Medical Assistant Program Director, West Burlington

Position Information

Job Title Medical Assistant Program Director

Classification Title

Rank Instructor

Tenure Information Term

Job Description

The Medical Assistant Program Director at Southeastern Community College provides educational services as assigned, in accordance with general college guidelines, board policies, and administrative guidelines. The individual instructor is the key to the successful accomplishment of the college’s educational program goals. The instructor is part of the Health Professions Division and reports to the Dean of Health Professions. His/her attitude, personality, knowledge, skills, and motivation contribute to the creation of an effective learning environment. Familiarity with the comprehensive community college philosophy is highly desired.

The primary qualifications include meeting position and education requirements established by the college’s Quality Faculty Plan with additional requirements determined by the position held.

The term of employment is as per the Bargaining Agreement between the SCC Board of Trustees and the SCCHEA , employment contract, and relevant policies of the Board of Trustees.

Beginning salary range for the 170-day contract is $54,300– $68,500 per year, depending on levels of education and experience.

This position will have an extended contract (in addition to 170-day base contract) to accommodate summer Program Director and instructional activities.

Position Summary

The Medical Assistant Program Director provides leadership, administration, and oversight of the Medical Assistant program to ensure compliance with institutional policies and accreditation standards established by the Medical Assistant Review Board ( MAERB ) and the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Programs ( CAAHEP ). The Program Director is responsible for instruction, curriculum development, program evaluation,

student success, and maintaining program effectiveness to prepare competent entry-level medical assistants in the cognitive, psychomotor, and affective learning domains.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Provide classroom/lab/clinical/simulation instruction and evaluation over medical assistant students as assigned; maintain currency in all areas of the medical assistant and related allied health curriculum; collaborate with the development and evaluation of the medical assistant program; participate in faculty and other institutional meetings as directed; work collaboratively with adjunct instructors in tandem with the dean. Day, evening and/or weekend hours may be required to accommodate the schedule of students.

The position serves as program director, practicum coordinator, and instructional staff and is responsible for all aspects of the program, including but not limited to;

Leadership, administration and organization of the program.

Ensure compliance with MAERB and CAAHEP accreditation standards.

Coordinate program planning, implementation, and continuous improvement.

Maintain program documentation required for accreditation and regulatory reporting.

Prepare program reports, accreditation materials, and annual program assessments.

Curriculum Oversight

Develop, review, and revise curriculum consistent with industry standards and accreditation requirements.

Ensure curriculum maintains appropriate sequencing and consistency for cognitive, psychomotor, and affective competencies for medical assistant education.

Collaborate effectively with medical assistant and medical coding and billing faculty and adjunct instructional personnel.

Program and Clinical Coordination

Ensure orientation to the program’s requirements.

Develop, implement, and evaluate the purpose, philosophy/mission, and outcomes of the program.

Provide students with written policies related to admission, progression, and completion.

Participate in academic advisement and guidance of students.

Responsible for all didactic, laboratory, and clinical instruction to which a student is assigned, and provide instruction, supervision, and timely assessments of the students progress in meeting program requirements.

Must be effective in teaching and knowledgeable in the Medical Assistant Education Review Board ( MAERB ) Core Curriculum content included in assigned teaching as documented by education or experience in instructional methodology

Ensures appropriate clinical and practicum sites and educational experiences. Coordinates students experiences and placements.

Ensures documentation of the evaluation and progression of practicum performance. Makes clinical site visits and maintains appropriate documentation.

Maintains professional relationships with healthcare providers and advisory committee members.

Leads and participates in advisory committee meetings to support program relevance and workforce alignment.

Promote the program through outreach, recruitment activities, and community partnerships.

Required Qualifications

Minimum of an Associate Degree. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

Have medical or allied health education or training.

Have experience related to the profession of medical assisting; and have documented education in instructional methodology (teaching strategies, curriculum development, student assessment, or instructional design).

Two years of experience in medical assisting or allied health education required; five years preferred.

Two years of experience in medical assisting or allied health education preferred; with knowledge of the course and curriculum development process, active and collaborative instructional techniques, instructional materials, as well as knowledge of the educational processes for adult learners preferred.

Be credentialed in good standing in medical assisting, by an organization whose credentialing exam is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies ( NCAA ), American National Standards Institute ( ANSI ) such as CMA (American Association of Medical Assistants), RMA (American Medical Technologist), NCMA (National Certified Medical Assistant)

Strong human relations and interpersonal skills to interact positively and effectively with diverse populations.

Ability to use instructional technology and computer software applications to perform work duties.

Excellent communication skills (listening, speaking, writing).

Ability to handle confidential matters with discretion and perform with a high level of personal and professional integrity and ethics.

Must have the ability to make effective decisions in day-to-day operations.

Must possess a valid driver’s license.

Must meet Iowa Core Performance Standards and Essential Functions for Healthcare Professionals.

Other qualifications and responsibilities include, but are not limited to the following:

Ability to motivate, interact and communicate effectively with students, faculty, administration, industry, and the general public in a civil and respectful manner.

Participate in annual course review and revision of course goals, course development, implementation, and related testing and grading policies.

Actively participate in a new or revised course or program design and modification; including curriculum, syllabi, course outlines, and course standards according to the college’s approved curricular guidelines.

Meet with classes regularly and promptly according to the schedule and maintain regular posted office hours.

Encourage students and participate in retention strategies.

Participate in student assessment activities and reports as directed by the Assessment Council.

Participate in college activities and initiatives beyond instructional duties including recruitment and retention, advising, and membership on standing committees.

Supervise students according to the curricular requirements of the course/program. This may include work-study students, internships/preceptorships, clinical, and other work-based learning experiences.

Implement varied and/or supplemental learning activities to compensate for and/or accommodate individual student needs.

Willingness to teach using SCC’s learning management system ( LMS ) and in online and/or hybrid format(s).

Actively participate in the budget process of the college, including timely requests for instructional materials.

Promptly reports unsafe practices, in accordance with the college policies and guidelines, including classroom/lab/clinical safety, following also the college’s program standards and/or judicial codes.

Actively supports the college’s non-discrimination policy and conscientiously complies with the Family Education Rights and Privacy Act.

Assume full responsibility for the development and maintenance of a current individual Professional Development Plan ( PDP ), in accordance with standards set forth in the college’s Board approved Quality Faculty Plan ( QFP ).

Exhibit commitment to the comprehensive community college philosophy.

Model professional behaviors, values, and attitudes for students, colleagues, and the community.

Maintain professional growth and continuing education requirements by attending conferences, participating in workshops, and keeping abreast of developments in the medical assistant profession.

Demonstrate a willingness to work with others as a team member.

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