Medical Assisting, Instructor - Adjunct
Job Description
Under the general supervision of the Program Director delivers class and/or clinical instruction according to an approved course syllabus using accepted and effective teaching methods; develops daily lesson plans; advises and tutors students; maintains current and accurate attendance and grade records; remains current in applicable program teaching field; participates in faculty meetings, professional growth activities in the respective field and two (2) in-service training sessions annually. Participates in college activities such as in-services, faculty meetings, student functions, graduation exercises, open houses, new student orientations, and advisory board meetings. Strives for student success by providing quality instruction that results in students’ achievement of course and program objectives, retention of students, and prepares students for entry-level positions in the healthcare field.
Essential Functions & Responsibilities:
- Delivers curriculum in accordance with approved syllabi, according to program objectives and timelines.
- Employs appropriate instructional methods and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students and modifies where appropriate to meet diverse students’ needs.
- Prepares outlines of instructional programs and training schedules according to established course objectives.
- Observes and evaluates students' work to determine progress, provides feedback, and makes suggestions for improvement.
- Encourages the development of communication skills and higher order thinking skills through appropriate assignments.
- Presents lectures and conducts discussions to increase students' knowledge and competence, using visual aids such as graphs, charts, videotapes, and slides.
Qualifications Required:
- High School Graduate or equivalent.
- Must be a graduate from a program accredited by an agency recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) in the specialty field or the subject area in which they teach.
- Must hold one of the following at time of hire or within six (6) months of hire date:
- Current CMA (AAMA) or other medical assistant credential issued by AAMA accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA)
- RMA (AMT) or other medical assistant credential issued by AMT accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies (NCCA)
- CMA (NCCT) National Center for Competency Testing in coordination with MMCI Multiskilled Medical Certification Institute approved by the Medical Board of California
- Other medical assistant certification issued by a nationally recognized agency
- Current CPR Card.
Compensation: $25.02/hr. rate - $34.02/hr. rate
Campus: ACC Orange County Campus La Palma
Function: Faculty
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