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Adjunct Faculty - Medical Assistant Program
Salt Lake Community College seeks adjunct faculty who can adapt to a variety of teaching situations and who have the ability to work effectively with students, colleagues, staff and others in a campus climate that promotes professionalism and multicultural understanding. The faculty will work in a multi-modal program serving students in scheduled classes and open lab instruction. The instructor will provide instruction in the training courses offered through the Medical Assistant program using a variety of teaching methods and media to meet different learning styles to prepare students for certification and employment in healthcare settings. All employees are expected to maintain a permanent residence within the State of Utah as a condition of employment. New employees must provide a valid Utah residential address within 30 days of their start date. Essential Duties & Responsibilities & Knowledge Skills & Abilities
Hands-on instruction of clinical skills related to the role of Medical Assistant. Didactic instruction in scheduled classes and/or hybrid learning environments. Demonstrate clinical competence in all aspects of medical assisting roles. Follow established curriculum and clinical assessments. Supervise student efforts to ensure high level of patient care and safety. Monitor, evaluate & document student attendance and progress. Project a positive, helpful attitude when students request or require help. Maintain a positive professional working relationship with other program faculty and division staff. Preserve patient and student confidentiality. Advise students on the program requirements and their progress through the courses. Assess student's abilities and provide appropriate documentation and feedback. Provide an industry viewpoint to the training program so that students will be prepared to enter the work force. Keep current on technology and other industry advances by attending workshops and conferences and upgrade curriculum changes as needed. Highly organized and detail-oriented Strong interpersonal skills High energy level Ability to impart enthusiasm to students Ability to adapt to a variety of teaching situations. Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals. Ability to employ analytical skills in assessing the needs of the educational processes and student learning outcomes. Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of diverse people, culture, ethnic background, and abilities, to maintain good working relationships across the College. Ability to work with all groups in a diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic background of community college students, faculty and staff, including those with disabilities. Physical Requirements: varied sitting, standing, walking, bending, lifting of related supplies and equipment up to 50 lb. All Faculty will maintain an on-site campus presence to encourage in-person relationships and create engaging, meaningful, and impactful learning experiences unless approved for on-line only courses. You are employed as an Adjunct Faculty member/Instructor on a contract-to-contract basis, with no future expectation or obligation for employment. Your employment may be terminated At Will at any time. You are required to maintain professional boundaries with all SLCC students. Minimum Qualifications
Hold a valid NCCA recognized medial assisting credential. These include CMA(AAMA), RMA(AMT), NCMA(NCCT), CCMA(NHA). Have a minimum of 2 years experience working as a medical assistant, with experience in both clinical and administrative functions. Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in related field from an accredited college or university. Experience teaching at a post-secondary level. Experience supervising lab skills and clinical rotations. Salt Lake Community College is Utah's largest open-access college in the state. We proudly educate 45,000+ students pursuing degrees in 100+ programs across 8 areas of study, and Utah's fastest growing industries and four-year baccalaureate programs consistently welcome SLCC graduates. Every SLCC employee has a hand in transforming students' lives to strengthen its surrounding communities. SLCC employees work at 8 locations across the valley and capital city of Salt Lake with easy access to the beautiful Wasatch Mountains, world-class outdoor recreation, sporting events, museums, history, and arts and entertainment. Salt Lake Community College seeks and values contributions from each community member and welcomes new perspectives. A respectful work environment is its top priority; academic excellence and lasting transformation occurs when we can collaborate freely. As an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution, SLCC leads the state with the highest enrollment of students from the Latinx/a/o community. SLCC is committed to serving students and being a model for inclusive and transformative education. Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) is fully committed to policies of equal employment and nondiscrimination. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, religion, protected veteran status, expression of political or personal beliefs outside of the workplace, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. SLCC is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). In addition to URS, SLCC offers several other retirement account options. This position is subject to a successful completion of a criminal background check.
Salt Lake Community College seeks adjunct faculty who can adapt to a variety of teaching situations and who have the ability to work effectively with students, colleagues, staff and others in a campus climate that promotes professionalism and multicultural understanding. The faculty will work in a multi-modal program serving students in scheduled classes and open lab instruction. The instructor will provide instruction in the training courses offered through the Medical Assistant program using a variety of teaching methods and media to meet different learning styles to prepare students for certification and employment in healthcare settings. All employees are expected to maintain a permanent residence within the State of Utah as a condition of employment. New employees must provide a valid Utah residential address within 30 days of their start date. Essential Duties & Responsibilities & Knowledge Skills & Abilities
Hands-on instruction of clinical skills related to the role of Medical Assistant. Didactic instruction in scheduled classes and/or hybrid learning environments. Demonstrate clinical competence in all aspects of medical assisting roles. Follow established curriculum and clinical assessments. Supervise student efforts to ensure high level of patient care and safety. Monitor, evaluate & document student attendance and progress. Project a positive, helpful attitude when students request or require help. Maintain a positive professional working relationship with other program faculty and division staff. Preserve patient and student confidentiality. Advise students on the program requirements and their progress through the courses. Assess student's abilities and provide appropriate documentation and feedback. Provide an industry viewpoint to the training program so that students will be prepared to enter the work force. Keep current on technology and other industry advances by attending workshops and conferences and upgrade curriculum changes as needed. Highly organized and detail-oriented Strong interpersonal skills High energy level Ability to impart enthusiasm to students Ability to adapt to a variety of teaching situations. Ability to work collaboratively with other professionals. Ability to employ analytical skills in assessing the needs of the educational processes and student learning outcomes. Ability to communicate effectively with a broad range of diverse people, culture, ethnic background, and abilities, to maintain good working relationships across the College. Ability to work with all groups in a diverse academic, socioeconomic, cultural and ethnic background of community college students, faculty and staff, including those with disabilities. Physical Requirements: varied sitting, standing, walking, bending, lifting of related supplies and equipment up to 50 lb. All Faculty will maintain an on-site campus presence to encourage in-person relationships and create engaging, meaningful, and impactful learning experiences unless approved for on-line only courses. You are employed as an Adjunct Faculty member/Instructor on a contract-to-contract basis, with no future expectation or obligation for employment. Your employment may be terminated At Will at any time. You are required to maintain professional boundaries with all SLCC students. Minimum Qualifications
Hold a valid NCCA recognized medial assisting credential. These include CMA(AAMA), RMA(AMT), NCMA(NCCT), CCMA(NHA). Have a minimum of 2 years experience working as a medical assistant, with experience in both clinical and administrative functions. Preferred Qualifications
Bachelor's degree in related field from an accredited college or university. Experience teaching at a post-secondary level. Experience supervising lab skills and clinical rotations. Salt Lake Community College is Utah's largest open-access college in the state. We proudly educate 45,000+ students pursuing degrees in 100+ programs across 8 areas of study, and Utah's fastest growing industries and four-year baccalaureate programs consistently welcome SLCC graduates. Every SLCC employee has a hand in transforming students' lives to strengthen its surrounding communities. SLCC employees work at 8 locations across the valley and capital city of Salt Lake with easy access to the beautiful Wasatch Mountains, world-class outdoor recreation, sporting events, museums, history, and arts and entertainment. Salt Lake Community College seeks and values contributions from each community member and welcomes new perspectives. A respectful work environment is its top priority; academic excellence and lasting transformation occurs when we can collaborate freely. As an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution, SLCC leads the state with the highest enrollment of students from the Latinx/a/o community. SLCC is committed to serving students and being a model for inclusive and transformative education. Salt Lake Community College (SLCC) is fully committed to policies of equal employment and nondiscrimination. The College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, age, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability, religion, protected veteran status, expression of political or personal beliefs outside of the workplace, or any other status protected under applicable federal, state, or local law. SLCC is a participating employer with Utah Retirement Systems ("URS"). In addition to URS, SLCC offers several other retirement account options. This position is subject to a successful completion of a criminal background check.