Ophthalmology Assistant Program Director

Job Description

Job Description

Job Title : Ophthalmology Assistant - Program Director F ull time

Summary : Work under supervision to teach assigned courses and provide support to students in assigned programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities include the following.

• Teach assigned courses in a hybrid format, including monitoring online activity for students in enrolled courses.
• Create and oversee laboratory days for students in assigned courses.
• Ensure placement of students in externship setting for required course hours, and review paperwork for assigned externships.
• Update and / or create courses in assigned program.
• Monitor students in an online and residential setting for attendance, grades, and other progress indicators.
• Assess student learning
• Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations.
• Review curriculum and textbooks with other instructors, program managers, advisory board, and school director.
• Monitor TWC, federal and accrediting standards compliance.
• Monitor policy / procedure compliance.
• Assist with student advising
• Other jobs as assigned.

Education / Experience :

Bachelors Degree

Minimum three years’ experience as a clinical Ophthalmic Assistant or Technician

Current Certification as an Ophthalmic Technician (COT), Ophthalmic Assistant (COA), or Ophthalmic Medical Technician (COMT).

Ability to present a professional image and act as a role model

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to meet deadlines

Has proven experience in a leadership role. Teaching or clinical teaching experience a plus.