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.

Dixie Tech is a public technical college located on a new state-of-the-art campus in St. George Utah. The College has 30 Council on Occupational Education-accredited programs that offer certifications in high-demand high-pay professions.

Pay and Benefits:

The position has a salary of between $65000 and $70000 per year depending upon education and experience.

This full-time positions primary teaching hours are MondayThursday 7:00 a.m.5:00 p.m. with occasional Friday coverage. The role may also require periodic evening coverage (5:008:30 p.m.) to assist colleagues during illness or vacation.

This is a full-time salaried position that includes generous benefits:

• 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 ($1950 per year for single coverage $3450 for double coverage and $4950 for three or more) without a match requirement
• Employer contributions to a 403(b) account amounting to 20.4% of the employees 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 8 years experience preferred
• NHA CCMA certification required
• 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
• Ability to communicate with students staff and colleagues; read academic texts and materials student papers etc.; operate a personal computer and audio-visual equipment; stand or sit for up to one to three hours at a time; drive to off-site meetings or conferences or to observe student interns; move around campus for classes and meetings.
• 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.

Required Experience:

Junior IC