Medical Admin Assistant Instructor (CMAA Instructor)

Summary of Position Functions:

Provides engaging instruction, administers tests, and evaluates student progress, understanding, and proficiency in assigned field of Career and Technical Training. 

Major Duties and Responsibilities:

• Provides students with industry-recognized instruction and training.
• Develops and prepares lessons; recommends curricula changes and supplemental materials. 
• Administers and corrects tests; logs and maintains progress and attendance.
• Identifies, selects, and modifies instructional resources to meet the needs of the students with varying backgrounds, learning styles, and special needs. 
• Manages the classroom by moving about the room to tutor, coach, evaluate, and assist each student as the need arises. 
• Motivates and counsels’ students in areas of behavior, training, personal problems, or study habits.
• Evaluates and supervises students in an on-the-job training experience. 
• Participates in providing hands-on activities for students in the career preparation program. 

Note: This job description is not intended to be all-inclusive. Employees may perform other related duties as needed to meet the on-going needs of the organization.

Skills/Competencies:

• Practical experience in administrative and clinical settings
• Experience in teaching, or mentoring students
• Familiarity with current healthcare office practices, compliance, and technology used in medical administration
• Demonstrated knowledge of effective instructional strategies, classroom management and content field
• Possesses strong verbal and written communication skills, excellent customer service skills
• High energy level and ability to engage with students
• Ability to quicky learn Job Corps methodologies and strategies
• Ability to use different methods and mediums in delivering course materials
• Ability to effectively respond to student issues as they arise
• Must be proficient in the use of common computer software such as Microsoft Suite, Outlook, etc. 

Educational Requirements & Experience: 

• High School Diploma, or G.E.D
• NYS Certification as a Certified Medical Administrative Assistant through the National Health Career Association (NHA) 
• 1-Year Supervised Work Experience, in a Medical Administrative Assist Role within the last 3-Years, or 2-Years of Supervised Work Experience within the last 5-Years.
• Instructors must have completed a recognized Medical Administrative Assistant Training Program which typically includes; Medical Terminology Knowledge, Core Curriculum in Health Science, Exam Prep, and Workplace Readiness Instruction.
• Must maintain certification through continuing education including; industry standards, best practices, and regulatory updates every two-years
• Must possess a valid and clean driving record

Benefits: 

• Medical Coverage with Reduced Rates for Employees
• Dental, and Vision
• Life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) 
• Long-Term, and Short-Term Disability Insurance 
• Accident Insurance (dismemberment, dislocation, or fracture) on, or off the job
• Critical Illness Insurance
• Hospital Indemnity Insurance (supplements your medical plan)
• 401K Retirement Plan
• Employee Assistance Program (EAP) 
• Flex Spending Accounts (FSA)
• Paid Vacation and Sick Time 
• 12 Paid Holidays 
• Free access to our Weight and Cardio Rooms, and low-cost meals from our dining hall ($3.00 per meal) daily.

ADA Requirements: 

Under the Americans with Disabilities Act, requirements may be modified to reasonably, accommodate individuals with disabilities, however, no accommodations will be made which may pose serious health or safety risks to the employee or others, or which impose an undue hardship on the company. 

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable qualified individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions. The term "qualified individual with a disability," means an individual with a disability who, with or without reasonable accommodation, can perform the essential functions of the position.

Physical Activities: 

• Reading, writing, and communicating fluently in English
• Hearing and speaking to express ideas and, or exchange information in person, or over the telephone
• Seeing to read labels, posters, documents, PC Screens, etc. 
• Sitting, standing, moving about, or walking for occasional or frequent periods
• Dexterity of hands and fingers to operate a computer keyboard and other office equipment
• Kneeling, and bending at the waist, stooping and reaching overhead 
• Retrieving and storing files and supplies; occasionally carrying and, or lifting light objects

Working Conditions: 

• Campus and classroom setting
• Indoor and outdoor environment 

Oneonta Job Corps provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, creed, sex (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related condition), age, national origin or ancestry, citizenship, disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression (including transgender status), genetic predisposition or carrier status, military or veteran status, familial status, status a victim of domestic violence, or any other status protected by law.

As of September 17, 2023 - Under the NYS DOL Pay Transparency Law, employers are prohibited from retaliating against employees who discuss their compensation with coworkers.

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