Adjunct Faculty, Medical Assistant Program

Company Description:

Located on 35 acres of the Springfield Armory National Historic Site and founded in 1967, Springfield Technical Community College is a major resource for the economic vitality of Western Massachusetts. As the only technical community college in Massachusetts, STCC offers a variety of career programs unequalled in the state. Digital Multimedia, IT Security, Nursing, Robotics, Sonography, Mechanical Engineering Technology (Advance Manufacturing) and dozens of other career programs produce potential employees each year. STCC's highly-regarded transfer programs in Business, Engineering, Liberal Arts, Science and Technology continue to provide the most economical option for students pursuing a four-year degree. With an annual enrollment of over 6,500, evening, weekend and online students, STCC is a vibrant campus rich in diversity and justifiably proud of our designation as a Hispanic Serving Institution. Respect, is one of the Core Values of the College and we strive to nurture mutual respect among faculty, staff and students. With respect, we embrace differences to create an inclusive environment for all . Together, we support students as they transform their lives through intellectual, cultural, and economic engagement while becoming thoughtful, committed and socially responsible graduates.

Job Description:

Springfield Technical Community College seeks applicants for the position of Medical Assistant Adjunct Faculty. Working with and under the guidance of the Medical Assistant Program Coordinator and the supervision of Dean of the School of Health and Patient Simulation, this adjunct faculty is responsible for planning and delivering instruction to a diverse population of students for our Medical Assistant students. Courses available at this time include MED 133/133L; and MED 134/134L

Student learning is supported through the integration of lectures, labs, videos, media, a review of articles, and the use of patient simulation. The candidate must be competent to deliver a broad scope of understanding of diverse healthcare settings and practice and have documented expertise in healthcare. This position requires content delivery through various methods including in-person, hybrid and distance learning.

SAMPLE OF DUTIES: Under the guidance of the Medical Assistant Program Coordinator and the supervision of the Dean of SHPS, the Medical Assistant adjunct faculty member will demonstrate excellence in the following areas:

Leadership and Management:

• Create an effective, engaged, and vibrant online learning community by maintaining a meaningful active presence in courses.
• Be familiar with the learning management system and all support services available to students.
• Actively teach the course, including prompt course-related communication, timely grading, and office hours.
• Work collaboratively with the Program Coordinator for program assessment of student learning outcomes.
• Demonstrate a commitment to student success by supporting college engagement and retention initiatives.
• Participate in program and curriculum development as needed for assigned courses.
• Engage in a process of formative and summative course evaluation to enhance the student learning experience.

Teaching & Assessment:

• In conjunction with the Program Coordinator, assesses student progress toward program goals which are consistent with the College's Student Success Plan and the College's mission.
• Ensures that student learning outcomes for courses are current and assessed regularly, documenting the process and submitting appropriate information to the Program Coordinator and Dean as requested.
• Teaches didactic and laboratory education components of Medical Assistant courses to students from a diverse cultural and educational background.
• Evaluates student academic performance in line with department policies and procedures.
• Provides guidance to students in their learning and educational planning.

Personnel:

• Participates in campus/off-campus events and professional development activities.
• Abide by the regulations set out in the Massachusetts Community College Council collective bargaining agreement.

Facilities:

• Ensures utilization and proper maintenance of specialized learning equipment and materials for safe education.

Fiscal:

• Forwards recommendations on instructional supply and equipment needs to the Program Coordinator.

OTHER DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

• Serves on college committees and task forces.
• Performs other related duties as assigned.

Requirements:

• Certified as an RMA or CMA from an accredited instruction.
• Minimum of an Associate's degree in a Health Science Field.
• At least five years of experience in a health-related field.
• Previous in-person and online teaching experience, preferably in healthcare or related fields.
• AHA CPR certification required, AHA CPR instructor certification favorably considered.
• Working knowledge of HIPAA and FERPA privacy standards.

EQUIVALENCY STATEMENT:

Applicants who do not meet the qualifications as stated above are encouraged to put in writing precisely how their background and experience have prepared them with the equivalent combination of education, training and experience required for the responsibilities of this position.

Additional Information:

Salary: DCE/SCE rates per course
Benefits: No
Union: DCE
Grant Funded: No
Closing Date: Open Until Filled

All candidates must have legal authorization to work in the United States. Springfield Technical Community College is not sponsoring H1B Visa.

INFORMATION AWARENESS SECURITY TRAINING:

Candidates for employment should be aware that all STCC employees are required to complete Information Awareness Security Training within thirty days of their orientation date and annually thereafter.

Application Instructions:

All available positions are located at: which applicants must apply online by submitting a cover letter**, resume and three (3) professional references.

**Cover letter must demonstrate how your education and experience qualifies you for this position.

PRE-EMPLOYMENT DETAILS:

STCC conducts a pre-employment screening. Initial and continued employment is dependent upon meeting National Background Check, Criminal Offender Record Information (CORI) and/or Sex Offender Registry Information (SORI) check and if applicable, Physical and Alcohol/Drug Testing requirements. Screening also includes verification of academic credentials, licenses, certifications, and/or verification of work history. Finalist(s) for this position will be subject to a pre-employment screening as a condition of employment.

POLICY STATEMENT ON AFFIRMATIVE ACTION, EQUAL OPPORTUNITY & DIVERSITY:

Springfield Technical Community College is an affirmative action/equal opportunity employer and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, ethnicity, sex, disability, religion, age, veteran status, genetic information, pregnancy or related conditions, gender identity, sex characteristics, sex stereotypes or sexual orientation in its programs and activities as required by Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, the Americans with Disabilities Act of 1990, Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, and other applicable statutes and college policies. The College prohibits Sex-Based Harassment. Inquiries or complaints concerning discrimination, harassment, or retaliation shall be referred to the College's Affirmative Action Officer and/or Title IX Coordinator, Kathryn C. Senie, Ed.D, J.D. at 413.755.5642 or via email at [email protected] , the Massachusetts Commission Against Discrimination, the Equal Employment Opportunities Commission or the United States Department of Education's Office for Civil Rights.

EQUAL OPPORTUNITY STATEMENT:

STCC's personnel and academic decisions, programs and policies are formulated and conducted in a manner, which will ensure equal access for all people and prevent discrimination. As part of this effort, a College will ensure that employment and academic decisions, programs and policies will be based solely on the individual eligibility, merit or fitness of applicants, employees and students without regard to race, color, creed, religion, national origin, age, disability, sex, marital status, military service, gender identity, genetic information, sexual orientation or political or union affiliation.