Instructor, Medical Assistant (Part-Time)

Description

Milwaukee Area Technical College (MATC) is Wisconsin's largest and most diverse technical college, offering 170+ high-quality programs that connect students to a career in as little as one to two years. The college also offers a less expensive path to a four-year degree. MATC is transforming lives, industry and our community by preparing students today for the careers of tomorrow. MATC's diverse team members - 42% of whom are employees of color--work with a purpose to serve the students who make us one of the most diverse two-year institutions in the Midwest. Together, we are meeting the needs of the community we shared and committed to eliminating equity gaps in higher education for both students and employees. We are seeking passionate individuals to join our team who shares the same passion in serving this purpose. Learn more about MATC at www.matc.edu .

1 vacancy - working up t o 19 hours per week, hours vary based on departmental needs. May work evenings and weekends. This is a academic year position which typically runs from mid- August through mid-May.

Under the supervision of the Dean or Designee this position involves teaching classroom, laboratory and clinical courses in the Medical Assistant program. Clinical instruction is provided in acute and ambulatory care settings. Related duties include ordering supplies and equipment maintenance, evaluating student achievement, curriculum development and evaluation, helping to formulate departmental policy and procedures, evaluating program effectiveness, student advising and developing strategies to enhance student achievement, participating in division and department activities and other duties as assigned. May be required to teach on evenings or weekends.

Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities

• Prepare for and deliver instruction and perform teaching-related activities.
• Manage the classroom/laboratory.
• Develop curriculum and monitor and revise as appropriate to maintain course effectiveness; assist in program evaluation.
• Manage equipment, supplies and materials.
• Assess student performance and advise students on academic issues.
• Collaborate with advisory committee in program area.
• Attend departmental and institutional meetings.
• Promote the education/training program, participate in efforts to recruit and retain students, and participate in efforts to market MATC.
• Support student organizations and activities.
• Develop relationships with business and industry.
• Complete program evaluation and follow-up.
• Maintain certification, continue professional development and stay current in field.
• Perform other duties as assigned.
• Knowledge or experience with engaged and service learning strongly preferred.
• Must be able to communicate effectively through both oral and written means.
• Must have knowledge of assessment of student academic achievement techniques.
• Must meet Higher Learning Commission (HLC) standards (if applicable).
• Must be able to relate successfully with students and staff of diverse cultural, social and educational backgrounds.
• Teaching – Must embrace and demonstrate the MATC Core Abilities and Standards of Teaching Excellence in development and delivery of instruction

Qualifications

Minimum Educational Requirements:

Bachelor's degree or higher in any discipline. Health professions degree desired. -OR -
Associate degree in Medical Assistant program with seven (7) years (14,000) hours of work experience.
-OR -
Associate degree in Health professions related degree with seven (7) years (14,000) hours of work experience.
Occupational Experience:
Must have a minimum of two (2) years of full-time or equivalent (4000 hours) work experience relevant as a Medical Assistant. In addition, one of the following must be met:

• At least two (2) years of work experience must have occurred within the last five (5) years.

-OR-

• Two (2) years of teaching Medical Assistant course work at the post-secondary level within the last five (5) years.

Certifications Required:

Per the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), must hold or be able to obtain within 6 months of hire date at least one of the following:

• Current certification as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) by American Association of Medical Assistants.

-OR-

• Current Certification as a Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) by The American Medical Technologist.
  
  Physical Requirements:
  
  
• Ability to lift 50 pounds with our without accommodation.
• Ability to sit or stand for class duration with or without accommodation.
• Must satisfactorily complete health requirements for the Healthcare Pathway, which include a criminal background check, drug test and verification of immunizations.
  

MATC Career Essentials:

• Effective Communication through Speaking and Listening
• Effective Communication through Writing
• Mathematical Competency
• Effective Problem Solving
• Global Awareness
• Professionalism
• Technology Competency

Essential Technology :

• Email - Experience with an Email system (GroupWise, Outlook, Gmail...)
• Telephone - Experience with a voice mail system
• Computer - Experience with Microsoft Office Suite

Supportive Technolo gy : Experience with or willingness to learn the following supportive technologies:

• Online Information Management Systems - Experience with INFOnline or other online information management systems used for student advising, student programs, grading, class schedules and rosters.
• Blackboard - Experience with Blackboard or other web-based course - management systems.
• Technology-based Instruction - Experience with technology-based instructional delivery systems including SMART symposium, interactive touch screen monitors, LCD projectors, DVD players and/or other classroom technology.
• Emerging Technologies - Experience with emerging technologies (eg. social networking applications).
• (Optional) Distance Learning Instruction - Experience with on-line, two-way video, ITV, and other methods of distance learning instruction.

Supplemental Information

Start Date:

This position supports the Healthcare Pathway and is available to start as soon as possible.

Hours:

Up to 19 hours weekly, in-person, primarily based out of the Downtown Campus. Hours vary based on departmental needs. May work evenings and weekends.

Salary:

Beginning in the fall of 2024 the starting hourly wage for all part-time faculty is $40 per course hour of teaching. Part-time faculty are also compensated for an additional 45 minutes of time for each hour of instruction to cover office hours and prep time which is equivalent to $70 per hour. This starting hourly wage of $40 an hour is non-negotiable unless market conditions dictate otherwise.

Interviews:

Selected qualified candidates will be invited to virtually interview for this position on a date to be determined.

EEO/AA:

Milwaukee Area Technical College will not discriminate against any employee, applicant for employment, student, or applicant for admission on the basis of race, color, national origin, ancestry, sex, sexual orientation, creed, religion, political affiliation, marital status, parental status, pregnancy, disability, age, membership in any reserve component of the armed forces, union affiliation, arrest and conviction record, or any other protected category under applicable local, state or federal law.