Medical Assisting Instructor - PT

About The Job

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

Fortis provides educational programs that deliver real-life career skills in high-demand occupations that lead 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 part-time, professional position reporting directly to the Dean of Education.  The primary responsibility will be to teach Medical Assisting courses.  The typical teaching load is two courses each term, with one or two preparations. Applicants will also be expected to provide academic advising to students, and participate in department training, meetings and graduation.  

Requirements

• Completion of a Medical Assisting program resulting in a Certificate of Completion or Diploma; an associate degree is preferred but not required
• Certification:
  • CCMA and/or
  • RMA and/or
  • CMA
• At least three years of experience as a Medical Assistant in a clinical setting working directly with patients
• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
• Highly organized, motivated and results driven
• Prior higher education/postsecondary teaching experience preferred