Adjunct Instructor, Certified Clinical Medical Assisting

The Certified Clinical Medical Assisting Instructor is a part-time non-benefited adjunct position responsible for the instruction and hands on learning opportunities within the Certified Clinical Medical Assisting Program. Typically, this program is offered during the fall and spring semesters of the college’s academic year; however, the scheduled offering may change based on institutional or industry need. Responsibilities include instruction, curricula development, student supervision, and coordinating student clinical experiences. In addition, duties may include inventory of program supplies, requesting the purchase of new supplies, and attending program advisory meetings.

Compensation: $33.39/hr. 

Priority Screening Date: Position is open until filled.

Starting Date: As soon as practical after the hiring process.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS: – this position is non-exempt and is eligible for compensatory or overtime pay provisions of the FLSA.  This listing of essential duties is not all-inclusive, but representative, other duties may be assigned).

To perform successfully in this position, an individual must be able to perform principal responsibilities satisfactorily as well as possess education/experience, employ the knowledge, skills, and abilities as listed in representative fashion; reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the principal responsibilities. 

The primary responsibility of all faculty is instruction. At LCCC we seek instructors who are committed to excellence in teaching as demonstrated in the competency domains outlined below. Faculty are expected to continually grow towards excellence in the following outcomes in the designated discipline of Certified Clinical Medical Assisting.

1. Teaching and Learning- Employs student-centered instruction coupled with the development and use of appropriate and current educational materials. Consistently and promptly responds to student inquiries and shares timely, appropriate, and instructive feedback and evaluation of student work.
   • Maximizes student engagement and success by employing methods that develop student understanding of the values, practice, and procedures within the designated discipline, and by engaging students in interdisciplinary practices to develop 21^st century learners. 
   • Prepares and delivers assigned courses by employing high-impact teaching practices in a learning environment that promotes respect and rapport. 
   • Facilitates student achievement by maintaining clear expectations and defined learning outcomes. 
   • Promotes learning through the innovative implementation of effective classroom technologies. 
   • Provides timely and constructive feedback, evaluates student progress, and maintains accurate records of attendance, grades, clinical evaluations, and required documentation.
   • Initiates and moderates classroom and lab discussions that reinforce course concepts and help students apply knowledge to real-world clinical scenarios.
2. Competency-Based Design- Applies competency-based design to the development of curriculum, engaging with colleagues at the course, program, and institutional level with the aim of continuous improvement. 
   • Evaluates student engagement and success through formative and summative assessment. 
   • Develops curriculum by articulating measurable, student-centered learning outcomes, and using a competency-based design strategy to maintain curriculum that is current, effective, and relevant to the designated discipline. 
   • Contributes to curricula by assisting in design, implementation, and review aligned with current or emerging community, state, or national needs. 
   • Participates in continuous improvement of student learning and success by gathering data, analyzing data, engaging with peers and internal and external stakeholders, and implementing change as a result. 
   • Collaborates on curriculum design with colleagues, the Non-Credit Technical Training Coordinator, and program leadership to ensure alignment with institutional goals and emerging local, state, and national healthcare needs.
   • Prepares students for NHA CCMA certification by embedding exam-aligned skill development, content review, and industry-standard competencies throughout the program.
3. Professionalism - Collaborates and actively reflects on responsibilities to positively contribute to one’s discipline, Pathway, the College, and the greater community. 
   • Maintains professionalism by embodying the values, ethics, and behavior codes of LCCC and one’s discipline. 
   • Demonstrates social competence and effective communication in professional and academic venues. 
   • Actively contributes to the college and one’s Pathway, department, or designated discipline by engaging in expanding institutional connections and professional development, and by displaying commitment to the profession. 
   • Supports the CCMA program through clinical site coordination, including recruiting clinical partners, serving as the primary point of contact, ensuring student onboarding requirements are met, and providing ongoing support to externship sites and students.
   • Participates in outreach and recruitment efforts such as informational events, employer outreach, and prospective student support to strengthen enrollment and community engagement.
   • Engages in professional development to remain current with healthcare practices, teaching methodologies, regulatory requirements, and industry trends relevant to medical assisting education.

Other responsibilities may be assigned based on contemporary institutional needs.

KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
Knowledge 

• Knowledge of personal computing applications, particularly Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Outlook, PowerPoint).
• Knowledge of confidentiality requirements applicable to higher education, including College policies and FERPA regulations.
• Knowledge of appropriate professional communication standards, including documentation practices and confidentiality expectations.

Skills

• Strong communication skills, including the ability to express ideas clearly in both oral and written formats.
• Active listening and conflict de-escalation skills to handle sensitive or escalating situations with confidence and professionalism.
• Customer service skills, including the ability to communicate effectively with diverse individuals in one-on-one or small-group settings, in person, by phone, or through electronic communication.
• Organizational and administrative skills, including accurate recordkeeping, attention to detail, and the ability to manage multiple communication channels simultaneously (email, phone, voicemail, written communication).
• Professional interpersonal skills, with the ability to establish rapport, demonstrate courtesy and tact, and determine others’ needs through appropriate inquiry.

Abilities

• Ability to respond appropriately to inquiries from faculty, staff, regulatory agencies, vendors, business partners, and other stakeholders.
• Ability to maintain professionalism while executing essential job functions, demonstrating sound judgment, follow-through, and reliability.
• Ability to work independently as a self-starter, managing tasks accurately, confidentially, and efficiently with minimal supervision.
• Ability to exercise reasonable judgment when prioritizing tasks, solving problems, or initiating action.
• Ability to manage a fast flow of information from various communication sources while maintaining accuracy and confidentiality.

PHYSICAL/MENTAL DEMANDS:

• While performing the essential functions of this position a variable work schedule may be required
• There may be occurrences of interacting with employees and/or students, past employees and/or students, members of the general public, and others who express opinions, may exhibit strong emotions, which will require the employee to interact professionally, diplomatically, and appropriately in such situations
• While performing the essential duties of this position, an employee would frequently be required to move around the assigned work areas as well as within hallways, meeting rooms, and other parts of the campus facilities
• There may be multiple/daily instances of prolonged sitting, standing, and personal computer use, which would include keyboard and/or mouse usage as well as viewing a computer monitor
• An employee must frequently lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and occasionally lift and/or move more to perform essential position functions
• Specific vision abilities required by this position include close vision, distance vision, and ability to adjust focus
• The overall work environment requires the mental ability to shift focal point quickly due to interruptions; an employee must be able to mentally track multiple projects and tasking as well
• The noise level in the work environment is usually moderate; however, there may be instances of somewhat loud environments.

NOTE: This position description is a general description; it is not intended as an employment contract, nor is it intended to describe all duties someone in this position may perform.  All employees of the College are expected to perform other tasks as assigned by their respective supervisor/manager regardless of job title or routine job duties.

Minimum Qualifications:

• Certificate in CCMA or related field from a Nationally Recognized Certifying Body such as NHA or other comparable organization. 
• Minimum 1 year working in a medical office as a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant or related field.

Preferred Qualifications:

• 6 or more years working as a CCMA or related field

• 1 year of instruction experience

•  Certified Basic Life Support (BLS) Trainer

If you are selected for the position, your appointment is contingent upon successful completion of a background check. LCCC reserves the right to end this employment agreement should the results of your background investigation not be successful.

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Laramie County Community College is an equal opportunity educational institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, age, religion, disability, or veteran status in admission or access to, or treatment or employment in, its educational programs or activities.

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