
• Being skilled in clinical office procedures, including patient interviewing, medical history documentation, vital sign measurement, assisting in examinations and minor surgical procedures, and basic x-ray procedures.
• Emphasizing the importance of OSHA guidelines, regulations, and proper use of PPE.
• Conducting practical demonstrations in clinical skills such as taking vital signs and administering injections.
• Practicing healthcare in a safe, ethical, and legal manner.
• Assisting in various classroom and online activities, including tutoring, preparing materials, and grading assignments.
• Applying the nursing process in caring for a diverse range of individuals in different settings.

Educational and Experience Requirements:

• Minimum of a High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• At least 3 years of experience in the relevant vocational field, with a strong emphasis on teaching and leadership roles.
• Ability to demonstrate that practical experience in the trade or occupation is not essential for proficient teaching (applicable to general science classes).
• Education may be substituted for experience.
• Current nationally accredited certifications relevant to the vocational program being taught.
• Bachelor's degree preferred.

Skills and Qualifications:

• Ability to work independently and collaboratively in both physical and virtual team environments.
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Outlook), network drives, administrative software, and Canvas LMS.
• Strong customer service, follow-up, and organizational skills.
• Capable of critical and logical thinking, sound judgment, and problem-solving.
• Positive attitude, compassionate nature, and a service-oriented approach.
• Commitment to maintaining confidentiality and integrity of information.
• Excellent written, verbal, and digital communication skills.
• Effective time management and multitasking abilities in a fast-paced environment.
• Demonstrated leadership skills and experience in guiding and mentoring others.

Physical, Mental, and Communication Demands:

• The role frequently requires standing, sitting, walking, bending, and occasionally lifting/moving items up to 25lbs.
• The work environment includes both traditional office settings and virtual spaces, involving significant computer use for online instruction.
• The position demands mental agility for effective teaching, leadership, and adapting to various learning environments and student needs.

Job Type: Part-time

Pay: $20.00 - $30.00 per hour

Expected hours: 25 per week

Benefits:

• Flexible schedule
• Professional development assistance

Physical setting:

• University

Schedule:

• Evening shift
• Weekends as needed

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Teaching: 3 years (Required)

License/Certification:

• CCMA or RMA Certification. RN a + (Required)
• CCMA Certification (Required)

Shift availability:

• Night Shift (Required)

Work Location: In person