Job Description
Palmetto School of Career Development is currently looking for a part time Medical Administrative Assisting instructor to teach our Medical Admin Assisting class on Monday and Wednesday nights from 6:00pm - 9:00pm. This class is 8 weeks long and is offered throughout the year. Instructors will cover the lecture material provided on the PowerPoint slides and administer weekly quizzes. If interested, please send your resume.
Requirements:
· Must have a high school diploma or GED
· Must possess current certification as a Medical Administrative Assistant or higher license
· Must have a minimum of 2 years of experience as a Medical Administrative Assistant
· Must be proficient and demonstrate up-to-date knowledge and continuing study of the field
· Must be able to operate within computer-assisted environment
· Excellent interpersonal, written and verbal communications skills, organizational and motivational skills also essential
Responsibilities include, but are not limited to:
· Adhere to school policies and procedures.
· Follow current course outlines, objectives, and evaluation mechanisms for the program.
· Prepare and deliver lecture and lab demonstrations as outlined in curriculum.
· Effectively demonstrate techniques in theory according to acceptable standards.
· Utilize various teaching styles and methods to accommodate student learning styles.
· Facilitate class discussions and motivate learning.
· Ensure student’s conceptual understanding of employability skills through demonstration and repetition.
· Directly supervise daily activities and tasks of students, using classroom management techniques.
· Provide a safe, positive, supportive, and professional learning environment for students.
· Assess student skills acquisition and application of principles, theories, and critical thinking.
· Administer written and practical tests to evaluate student achievement of course objectives.
· Returning assignments to students to provide feedback, and assigning final grades for all students in a timely manner.
· Maintain confidentiality pursuant to policies.
· Report student grades, disciplinary infractions, classroom management issues, or strategies to improve student learning to the Area Manager.
· Advise students as it relates to school policies, satisfactory performance, etc.
· Maintain accurate attendance records, record absentee information in roster after each class meeting, and communicate attendance "concerns" to the Area Manager.
· Maintain a professional appearance.
· Substitute in classes when necessary.
· Provide educational assistance to students during regularly scheduled class times or by appointments pre-approved by the Area Manager.
· Actively participate in orientations and meetings with the Area Manager as requested.
· Provide constructive input to resolve issues when they arise.
· Actively work to improve student outcomes, reduce attrition, and maintain retention.
· Assist with on-going review and development of curriculum by making recommendations concerning textbooks, learning resources, material covered, and instructional supplies.