Full Time Faculty & Program Coordinator, Medical Assisting Program

Full Time Faculty & Program Coordinator, Medical Assisting Program

Rasmussen University

Rasmussen University is seeking an accomplished Bachelor’s prepared Faculty/Program Coordinator for our Medical Assisting program. If you are passionate about helping Health Science students succeed in meeting their educational goals and seeking a fulfilling yet challenging career opportunity we want to hear from you!

This is an amazing opportunity to join a fulfilling Health Sciences program and make a difference in lives of others!

Responsibilities:

• Lead and support the Medical Assisting program, including instructional design, delivery systems, program and student evaluation, admissions and advising; ensure program complies with college, state, and federal laws, standards and guidelines
• Plan and develop a variety of instructional objectives and experiences appropriate to the Medical Assisting program goals including appropriate general education requirements for the degree; teach a variety of Medical Assisting courses
• Present to and engage groups of students to achieve their educational goals
• Maintain positive student retention and ensure a quality educational experience
• Work effectively with faculty, staff, students, administration, vendors, and other state and accrediting agencies to plan and implement the Medical Assisting program
• Develop and maintaining Medical Assisting industry connections to support externship placements, employment opportunities and program growth
• Demonstrate passion for the Medical Assisting field
• Participate in training, observation and evaluation
• Ensure compliance with University and programmatic accreditation, regulations and policies

Reporting Relationships:

The Medical Assisting Program Coordinator will report to an Academic Dean.

Requirements:

• Associate’s Degree in related field required, Bachelor’s Degree strongly preferred
• Current Certified Medical Assisting or Registered Medical Assisting certification is required
• Two years or more experience working in a Medical Assisting field
• Persuasive communication skills, with ability to demonstrate results
• High degree of customer focused experience
• Some teaching or training experience is preferable, but not required
• Ability to work a flexible schedule, including evening hours due to course scheduling
• Active community connections to assist students with practicum/employment opportunities a plus
• Must be able to provide current professional registration and/or certifications and official transcripts for each degree earned from an accredited institution before teaching

About Us

Rasmussen University is a regionally accredited private university dedicated to changing lives and the communities it serves through high-demand and flexible educational programs. As a pioneer in career-focused education since 1900, the University is defining a new generation of higher education that focuses on competency-based education, technology and transferrable skills. Rasmussen offers undergraduate and graduate programs online and in person at 23 campuses around the country. The University is designed to lift and support its students every step of the way, from their first credential to their last. Rasmussen is dedicated to global enrichment, serving the underserved and meeting the evolving needs of diverse students, communities and economies. Rasmussen encourages its students, faculty and staff to strive for academic excellence, community enrichment and service to the public good. For more information about Rasmussen University, please visit www.rasmussen.edu.

At Rasmussen, we are proud to be an equal opportunity employer. We are committed supporting and encouraging diversity in the workplace. We welcome our employee’s differences regardless of race, color, creed, religion, gender, national origin, sexual orientation, marital status, age, gender identity, disability or veteran status.