Medical Terminology Instructor Jobs in Seattle, WA

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Location : 3000 NE 4th Street Renton, WA
Job Type: Part-time Faculty
Job Number: 23-R00015PT
Department: Health & Human Services
Opening Date: 10/26/2023
Position
We are seeking applications, for Medical Assistant adjunct instructors and substitutes at Renton Technical College (RTC). This instructor will be responsible for providing individualized and/or group instruction for adults entering the Medical Assistant profession. The instructor must utilize instructional plans, direct and assess student progress in achieving theory and performance requirements of the program. Curriculum includes anatomy; physiology; basic math and math for pharmacology; principles of pharmacology; medical terminology, front/back office clinical skills; basic administrative skills; law and ethics, as these subjects relate to the role of a medical assistant; communication; human relations; electronic medical records, professionalism; and job search. The instructor will supervise students during practicum and assist students in obtaining jobs. Other professional responsibilities include: serving as an ad hoc member of the program's advisory committee; serving on departmental and college committees; participating in professional improvement activities; and performing other related duties as may be assigned by the dean. This position is scheduled to begin upon selection. The Dean of Allied Health reviews applications as needed to fill openings during the 2024 - 25 academic year. Please see terms of employment for wage information
Renton Technical College, located southeast of Seattle, has provided quality education in a variety of occupations for over 80 years. Our professional-technical certificate and degree programs offer entry and mid-level training in the areas of allied health, trades and industry, culinary, business, technology and automotive. Our outstanding college & career pathways program with classes in adult basic education, English as a second language, and GED preparation is available to those who need additional preparation prior to entering a training program and for those who simply wish to improve their math and English skills. Career Education and apprenticeships degree's round out our offerings. As an Achieving the Dream and an Aspen Institute top 10 finalist in Community College Excellence, RTC is also proud to be a Military Friendly School, serving those who chose to serve.
Renton Technical College is committed to increasing its cultural diversity with an emphasis on equity and inclusion among its faculty and staff. The students that we serve come from a variety of backgrounds and are over 60% of color. We strongly encourage members of historically marginalized groups, veterans, and bi- or multi-lingual individuals to apply for this position to help meet the needs of our diverse students and service district.
Key Responsibilities / Essential Functions Include

• Demonstrate multicultural competence (including an awareness and understanding of historically disadvantaged populations) and create an educational environment that affirms commitment to equity, diversity, and instruct students on the course topic, in a hybrid format, with part of the instruction being through face to face lecture, and part being online, by directed learning (readings and research).
  
• Effectively teach the adopted curriculum for the medical assistant program.
  
• Provide for the orderly conduct of program learning activities, individual student learning needs, and the appropriate evaluation of student progress towards attaining the learning outcomes.

• Perform and teach psychomotor and affective competencies in the clinical setting according to MAERB policies.
  
• Inventory supplies and equipment for clinical needs.
  
• Follow all safety standards according to appropriate agencies including OSHA and WA DOH.
  
• Develop and update the curriculum on a regular basis in collaboration with program faculty.
  
• Maintain and submit student records, documentation, and program reports, including assessment data and submit then in a timely manner as required.

• Evaluate student progress towards attaining the learning outcomes to include individual assignments, projects, quizzes, and tests.
  
• Perform student recruitment and job placement activities.
  
• Communicate with students through a combination of office hours and online communication, using the Canvas Learning Management System, and email.
  
• Support the college's mission by creating a learning environment of mutual respect and fairness, while encouraging creative and critical thinking through an equity lens.
  
• Maintain and ensure program performance and competency standards are met.

• Maintain confidentiality, think critically and exercise independent judgment.
  
• Demonstrate leadership and interpersonal skills and the ability to work effectively as part of a team.
  
• Administer and interpret college procedures; resolve issues, resulting in mutual respect and tolerance for varying points of view.
  
• Provide leadership in working to improve access and successful educational outcomes for diverse and underrepresented and underserved student populations.
  
• Maintain regular attendance and punctuality.

• Perform other duties as assigned by the Dean.

Required Knowledge, Skills and Abilities

• Demonstrated leadership or participation with person from diverse backgrounds such as sexual orientation, racial, ethnic, religious, linguistic, gender, age, socio-economic, physical and learning abilities, and a commitment of an inclusive and equitable working / learning environment.
  
• Medical Assistant with credentials through the AAMA or RMA.
  
• Three years of recent experience in educational or clinical setting.

• Experience with some form of computer curriculum delivery system and applying current technology in instruction.
  
• Have or acquire within 90 days of initial employment an industrial first aid certificate and Healthcare Provider CPR certification.
  
• Documentation of current immunization and health requirements within 6 months of hire date is required.
  
• Must be able to pass a criminal background check upon hire and annually.
  
• Have taken, or after initial employment begin taking, professional-technical teacher training courses.

• Demonstrated attention to detail required as well as previous experience maintaining accurate records, managing multiple tasks, and planning and organizing work in order to meet changing priorities and deadlines.
  
• Excellent leadership and interpersonal skills; ability to work professionally and effectively with students, faculty, staff, colleagues and community partners.
  
• Demonstrated ability to communicate effectively in writing and orally.
  
• Successful experience using tact, discretion and courtesy while interacting with all persons.
  
• Knowledge of, understanding of, and commitment to the education role and philosophy of the community and technical colleges.

• AAS or advanced degree is preferred.
  
• Successful teaching experience is preferred.
  
• Ability to represent the college in a positive manner.

WORKING CONDITIONS:
The position is active in nature and requires standing, lecturing and demonstration of processes in a classroom environment. The job also requires some sedentary time when performing administrative program functions.
Terms of Employment
In the interest of providing a healthy, safe and secure educational and work environment, and in order to meet the requirements of federal legislation, it is the policy of Renton Technical College to maintain an alcohol and drug-free workplace for our employees and students.
This is an adjunct faculty position contracted on a quarterly basis. Lecture (theory) credits are compensated at $1,118 per credit, which includes scheduled class time and final exam days. All guided practice instructional credits for adjunct will be paid with an additional pay factor of 1.33. Future advancement in base salary, up to the current maximum of $1,683 per credit, is based upon a combination of years of service accrued at our college and professional development activity.
Degree Stipend:Master's or Doctorate degree stipends are paid on a prorated per credit rate.
The person hired is required to provide authorization for employment in the United States.
In the interest of providing a healthy, safe and secure educational and work environment, and in order to meet the requirements of federal legislation, it is the policy of Renton Technical College to maintain an alcohol and drug-free workplace for our employees and students. All offers of employment are contingent to background checks, including employment and required degree/credential verification. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform successfully in the position. Finalists are required to complete the Sexual Misconduct Disclosure form as required under RCW 288.112.080. Post offer, pre-employment criminal background checks are also required.
For questions regarding this position contact recruiting@rtc.edu
EEO STATEMENT: Renton Technical College provides equal opportunity in education and employment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color national origin, age, perceived or actual physical or mental disability, pregnancy, genetic information, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, marital status, creed, religion, honorably discharged veterans or military status, or use of a trained guide dog or service animal, as required by Title VI of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title VII of the Civil Rights Act of 1964, Title IX of the Educational Amendments of 1972, Sections 504 and 508 of the Rehabilitation Act of 1973, the Americans with Disabilities Act and ADA Amendment Act, the Age Discrimination Act of 1975, the Violence Against Women Re-authorization Act and Washington State Law Against Discrimination, Chapter 49.60 RCW and their implementing regulations. Please see policy at The following college official has been designated to handle inquiries regarding the nondiscrimination policies: Title IX / EEO Coordinator, Lesley Hogan, Vice President of Human Resources 3000 NE 4th Street Renton, WA 98056 (425)235-7873, titleix@rtc.edu.
Jeanne Clery statement: Notice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report: In compliance with Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act of 1998, and as a part of the College's commitment to safety and security on campus, Renton Technical College reports the mandate information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. Renton Technical College's Annual Safety and Fire Report is available online at: For information on how to access the RTC Daily Crime Log follow this link:
We acknowledge that RTC sits uninvited on the ancestral land of the Puget Salish people, including the Duwamish, Suquamish, Snoqualmie, Tulalip, and Muckleshoot Nations. We are grateful to the original inhabitants of this land, upon which we gather and dialogue. We also acknowledge our increasingly virtual world, in which RTC's work is done across multiple indigenous lands, in some cases, away from Puget Salish territories. We thank the original caretakers of our local lands and waters, who are still here. Beyond acknowledgment, we each have an obligation to learn about and support our local tribes. Find out how on our resources page, which includes scholarships for Indigenous students.
More than Just a Paycheck!
Washington State offers one of the most competitive benefits packages in the nation. We understand that your life revolves around more than just your career and that your priority is making sure that you and your family will maintain health and financial security. That's why choice is a key component of our benefits package.
Health Benefits:
Adjunct faculty may become eligible for benefits if they work two (2) consecutive quarters at 50% or more of full time academic load in order to qualify for benefits (based on instructional hours only - benefits would begin on the first day of the working month after working 50% or more for two consecutive quarters).
Newly-hired adjunct faculty are eligible for PEBB insurance benefits when they have taught 50 percent or more of a full-time workload* for two consecutive quarters at one or more public higher education institutions, going on benefits the start of the second quarter at 50% or more. Medical, dental, life and long term disability insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under the
Adjunct faculty who initially meet the State Board Retirement Plan Eligibility criteria after June 30, 2011 are given the option to participate in the State Board Plan (TIA) or to participate in TRS 3, and have 30 days to make a choice. The eligibility threshold for participation in the State Board Retirement Plan (TIA) is 50 percent of a full-time workload* at one or more college districts or the State Board for two consecutive quarters. There may be other options available under limited circumstances.
*Half time is defined as one-half of the full-time academic workload as determined by each institution, except that half time for com