What are the responsibilities and job description for the Adjunct Faculty (Medical Assisting Techniques / Medical Assisting, Canton) - Massasoit Community College position at Massasoit Community College?
Accepting Applications for Academic Year 2026-2027
Provide classroom and laboratory instruction to Medical Assistant students on topics including, but not limited, obtaining vital signs, medical histories from patients, preparing and assisting with various procedures, and administering treatment under the supervision of the physician or supervisor. Emphasize the importance of professionalism and effective communication, lab safety, specimen collection as they apply in a medical office.
Responsibilities and Duties:
- Instructors are expected to encourage and maintain participation of all students.
- Provide all classroom, laboratory and clinical instruction and demonstration according to the required curriculum.
- Follow current course outlines, objectives, and evaluation mechanisms for the program and/or develop and prepare lessons when indicated by the Program Director.
- Recommend curricula changes and supplemental materials.
- Monitor student attendance and retention and document as required by the college policies.
- Grade assignments and lab participation, return graded assignments and relevant feedback to students. Administer and correct tests.
- Maintain accountability of students and property. Adhere to safety practices.
- Cultivate and maintain a climate which is free of harassment, intimidation, and disrespect. Provide a safe place for staff and students to work and learn.
- Focus on the Commonwealth's Equity Agenda by applying related best practices throughout all job functions.
THIS POOL IS VALID THROUGH JUNE 30, 2027. APPLICANTS WISHING TO REMAIN IN THE POOL MUST REAPPLY AND UPDATE THEIR INFORMATION THEREAFTER.
Adjunct Faculty are part-time instructors hired on an as needed basis. Positions may consist of day, night, or weekend positions and may be in Brockton, Canton, Middleborough, or any other instructional site.
Please note: Positions will be available pending sufficient enrollment. Qualified applicants will be contacted by the academic department.
Job Requirements:
- Associate degree or higher in natural sciences, medical/health sciences or related field
- Certified medical assistant
- Three (3) years of recent work experience in medical/health science or education fields.
- Experience teaching clinical/laboratory courses in higher education or secondary education and one-year teaching/training experience.
Preferred Qualifications:
- Certified Medical Assistant recognized by CAAHEP and MAERB
Additional Information:
Position Status: MCCC/MTA position
Supervisor: Dean of Health Sciences
Semester: Academic Year Fall 2026 and Spring 2027
Salary: $1,512 per credit (step 1) based on enrollment. Consistent with the DCE Collective Bargaining Agreement.
- If hired for the position mid-semester, the salary will be pro-rated based on the number of weeks left in the semester.
Worksite: Assignments will include all Massasoit sites and additional locations as necessary.
Deadline to Apply: June 30, 2027
Salary : $1,512