Essential Functions:
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Plans, develops, presents, and supervises learning opportunities for students in accordance with designated and approved course curriculum and assessments.
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With the aid of the Instructional Systems Design team and guided by Advisory Committee feedback, develops curriculum according to defined criteria outlined in the Curriculum Quality Checklist.
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Promotes job readiness, encourages professionalism and good work habits, and assists students in seeking and finding employment.
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Works to meet College program and accreditation standards and requirements, including completion, placement, licensure, membership hours, headcount, certificates awarded, and retention (graduate completers).
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Maintains a safe, clean, and orderly training area by ensuring there are adequate supplies to support continuous instruction; monitoring responsible use of supplies and equipment; and requesting and maintaining equipment as appropriate.
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Orients new students to classroom facilities, technology, and program/classroom performance and behavior expectations, procedures, and safety.
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Supports student participation in Career and Technical Student Organizations (CTSOs).
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Cooperatively develops and works within the assigned program budget.
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Builds and maintains relationships with industry partners, developing and participating in Occupational Advisory Committee(s).
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As applicable, develops work-based learning activities for students, arranges for supervision and evaluation of off-site students, and records and reports progress and completion.
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Participates in professional development opportunities, including training in distance education, if applicable.
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May assist in the development and instruction of custom courses.
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Assures effective two-way communication at all levels of responsibility.
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Participates in department and college meetings as appropriate.
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Seeks always to promote a spirit of collegiality in dealings with college staff.
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Plans, develops, presents, and supervises learning opportunities for students in accordance with designated and approved course curriculum and assessments.
Qualifications:
To perform at a proficient level and to be fully qualified, a person would be expected to have:
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Education: High School Diploma required and a graduate of a Medical Assistant Program.
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Certifications:
- At least one of the following: Certified Clinical Medical Assistant, National Healthcare Association, Certified Medical Assistant, American Association of Medical Assistants, Registered Medical Assistant, American Medical Technologists.
- Experience: A minimum of three years of related industry experience.
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Background Check: Must be able to pass a background check.
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Probationary Period: Continued employment is contingent upon successful completion of a six (6) month probationary period.
Institution: Southwest Technical College
Position: Faculty - Medical Assistant
Reports To: Program Coordinator
Job Summary:
Supports the College Mission to serve students, employers, and the College community. Provides leadership and quality education and job skill training in a safe, clean, positive, and productive learning environment. Participate collaboratively and professionally with students, faculty, staff, and college partners to promote the general well-being of the department and the college.
Environmental Factors:
Conventional Educational Environment. In some programs, employees may occasionally be exposed to cleaning chemicals, and the hazards associated with respective industry equipment.
Disclaimer:
The above statements are intended to describe the general nature and level of work being performed by employees being assigned to this classification; they are not intended to be construed as an exhaustive list of all responsibilities, duties, and skills required of personnel so classified.
