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