Overview

This is not a remote position. This position is based at our North Charleston, SC campus

Transform your Career at ECPI University

Since 1966, ECPI University’s employees have been dedicated to helping students achieve their academic and career goals through our unique education model. Our culture is to prioritize our students' success through the support of our dynamic team and industry focused curriculum. 

ECPI University provides a stable work environment, with professional growth opportunities, and competitive benefits. If you are interested in joining us in making a difference in students’ lives, we would love to hear from you to discuss the opportunity.

Benefits of Employment

ECPI University provides comprehensive benefits to full-time employees, some of which are highlighted below:

• Tuition scholarship program available to full-time employees and their immediate family members after 90 days of employment
• Competitive compensation and medical/dental benefit plans
• PTO and holiday pay
• 401(k) participation with possible employer contributions
• Part-time and Adjunct employees have a different list of benefits that can be provided when requested 

ECPI University is seeking a leader in Medical Assisting to oversee the Medical Assisting program to include instruction, curriculum, student success, expenses, enforcement of policies and procedures, scheduling of classes, and accreditation standards in order to maintain quality education which meets state and federal requirements and ECPI University guidelines.

Responsibilities

Students

• Classroom instruction.
• Oversee the academic progression and graduation of students.
• Evaluate student progress and competency based on Medical Assisting program philosophy and objectives.
• Create and maintain an environment conducive to learning.
• Participate in the academic advisement and counseling of students.
• Provide opportunities for student and graduate evaluation of curriculum, teaching and program effectiveness.

Program

• Coordinate the development, implementation, evaluation, and revision of the Medical Assisting program curriculum.
• Document policies and procedures to ensure that the current code of ethics of the profession of Medical Assisting is adhered to.
• Prepare reports necessary for continued approval or accreditation of program.
• Evaluate textbooks, reference books and other teaching materials; recommend the purchase of supplies and equipment.

Faculty

• Hire, train, mentor and evaluate faculty.
• Conduct regular faculty meetings and in-services.
• Ensure faculty are current in licensure, certification and professional development

Professional Development

• Commit to ongoing professional development; ensure program faculty remain current in trends, issues and practices in the field, as well as effective teaching strategies and assessment methods.

Qualifications

Education/Experience

• Bachelor's degree in the specialty field ot teaching discipline from a regionally accredited educational institution.
• RMA or CMA.
• Minimum of three (3) years full-time experience in a healthcare facility with a minimum of one year direct patient care in an ambulatory healthcare setting.
• Postsecondary teaching experience and/or vocational/technical education required. 

Skills/Abilities

• Demonstrated leadership skills including the ability to manage in an academic organization. 
• Demonstrated ability to handle multiple projects simultaneously with attention to detail and deadline 
• Demonstrated experience with academic planning, including program development and innovation; strategic planning; and financial management 
• Demonstrated commitment to diversity among students, faculty and staff 
• Curriculum development 
• Exceptional interpersonal skills, and excellent verbal and written communication skills 
• Familiarity with regional accreditation process 
• Ability to create and maintain relationships 

• Motivated, self-starter and ability to work independently 

• Problem-solving ability

ECPI University is proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer.