LAB COORDINATOR - MEDICAL ASSISTING PROGRAM

MALCOLM X COLLEGE 

Malcolm X College and its satellite campus, West Side Learning Center is currently seeking a Lab Coordinator for the Medical Assisting Program. This position will be responsible for enhancing student knowledge and skills in the Medical Assisting Program. Ensures proper inventory of laboratory supplies and maintenance of equipment and assists faculty in fulfilling academic and program needs.

The mission of the Malcolm X College Medical Assisting Program is to prepare graduates to function as integral members of the healthcare team. To accomplish this mission, the program is designed to provide the necessary professional skills, progressive maturity, and the intellectual, social, and emotional values necessary to make them a trustworthy member of the healthcare team.

The mission of Malcolm X College is to provide accessible liberal arts and health-focused education that fosters personal and professional achievement. To fulfill this mission, we focus on the following core values: accountability, community, diversity, empowerment, learning, and respect. 

The ideal candidate will be available to work at multiple locations, such as Malcolm X College, West Side Learning Center, and others. The ideal candidate will also be available to work a varying schedule to accommodate both day and evening class schedules.

ESSENTIAL DUTIES 

• Coordinates lab environment and activities to supplement subject lessons and techniques, and provides direction in the facilitation and enhancement of students’ laboratory experiences. Ensures that students adhere to safety policies. 
• Demonstrates a variety of Health Science techniques, patient care skills, laboratory procedures, and provides evaluation of students’ performance. 
• Organizes and checks laboratory equipment and supply items to ensure proper maintenance, function, and inventory levels. Reports equipment failure to supervisor and prepares requisition slips as needed. 
• Secures, sets-up, and maintains various instructional resources for classroom and laboratory use. 
• Advises current and prospective students about the Health Science program. Provides additional laboratory scheduling and assists students during open lab hours for review or practice of laboratory related aspects. 
• Maintains student records and informs instructor of students’ exam and laboratory grades for evaluative and remedial purposes. 
• Participates in all program and departmental meetings. 
• Assists with group tours, recruitment efforts, and prospective student interviews as necessary. 
• Provides input for annual funding requests from state and/or federal agencies. 
• Performs other duties as assigned. 

QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting program desired; Bachelor’s Degree preferred in a scientific area of study. 
• Certification in Medical Assisting or related Health Science field highly preferred. 
• Minimum of 3 years related experience in Medical Assisting or related Health Science field. 
• Completion of continuing education units, for license renewal, as needed. 

When applying, please attach your professional resume 

WE OFFER:Excellent health benefits at a low cost; Investment plans 403(b) & 457(b); SURS Retirement Plan; Generous vacation, holidays, personal and sick days; Tuition Reimbursement. For a more detailed overview of benefits please visit our benefits page. 

For the 4th year, Malcolm X College was selected as aPromising Places to Work in Community Collegesaward winner! The award is given by the National Institute for Staff and Organizational Development (NISOD), a membership organization committed to promoting and celebrating excellence in teaching and leadership at community and technical colleges, and Diverse: Issues in Higher Education, a leading academic publication.

MXC was recognized for its best-in-class student and staff recruitment and retention practices, inclusive learning and working environments, and meaningful community service and engagement opportunities. 

Chicago residency is required for all full-time employees within 6 months of hire. 

We are an equal opportunity and affirmative action employer. 

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