What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct - Medical Assisting Faculty position at Blue Ridge Community and Technical College?
We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Medical Assisting professional to serve as a hands-on part-time instructor in our Medical Assisting program. This role plays a vital part in preparing students for real-world clinical environments by providing practical, skills-based instruction, and supervision in the lab and classroom settings.
- Prepare syllabus and course materials
- Instruct lectures and/or labs
- Prepare online course material to support instruction
- Keep attendance and grade reports
- Report mid-term and final grades by deadlines
Education
- HS Diploma required.
- 1 year certificate or associate’s degree from an accredited institution preferred.
Experience
- Minimum of one year experience in Medical Assisting, Phlebotomy, or healthcare related field
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities Required
- Clinical Skills Instruction:
- Must be able to perform a manual blood pressure within 3 minutes
- Teach and demonstrate hands-on procedures such as manual vital signs, phlebotomy, EKGs, injections, specimen collection, and assisting with exams.
- Guide students through practicing and mastering clinical skills in a simulated lab environment.
- Lab Management:
- Set up, maintain, and organize the clinical lab with necessary supplies and equipment.
- Ensure a safe and clean learning environment that aligns with current healthcare standards and infection control protocols.
- Student Assessment & Support:
- Evaluate student competencies through performance-based assessments.
- Provide real-time feedback and support to help students improve and build confidence in their technical skills.
- Curriculum & Compliance:
- Collaborate with program faculty to align hands-on instruction with course objectives and accreditation standards.
- Maintain accurate documentation of student progress, attendance, and skill check-offs.
- Professional Mentorship:
- Serve as a role model for professionalism in healthcare settings.
- Offer guidance on workplace readiness, soft skills, and job expectations for entry-level Medical Assistants.
- Key Competencies
- Strong interpersonal and communication skills with a passion for student success.
- Skilled in performing and teaching hands-on medical procedures.
- Ability to adapt to teaching methods to diverse learning styles
- Collaborative and student-centered mindset
Licensure/Certification Required
- An active nationally recognized Medical Assisting certification required. RMA, CMA, RPT, or PBT (ASCP) certification preferred.
Adjunct pay dependent on degree level.
Blue Ridge Community and Technical College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, pregnancy, age, disability, or religion in admission, employment, or educational programs and activities; nor does it discriminate based on genetic information in employment or employee health benefits. Faculty, staff, students, and applicants are protected from retaliation for making complaints or assisting in investigations of discrimination.
If you require reasonable accommodation to complete the job application, pre-employment testing, interview, or to otherwise participate in the hiring process, please contact Megan Stoner, Talent Acquisition & Development Coordinator at 304-260-4380 or emailhr@blueridgetctc.edu.
Salary : $500