Job description

Southwestern Illinois College is accepting applications for one full-time, grant-funded position of Instructor in the Medical Assistant program within the Business, Health Sciences and Homeland Security division. The anticipated start date is June 1, 2023.

POSITION DESCRIPTION:

In accordance with the Mission and Values of Southwestern Illinois College, the successful applicant will serve as instructor in the Medical Assistant program. As an instructor, the individual will teach Medical Assistant courses in both the traditional and computerized environment, assist the program coordinator with program operations, accreditation standards, and the clinical education components of the program. As faculty, the individual will be responsible for the continued development, implementation, and overall effectiveness of the educational courses/curriculum with Medical Assistant faculty and evaluation of student performance. The individual will collaborate with Medical Assistant faculty to evaluate the effectiveness of instruction in each of the programs. Opportunities exist for participation in professional development activities and service on departmental, divisional, and/or college-wide committees.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Associate’s degree in Medical Assistant required. Additional certificates in phlebotomy preferred. Bachelor’s degree preferred.

2. Current certification to practice as a Medical Assistant in the State of Illinois (or the ability to obtain such a license prior to the start of official employment) is required.

3. Three (3) years of professional experience minimum in a healthcare facility.

4. Must meet and continue to maintain professional standards established by the program’s accrediting agencies, including Commission on Accrediting of Allied Health Education Programs.

5. Prior teaching experience in an accredited Medical Assistant program is preferred.

6. Strong communication, organization, interpersonal, and advising skills.

7. Knowledge of and ability to use personal computers, applicable software, and Internet is required.

8. Ability to meet, successfully complete and maintain minimum health requirements, drug and/or reference checks required by the college, program accreditation and/or clinical facilities prior to and throughout employment.

9. Shall meet the minimum standards of instruction establish by the Administration and the Board of Trustees for any assigned courses

10. A valid driver’s license is required.

SALARY: This is a nine-month teaching position with the salary determined by placement on the base salary schedule. For example, the minimum 2022-2023 starting salary at Step 1 on the below Master’s Degree column is $48,491. Voluntary overload teaching assignments and may increase the annual compensation by 30-40%. The College offers a comprehensive flexible benefit program.

WORK LOCATION: Medical Assistant instructional responsibilities at the East St. Louis campus with district-wide instructional/clinical responsibilities. Driving may be required to reach off-campus sites, visit clinical facilities throughout the region, and to attend professional functions within the state of Illinois.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: This position will remain open until filled.

APPLICATIONS PROCEDURE:

You must submit a cover letter, resume, list of three references and college transcripts.

Required application materials, such as resume, cover letter and references, should be attached to your application. Other required application materials i.e., transcripts, etc., should be attached after your application has been submitted. Go to your My Job Applications page from the careers home page of your account.

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Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $48,491.00 per year

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Employee assistance program
• Flexible spending account
• Health insurance
• Health savings account
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Retirement plan
• Tuition reimbursement
• Vision insurance

Work Location: In person

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