Instructor - Medical Assistant

Join Dixie Technical College as a Medical Assistant Instructor and inspire the next generation of healthcare professionals on a state-of-the-art campus in St. George, Utah - with a competitive salary of $65K-$70K and an exceptional benefits package that includes fully paid medical, 20.4% employer retirement contributions, and generous paid time off

This position holds responsibilities for the success of the Medical Assistant program. This instructor must ensure that a positive, upbeat, diversified, interesting, and active learning environment occurs in both classrooms and labs, giving the students relevant and worthwhile experiences daily. The responsibilities include planning, organizing, and implementing an effective instructional training program with an emphasis on quality hands-on labs. The instructor would also ensure that training is conducted in a professional learning environment that guides, encourages, and enables students to develop into industry professionals.

Primary teaching hours are Monday-Thursday, 7:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m., with occasional Friday coverage.

Salaried benefits include:

• Medical and dental coverage, with the College paying the costs of the medical plan and most of the costs of the dental plan
• Employer contributions to Health Savings Account ($1,950 per year for single coverage, $3,450 for double coverage, and $4,950 for three or more) without a match requirement
• Employer contributions to a 403(b) account, amounting to 20.4% of the employee's pay without a match requirement. Employees may make additional contributions.
• Salaried employees do not pay Social Security taxes
• Employer-provided life insurance, AD&D, and LTD at no cost
• Paid holidays, as well as Christmas, Fall, Thanksgiving, and Spring Breaks, on the schedule of the local school district
• 15 days of paid vacation per year

Duties and Responsibilities:

• This is a full-time teaching position where you will be responsible for engaging daily lectures and quality hands-on lab-based instruction
• Actively create and update classroom syllabi, curriculum, lab experiences, and lesson plans, which will enable students to meet the needs of local industry, excel in the workplace, and be familiar with the latest technology and industry practices
• Develop and execute active and diverse learning experiences which retain the interest of students while transmitting information and developing skills in the most effective manner, with a heavy emphasis on learning by doing, while maintaining a structured learning environment that complies with the course syllabus and course plan
• Establish and communicate clear objectives and well-defined competencies for the program and all learning activities.
• Ensure the classroom and lab are prepared for daily learning activities
• Assign and grade class work, homework, tests, and assignments in a timely manner
• Structure classes in Canvas to support student learning
• Observe, evaluate, and record students' performance and development, and provide appropriate and helpful feedback. Conduct and document student reviews with students on a regular basis. Involve Student Services when problems develop before they become critical
• Manage student behavior by establishing and enforcing appropriate rules and procedures; involve Student Services when problems develop
• Ensure objectives for all program students are reflected on each syllabus and match the module sign-offs in the Student Information System (Northstar)
• Ensure that students are retained and that they graduate, complete, pass any relevant licensure exams, and are placed, and that all student data is updated on a real-time basis in Northstar.
• Meet or exceed performance metrics for the program established by the VP of Instruction
• Maintain integrity and confidentiality in all circumstances, especially concerning student information. Adhere to FERPA requirements and guidelines.
• Stay up-to-date in industry advancements and adjust the curriculum where appropriate to prepare student for current industry needs
• Actively work with the department director, admissions, and recruiters to fill cohorts with students who are capable of graduating and finding employment in the field
• Along with the department director and the VP of Instruction, develop and propose admissions standards which will enhance student success.
• Ensure safety standards are used that comply with all College, local, City, State, and Federal guidelines
• Model a professional environment for the students in the classroom and lab
• Schedule industry professionals for specialized presentations and training where appropriate
• Supervise, recruit, train, support, and assist adjunct instructors as needed
• Be an active and participative member of the department team
• Actively ensure the program follows all guidelines and conditions necessary to meet the standards of COE accreditation, including completion of Employee Verification forms and maintaining records of contacts with industry partners
• Assist with biannual Occupational Advisory Committee (OAC) meetings and ensure accreditation compliance. Maintain communication with OAC. Take direction and implement decisions made by the committee
• Actively participate in documenting, collecting, and placing Standard 2 criteria evidence following the guidelines sheet into the COE program folder biannually, meeting all deadlines.
• Assist with biannual Occupational Advisory Committee (OAC) meetings and ensure accreditation compliance. Maintain communication with OAC. Take direction and implement decisions made by the committee
• Along with the department Director and other program instructors, continue to develop an active network of industry partners and assist students in obtaining employment in their field of study
• Seek to continuously improve teaching skills and increase technical knowledge related to program focus and content, and participate in approved professional development opportunities
• Maintain inventory for all instructional supplies and review program needs and budget with program director regularly
• Collaborate with the program instructional team to develop, implement, and maintain curriculum maps and syllabi that align course content with program outcomes and industry standards while also meeting regulatory requirements
• Design, coordinate, and assess any internal or external work-based learning activities that provide students with practical, hands-on experience relevant to their field of study. Make sure all such experiences are designed for student success and are correctly documented, overseen and meet accreditation requirements
• Ensure that students and staff are treated respectfully and equally without regard to their race, color, religion, sex, age (40 or over), national origin, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity, pregnancy, childbirth, or pregnancy-related condition. Report all violations immediately to HR or Student Services
• Compliance with Dixie Tech Policies and Procedures
• Other duties as assigned

Qualifications:

• 5+ years' experience in industry required (this can be a combination of MA, Phlebotomy, or Nursing experience)
• NHA CCMA certification (or equivalent) required, or pass the CCMA exam within the first 6 months of employment
• Clinical Experience: patient care, vitals, scribing, procedures, phone, point-of-care testing
• Instructional experience preferred
• High School diploma or equivalent required
• Strong knowledge of Google Suite
• Strong communications and presentation skills
• The employee is occasionally required to sit, stand, reach, lift, bend, kneel, stoop, climb, push and pull items weighing 25 pounds or less. The position requires manual dexterity; auditory and visual skills; and the ability to follow written and oral instructions and procedures.