Position Details Position Information Position TitlePart Time Instructor Medical AssistantClassification TitleF3Hourly rate Stipend or Load Unit752 per load unitClose DateOpen Until FilledYesOpen Until Filled NotesPOOL - Open for the 2025-26 academic yearPosition TypeEmployee ClassPart-Time InstructorInstructor StatusThis is a part-time instructor position non-represented and non-benefited.Overtime EligibleNon-ExemptFLSA StatusLearned ProfessionalCampus LocationBendPrimary PurposeThe Part-time Instructor provides instruction in Medical Assistant Program or Allied Health classes directs student discussion and evaluates student performance in the classroom lab or practicum under the direction of the Program Director and Allied Health Chair in this CAAHEP Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs program.Essential Duties and ResponsibilitiesProvide instruction in Medical Assisting and Allied Health courses in classroom remote or online delivery mode using established course outcomes. This includes providing individual conference time to guide and evaluate student progress. Teaching assignments may include courses taught during the day andor evening classes taught on any of the four campuses COCC serves by interactive video chat technology.Adhere to instructional plans which guide student instruction according to established student learning outcomes.Provide individual conference time to guide and evaluate student progress.Serve as a professional role model and resources person for students.Individuals performing as practicum faculty or coordinators will also perform the following Provide oversight of the practicum experience ensure appropriate and sufficient evaluation of student achievement and participate in orientation for the on-site supervisors as well as selection and approval of practicum sites under the direction of the Program Director.Lab faculty or assistants will also perform the following tasks participate in lab set up inventory supply and equipment maintenance as directed by the Program Director.Work with appropriate College personnel to write proposals for program funds or prepare documentation for accreditation requirements.Assist with program outreach.Cooperate with the Business Department efforts to revise and standardize curricula for these classes.Attend regular trainings as scheduled by the department or College.Perform other essential duties and tasks specific to each location as assigned.Department SpecificDirect student learning and assess student progress in achieving the requirements of the program in the appropriate learning domains cognitive psychomotor and affective domains identified by CAAHEP.Maintain current knowledge and competence in topics and skills reflected in core curriculum objectives taught in assigned classes.Complete a minimum number of hours of continuing education annually to meet CAAHEP requirements and MAERB guidelines.Assist Program Director with completion of MAERB faculty workbook and documentation required for accrediting body approval.Knowledge Skills and AbilitiesIndividuals must possess these knowledge skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the duties and responsibilities of the job with or without reasonable accommodation using some other combination of skills and abilities. The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies.Thorough knowledge of field of Medical Assisting andor Allied Health topics based on education andor experience in the field.Ability to teach and assess student achievement in cognitive psychomotor and affective domains as identified in the CAAHEP Core Curriculum Appendix B of the Standards under the guidance of the MAERB.Knowledge of teaching and instruction of various audiences and group dynamics or completion of MAERB approved education prior to assignment.Knowledge of teaching and instruction of various audiences and group dynamics.Visual ability corrected to enable instructor to observe direct and supervise students in classroom situations.Ability to operate or oversee the operation of computers video chat technology e.g. Zoom and familiarity with or willingness to learn the learning management system LMS used at COCC.Ability to orally communicate effectively with others using the English language with or without the use of an interpreter.Ability to communicate effectively in writing using the English language with or without the use of auxiliary aids or services.Ability to review understand and apply concepts presented in training programs conferences andor professional literature.Ability to work with other faculty and COCC staff at all levels.Willingness to travel andor teach at various hours and locations as required.Ability to work cooperatively with and contribute to a diverse workplace through ideas or experience.Ergonomic RequirementsAbility to work in classroom and office environments using computers white boards projectors and other basic office equipment. All individuals are required to be able to perform the essential functions without a significant risk of injury or to otherwise demonstrate or explain how they can perform the essential functions listed above. Persons in this position may be exposed to blood or other potentially infectious materials. All employees who have been identified as having the potential for this exposure will be offered the hepatitis B vaccination at no cost. The employee has the right to waive these inoculations. All individuals are required to be able to perform the essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation.Minimum RequirementsMinimum of an Associates Degree.Must be current and competent in the MAERB Core Curriculum objectives included in their assigned teaching as evidenced by education andor experience.Completion of a minimum number of contact hours in instruction in educational theory and techniques to meet MAERB and CAAHEP requirements prior to assignment.Two years of recent clinical or higher educational experience related to the position in question.Must meet MAERB criteria to teach and evaluate outcomes in assigned areas.LicensesFor core program classes instructors should have medical assisting credentialing specified below or one or more of the following RN LPN APN PA or MD. For certain classes another certification licensure or background related to the specific topic may be acceptable.CertificationsMedical assistants must be credentialed in good standing in medical assisting by an organization whose credentialing exam is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies NCCA or the American National Standards Institute ANSI. The CMA or RMA credential is preferred.Equivalency StatementThe College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process.Preferred QualificationsFor some subjects or assignments the preferred degree may be a Bachelors degree or higher.Minimum 5 years of recent experience in a variety of outpatient settings performing the functions of an MA or provider.EEO StatementThe goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age disability sex marital status national origin ethnicity color race religion sexual orientation gender identity genetic information citizenship status veteran or military status pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211.This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1 N-2 or N-3.In support of COCCs EEO statement bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting.Supplemental QuestionsRequired fields are indicated with an asterisk . What is your highest level of education No High School Diploma or GED High School Diploma or GED Professional Certification or License not a degree Associates Degree Bachelors Degree in ProgressBachelors Degree Masters Degree In ProgressMasters Degree Ph.D. in ProgressPh.D.J.D.M.D.Other Doctorate Level Degree Please indicate which current medical assisting credentials you hold Certified Medical Assistant CMA Registered Medical Assistant RMA Open Ended Question We recognize the value of skills knowledge and experience gained outside of formal education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum education andor experience requirements but possess other qualifications or experience they feel are equivalent are encouraged to apply. Check the applicable boxes below and explain in the next question why your educationexperience should be considered equivalent. All applications are reviewed by a member of our Human Resources team. You will not be automatically eliminated by our recruitment software based on the box or boxes you check as we are committed to a fair and thorough evaluation process. I meet all minimum requirements education and experience listed for this position.I do not meet the minimum education degree requirements.My degree is not in the required stated areas.I have less than the minimum years experience in the areas required. As a follow up to the previous question explain how your educationexperience should be considered equivalent to the minimum requirements. If you feel you meet all the stated minimum requirements please put NA. All applications are reviewed by a member of our Human Resources team. You will not be automatically eliminated by our recruitment software based on your response as we are committed to a fair and thorough evaluation process. Open Ended Question In support of COCCs commitment to diversity equity and inclusion bilingual fluency in English and another language is considered a plus Please list any languages other than English in which you are fluent read and write Open Ended Question The College CANNOT provide support or sponsorship of any type for visa applications and related paperwork for employment purposes. To be considered applicants must already be authorized to begin work in the United States be able to arrive in the country and maintain work eligibility without the Colleges sponsorship or support. Are you currently or will you be authorized to begin work in the United States able to arrive and able to maintain work eligibility without the Colleges sponsorship or support by the positions start date Yes I am already or will be authorized to begin work in the United States able to arrive and able to maintain work eligibility without the Colleges sponsorship or support by the positions start date.No. COCC employees must work and reside in the state of Oregon at the time their work is being performed. Are you or will you be residing in the state of Oregon by the start date of this position YesNo Are you a U.S. military veteran COCC provides qualifying veterans and disabled veterans with preference in employment. To receive veterans preference in this recruitment process you must upload your DD214 and 215 215 if applicable or certification that you expect to be honorably discharged from the military within 120 days of certifying veteran status as supporting documentation. You will have the opportunity to upload the documents in the next step of this application process. Yes I am a veteranNo I am not a veteran If you have identified yourself as a qualified veteran or disabled veteran by submitting your DD214 and DD215 if applicable forms as proof of veteran status please describe any transferable skills earned during your military service that you feel relate to the requirementspreferences of this position. Open Ended Question Background checks are required for all employees of COCC. Should an offer of employment be made to you and accepted by you you will receive an email from COCC HireRight Screening requesting your consent and basic information to complete the check. The offer of employment will be conditional upon satisfactory completion of the criminal background check. Confirmed findings on a criminal background check will not automatically disqualify you from being hired into a position. Results are evaluated on a case-by-case basis considering the job responsibilities and other risk factors. Additional information regarding COCCs criminal history check policy can be found online in the General Procedures Manual Section HR-2-1. Please indicate here if you will provide consent to the criminal history check when requested by the College Yes I will provide my consent when requestedNo I will not provide my consent when requestedApplicant DocumentsRequired DocumentsResumeVitaeCover LetterOptional DocumentsLetter of Recommendation 1College Transcript 1 unofficialUS Military DD 214 License or Certification