Position Summary:
Engages students in the teaching/learning process; works assigned schedule.
Essential Duties and Responsibilities Include:
Plans and teaches courses that fulfill the current curriculum goals and objectives. Remains current with subject matter and instructional methodology. Employs appropriate assessment techniques to measure student performance in achieving course goals and objectives. Communicates progress in the course to students in a timely manner. Determines and submits students grades in accordance with established College policies and procedures.
The instructor must be competent and be able to teach the students the following competencies, including:
Taking Patient Vital Signs Taking Medical Histories Preparing Patients for Medical Tests and Examinations Assisting Physicians During Examinations Explaining Medical Procedures to Patients Sterilizing Medical Instruments Removing Sutures Calling Prescriptions in to Pharmacies Preparing Patients for X-Rays Administering Topical, Oral, or Intramuscular Medications Filling Out Insurance Forms Filing Patient Medical Records Maintaining the Confidentiality of Patient Information Managing inventory and ordering supplies Scheduling Patient Medical Procedures Following Up on Patient Visits Updating Patient Charts Ordering Lab Tests Billing Patients Working with Insurance Companies Managing Petty Cash Answering Phones Greeting Patients Sorting Mail Handling Correspondence Filing Typing Documents Performing Computer Data Entry Handling Billing and Bookkeeping Tasks
Supports the mission of the program, division, and College.
Program Area Responsibilities (as applicable):
Responsible for teaching, lecture and lab-based classes in various teaching modes (traditional, hybrid, and on-line) related to the field of medical assistant.
Education and/or Work Experience:
Certified Medical Assistant/ Registered Medical Assistant. Associate Degree in related field preferred. Has worked in an Ambulatory care setting for a minimum of 2 years. Minimum of two years teaching experience.
Other Skills and Abilities:
Ability to effectively communicate one-on-one, in small groups, and in classroom situations. Proficient in word-processing and presentation software, internet, and e-mail. Demonstrated ability to work with a diverse group of students. Capability to teach in more than one discipline. Effective verbal, written, and listening communication skills. Effective problem-solving skills. Ability to work a combination of days/evening/weekend schedules. Must be able to travel to both Fremont and Fostoria locations.
Certificates, Licenses, Registrations:
Certified Medical Assistant/ Registered Medical Assistant American Heart Association BLS CPR