Adjunct Instructor, Medical Assisting (2025-2026) - PTT

Under the general supervision of the Dean and the Program Chair, the adjunct instructor will instruct students in various courses in the classroom (may be face-to-face or online), and laboratory/clinical setting.This is a part-time, temporary position.

Essential Functions

Instruct and Evaluate Students:

• Provides classroom/laboratory/clinical instruction consistent with course objectives and standards for Medical Assisting according to the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs.
• Teaches courses in this Health Sciences Division as assigned in cooperation with the Program Faculty.
• Correlates classroom instruction with clinical experience through appropriate assignments and clinical conferences/evaluations according to the Program curriculum plan.
• Assigns learning experiences in a sequential manner to integrate theory with practice.
• Communicates with appropriate staff within the cooperating agencies regarding the objectives to be met and the skills and procedures students need.
• Provide students and agencies with schedules for clinical and a way to communicate changes in a timely manner.
• Orients students to clinical facilities and supervises students as required by accreditation and the facility.
• Monitors safe laboratory/clinical practice for students.
• Selects a variety of learning experiences in a variety of settings, which will allow students to gain knowledge of their role in the health care team and meets their educational needs.
• Utilize a variety of teaching strategies and modern technology in the classroom, laboratory and clinical.
• Evaluate students on a continual basis, keeping them apprised of their progress, maintain accurate student records, and submits grades as required.
• Establishes positive interpersonal relations with students.
• Acts as a role model by practicing the concepts, principles, skills and attitudes needed to be an excellent health care worker.
• Provide for Student Evaluation and Record Keeping Prepare, administers, and grades examinations and quizzes promptly. Maintains records of grades and attendance, submits mid-term and final grades to the Program Chair and Student Services at the conclusion of the course.
• Documents performance and keeps student apprised of their progress through anecdotal notes, grades, conferences, and regularly scheduled evaluations.
• Participates in the Program Assessment Plan by helping to establish bench marks for assessing student learning and providing information to evaluate student performance against the established criteria.

Remain Current in Events and Developments Related to Subject Area:

• Increase and improve teaching skills and subject knowledge through personal and professional development such as Staff Development activities, in-service days, workshops/conferences, formal education, continuing education, technical updates and personal study or professional reading.
• Uses student instructor/course evaluation results as a tool to improve student learning which demonstrates the HSD belief statement regarding our commitment to continuous improvement of learning.

Develop/Revise Course Curriculum and Educational Materials:

• Develops and/or revises course syllabi and outline as needed to meet the Program philosophy and objectives according to the Instructional Division Guidelines.
• Recommends textbooks to be used in courses according to the Program plan.
• Requests/recommends additions or deletions to the Learning Resource Center in cooperation with the Program faculty.
• Plans for needed handouts, syllabi, and other educational materials in advance and follows College, Division and Program rules for printing and copyrights.

Serves as an Academic Advisor for Students:

• Advises individual and/or groups of students about the Program as assigned.
• Keeps the Program Chair and other Program Faculty informed about advisees while maintaining appropriate confidentiality regarding students.
• Maintains knowledge of information in the College Student Handbook and Program Student Handbook and applies rules and regulations consistently and fairly.
• Documents, reports, and resolves student disciplinary problems according to established College and Program guidelines.
• Assists in registering students.
• Assists in orientation of new and continuing students.

Participate in College-wide and Division Activities:

• Takes an active role in college-wide and Division teams voluntarily or assigned.
• Serves on interview committees for employee candidates.
• Represents the College in a professional and excellent manner at conferences, meetings, and other functions as requested by the College or an outside agency such as a professional organization.

Function as a Member of the Program Team:

• Demonstrates all the attributes and qualities expected of students such as dependability, punctuality, positive attitude, confidentiality, professional appearance, and professional and ethical conduct.
• Abides by the philosophy, rules and guidelines of the Program or works to adapt them through the proper channels of authority and communication.
• Assists the Program Chair and other faculty in class, laboratory or clinical whenever possible and as assigned.
• Prepares for, attends, and contributes to monthly Program faculty meetings.
• Takes responsibility for meeting annual College requirements for diversity and safety training.
• Participates in Program activities by supplying information, data, and time for; curriculum development, budget preparation, new faculty orientation, class schedules, long range planning, and other required reports and activities.

Individual Development Plan (New Instructors):

• Develops and implements an individual, personal, and professional development plan at the time of hire through Staff Development.
• Responsible for keeping own records of inservice and continuing education units/hours for certification/licensure requirements.

Professional Development:

• The Program Chair and faculty will develop a plan for professional development activities within and outside the college while staying within budgeted resources for conference registration, board & lodging and commercial and miscellaneous travel.

Promote/Support Diversity:

• Promote and support the college's diversity goals; promote/support EE, Equity, and Diversity programs.

Promote/Support the Organizational Environment through Goal 9 of the Strategic Plan:

• Maximize operational efficiency by enhancing policies and procedures, staffing, and communication processes and practices.
• Enhance positive communication processes and practices, and maximize a positive and engaging organizational environment by encouraging input, reflective and transparent communication, and compassion and respect toward the views and ideas of others.

Program Chair Duties:*

• An instructor could be assigned to be the Program Chair for the program which includes the duties and responsibilities of supervising other faculty and coordinating the activities of the program.
• Addendum 1 to the position description is a general list of duties as a Program Chair.

Marginal Functions

1. Serves as a substitute instructor for the program when needed as assigned.

2. Work with other colleges to create an articulation/clear pathways to higher education.

3. Perform other related duties as assigned.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

1. Current knowledge and expertise in course(s) assigned per curriculum plan.

2. Basic knowledge of medical vocabulary, grammar, spelling, writing, measurements, and mathematics.

3. Ability to read, interpret, comprehend course, classroom or clinical materials that include, but are not limited to, textbooks, medical records, and procedure manuals.

4. Ability to develop/incorporate a variety of teaching strategies and techniques in the classroom/laboratory/clinical setting.

5. Ability to supervise students as they perform return demonstrations/role plays, etc. in classroom laboratory, and as they perform skills in the clinical laboratory, according to approved standards for nursing.

6. Knowledge and experience using computer software to include Microsoft Word, Excel, Power Point and Windows/Explorer and Outlook and a willingness to learn computer aided instructional software to enhance instruction.

7. Ability to role model for student's excellence and ethics in providing health care for clients.

8. Ability to organize and schedule instructional activities, being resourceful in obtaining clinical experiences according to the approved guidelines of the program.

9. Knowledge, experience, and ability to make correct assessment of resident/client/patient's status or student actions, and intervene appropriately.

10. Ability to devise/utilize appropriate evaluation methods for classroom and clinical according to Program Assessment Plan.

11. Physical endurance to supervise students for up to 12 hours in clinical and /or lab. (Usually a 7 to 8 hour shift.)

12. Manual dexterity skills to perform exacting tasks that include, but are not limited to, legible writing, and manipulation of equipment appropriate for discipline.

13. Ability to relate to and collaborate with colleagues, faculty, students, clinical staff, and supervisor of diverse backgrounds in a positive and cooperative manner.

14. Ability to bend, reach, stand, or walk while functioning as a classroom/clinical/lab instructor.

15. Ability to lift and move objects of at least 50 pounds.

16. Ability to perform required clinical skills safely and accurately.

17. Ability to use effective problem solving techniques with students and colleague.

18. The individual must possess the skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the essential functions of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities.

Minimum Qualifications

• Associate's Degree in Medical Assisting, Nursing, or Allied Health.
• Current certifications or licensure depending on the degree/field.
• Three (3) years experience in a medical office or clinic.
• Current and competent in the MAERB Core Curriculum objectives as evidenced by education and/or experience.

Desired Qualifications

• Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing, Allied Health, or Business.
• Certified Medical Assistant (AAMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (AMT).
• Teaching experience.
• Membership in the professional organization associated with the field of experience.

Salary

TBD

Benefits

Part-time temporary employees are eligible to participate in the TIAA retirement plan through a Roth, SRA, or 457(B) account, with no match provided by the College.

Schedule

This is a part-time temporary position with assignments based on program needs.