Program Director, Medical Assistant program

Attention Medical Office Managers and Medical Assistants! Are you ready to share your experiences with the next generation of medical professionals? Great Lakes Institute of Technology is hiring a full time Program Director in the Medical Assistant department.

Responsibilities:

Program Management

• Organize Medical Assistant program of clinical and academic instruction including demonstrations of skills required, and lectures on theory, techniques and terminology.
• Recruits, trains, and supervise faculty.
• Update existing curriculum to keep relevant according to the local industry
• Maintains adequate inventory of supplies, equipment, books, including safety measures within the program
• Maintain student retention at minimum acceptable standard of 75%.
• Manage the externship/clinical rotation program, including planning, implementing, documenting, and visiting employers.
• Assists students with graduate employment, assuring an overall placement rate of 85%.
• Maintain system of organizing, administering and/or documenting student certification/licensure/registry exams and results
• Organizes and facilitates Program Advisory Committee meetings twice annually
• Participate in orientation, graduation, open houses, and other public relations activities, as planned

Classroom Instruction

• Provide instruction in courses, as assigned.
• Prepare a course syllabus with daily lesson plans.
• Employ appropriate teaching and learning strategies to communicate subject matter to students.
• Evaluate student performance fairly and consistently and return student work promptly to promote learning.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress, including grades, attendance, and conduct.
• Track classroom behavior in regard to absenteeism, tardiness, and discipline.
• Post and maintain regular office hours to ensure accessibility to students for academic advisement and tutoring.

Requirements

• Knowledge of both clinical and clerical medical assistant procedures
• Strong customer services skills with attention to detail
• Minimum of 3 years of experience as a medical assistant
• Current certifications required: Clinical Medical Assistant, Certified Phlebotomy Technician.
• Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and Outlook
• BLS Certification preferred.
• Associate’s degree preferred

Send resume, cover letter, and salary requirements through really or to 5100 Peach St, Erie PA 16509, attention CEO.

Job Type: Full-time

Benefits:

• 401(k)
• 401(k) matching
• Life insurance
• Paid time off

Schedule:

• Monday to Friday

People with a criminal record are encouraged to apply

Experience:

• Vital signs: 3 years (Preferred)

License/Certification:

• Certified Phlebotomy Technician (Preferred)
• Certified Medical Assistant (Required)

Ability to Relocate:

• Erie, PA 16509: Relocate before starting work (Required)

Work Location: In person