Medical Assisting Instructor - PT

Medical Assisting Instructor

About The Job 

St Paul's School of Nursing in Staten Island is seeking an experienced, highly motivated Medical Assistant to join its faculty.  If you possess a desire to help others succeed, this is an opportunity for you to positively impact the lives and careers of our students and graduates. 

St Paul's School of Nursing provides educational programs that deliver real-life career skills in high-demand occupations that lead to employment upon graduation and a lifetime of professional growth. 

Job Description 

We are seeking an energetic and enthusiastic faculty member to teach in our Medical Assisting Program.  This is a part-time, professional position reporting directly to the Dean of Education.  The primary responsibility will be to teach Medical Assisting courses.  The typical teaching load is two courses each term, with one or two preparations. Applicants will also be expected to provide academic advising to students, and participate in department training, meetings and graduation.   

Requirements 

• A bachelor degree is required, preferably in Allied Health but similar fields will be considered; an associate degree in Medical Assisting is required

• Certification:
  • CCMA and/or
  • RMA and/or
  • CMA 

• At least three years of experience as a Medical Assistant in a clinical setting

• Excellent communication and interpersonal skills 

• Highly organized, motivated and results-driven 

• Prior higher education/postsecondary teaching experience preferred