Assistant Professor, Medical Assisting/Phlebotomy

Purpose / Summary

The Community College of Denver’s (CCD) educational programs are designed to enrich the social, civic, and economic fabric of our community, nation, and the world.

Ideas, innovation, and the preparation of a well-trained workforce are essential to a vibrant economy. As a teaching focused institution, CCD is committed to provide access and opportunity for nontraditional students, workforce development and training resources for local organizations, and community partnerships that are improving high school graduation, college enrollment, and career success via the pathways model.

CCD has been designated as a Hispanic-Serving Institution (HIS) since 2001, reflecting the great responsibility that the College has to the educational attainment and economic well-being of the surrounding community.

We currently enroll 8,032 students, the majority of whom are from racially minoritized populations. Thirty-three percent of CCD’s students identify as Hispanic, 32% as White;

10.6% as African American, 7% as International, 5.3% as Asian, 3.7% as more than one race, less than 1% as American Indian / Alaskan Native, and less than 1% as Hawaiian or Pacific Islander.

Additionally, CCD students are diverse in LGBTQAI+ identity, socioeconomic status, religion, age, veteran status, citizenship status, and nationality.

This position works collaboratively with other medical assisting faculty in a diverse, urban setting and reports directly to the Medical Assisting and Phlebotomy Chair.

Effective interpersonal, leadership, and organizational skills are essential. CCD seeks faculty with strong teaching skills to engage its diverse students using an array of instructional methods and tools (e.

g. project-based learning, flipped classroom, innovative use of technology, implementation of open educational resources, etc.

The college encourages creativity and supports faculty to implement cutting edge methods to improve student learning. CCD's rigorous learning environment fosters a community of life-long learners who demonstrate critical thinking, cultural competence, and ethical responsibility.

This is a faculty position with didactic, lab and internship teaching responsibilities.

Applications will be accepted until finalists are identified, but preference will be given to complete applications received by February 23, 2024 .

Those who do not apply by this date may or may not be considered.

Duties and Responsibilities

The primary duty for this position is teaching medical assisting and phlebotomy courses. The number of courses per semester varies depending on the modality of the class and the number of credit hours.

There will also be a service component to faculty duties.

The successful candidate will work collaboratively with other faculty to :

Teaching Responsibilities

Teach a predetermined number of workload units per semester.

Teach assigned didactic, lab and internship courses utilizing current educational methodologies

Work with department chair and instructors to maintain documentation and ensure compliance of clinical hours for students.

Monitor program and course curriculum performance against targeted success outcomes and quality standards and prepare student learning assessments.

Participate through ongoing involvement in external professional, regulatory, and / or accreditation organizations and professional certifications

Provide subject matter expertise in support of new and revised curriculum proposals

Work with cross-functional teams to ensure program and course content is rigorous, responsive, and relevant to workforce needs, and aligns to defined student competencies

Review and monitor student and course feedback to ensure the student voice is represented

Service to the college

Participate in clinical faculty meetings and other inter-collegiate committees as necessary.

Participate in committees and special functions such as graduation ceremonies, and other program functions.

Collaborate with other faculty and staff to promote a positive work environment.

Qualifications

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS :

Education :

An associate degree in medical assisting and a current industry recognized credential or certification in CMA, RMA, NCMA, CCMA or CMAA.

Experience :

• Two (2) years (4,000 hours) work experience relating to the field in the last 5 years
• One (1) year teaching experience in post-secondary and / or vocational / technical education location including online and in-person delivery methods

Knowledge / Skills / Abilities :

• Ability to teach billing and coding courses.
• Displays a high level of initiative, effort, and commitment towards completing assignments in a timely manner
• Ability to work with minimal supervision
• Computer skill proficiency; particularly in M / S Office programs including Word, Excel and PowerPoint.
• Experience with online course management systems and classroom Smart Room technology
• Ability to work with people from varied backgrounds and situations, and is sensitive to individual differences.
• Experience with classroom instruction and curriculum development.
• Knowledge of education theory and techniques.
• Knowledge of college and college system policies.
• Ability to work collaboratively with program faculty, Dean, and other college employees.
• Ability to implement new policies, and ensure compliance with accrediting agencies.
• Ability to effectively use Microsoft Office products, D2L, and other computer software as necessary.

Licensure / Certification :

A current industry recognized credential or certification in CMA, RMA, NCMA, CCMA, or CMAA.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS :

Education :

Bachelor’s degree or higher in Allied Health Discipline with Medical Assisting experience.

Licensure / Certification :

Registered Phlebotomy Technician preferred (AMT, NPA, ASCLS, ASPT, or NCCT).

CPR / FA certified, (AHA) preferred.

Supplemental Information

Our campus is located in downtown Denver, adjacent to two light rail stations, and just minutes away from shopping, restaurants, and event venues.

When you visit our campus, it will be immediately evident that our faculty, staff, and instructors are passionate about serving our diverse student population.

At CCD our passion is to help others, and we offer career pathways that will make a difference in the lives of our students.