Medical Assisting Instructor - FT

Medical Assisting Instructor - FT

 

About The Job 

Fortis College in Towson, MD is seeking an experienced, highly motivated Medical Assistant to join its faculty.  If you have a desire to help others succeed, this is an opportunity to positively impact the lives and careers of our students and graduates. 

 

Fortis provides educational programs that deliver real-world career skills in high-demand occupations, leading to employment upon graduation and a lifetime of professional growth. 

 

Job Description 

We are seeking an energetic and enthusiastic faculty member to teach in our Medical Assisting Program.  This is a full-time, professional position reporting directly to the Program Director.  The primary responsibility will be to teach Medical Assisting courses.  The typical teaching load is three courses each term, with two or three preparations. Applicants will also be expected to provide academic advising to students, assist the program director, and participate in department training, meetings, and graduation.   

 

Requirements 

• Completion of an accredited Medical Assisting program resulting in a Certificate of Completion or Diploma; an associate degree is preferred but not required

• Certifications:
  • CMA and/or
  • RMA and/or
  • CCMA

• At least three years of experience as a Medical Assistant in a patient facing, clinical setting

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 

• Highly organized, motivated, and results-driven 

• Prior higher education/postsecondary teaching experience preferred but not required