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COCC Instructional Assistant – Medical Assisting (Part Time, Temporary Hourly, Non-Benefited) in Bend, Oregon
Instructional Assistant – Medical Assisting (Part Time, Temporary Hourly, Non-Benefited)
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Position Information
Position Title Instructional Assistant – Medical Assisting (Part Time, Temporary Hourly, Non-Benefited)
Classification Title Temporary PT Hourly
Hourly rate, Stipend, or Load Unit $30.00/hr
Close Date
Position Type/Employee Class Temporary PT Hourly
Instructor Status Not applicable
Overtime Eligible Non-Exempt
FLSA Status
Campus Location Bend
Primary Purpose
The Instructional Assistant will serve as an Instructional and Lab Assistant; assist the primary course instructor in the education of students using state approved criteria to teach, select and conduct hands on learning experiences appropriate for meeting objective for the classroom. Under direction of and providing support to faculty by preparing labs, organizing supplies/equipment, and observing student performance and testing.
Essenatial Duties and Responsibilities
Prepare laboratory environments for instruction by assembling necessary resources.
Assist faculty with demonstrations, observation, and evaluation of student essential skills performance.
Maintain records of activities undertaken in the laboratory which may include typing forms, inputting data or otherwise retaining information regarding students and their progress in meeting instructional goals.
Reinforce knowledge and skills introduced by the course faculty.
Clean and maintain instructional lab equipment.
Cleanup of laboratory sessions.
Support department faculty with copying class materials, stapling, and hole-punching; sort papers and/or supplies.
Perform other duties as assigned.
Assist Program Director with completion of MAERB faculty workbook and documentation required for accrediting body approval.
Department Specific
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Individuals must possess these knowledge, skills and abilities or be able to explain and demonstrate that the individual can perform the duties and responsibilities of the job, with or without reasonable accommodation, using some other combination of skills and abilities. The individual is expected to follow College work rules and policies.
Ability to develop strong working relationships with people from different cultural backgrounds and other aspects of human diversity.
Must be well-organized, self-motivated, and dependable.
Possess well developed verbal skills are required to present and exchange technical or complex information.
Must be personable, have good interpersonal skills, be able to work in a team environment, have a willingness to teach and be proactive.
Communicate effectively.
Have sensory and physical requirements related to performing the essential functions of a medical assistant.
Experience with medical assisting equipment and ordering of equipment and supplies.
Maintain current knowledge of course content by completing a minimum of number of hours of continuing education annually to meet CAAHEP requirements and MAERB (Medical Assisting Education Review Board) guidelines.
Ability to perform a variety of tasks daily.
Ergonomic Requirements
Regular office hours are established between 8 am – 5 pm during the workweek. A flexible work schedule, including nights and weekends, may be necessary due to the nature of the responsibilities.
Incumbent must be able to function effectively indoors in an office environment engaged in work of primarily a sedentary nature. Requires the ability to work at a workstation for extended periods. Requires to write, read written materials and computer screens, and ability to use telephonic conversations. Occasional lifting up to 25lbs. All individuals are required to perform essential functions with or without reasonable accommodation. Persons in this position may be exposed to blood or other potentially infectious materials.
Minimum Requirements
Medical Assisting certificate/degree or higher from an accredited institution of higher learning that includes course work equivalent to the uniform certificate degree in Medical Assisting as approved by the Oregon State Board of Education and offered by Oregon’s community colleges.
One year of experience in Medical Assisting or other related field
Certifications/Licensing: Medical Assisting ( CMA or CCMA ), or LPN , RN, MD, DO, or PA
Medical Assisting credentialing must be in good standing as specified below or one or more of the following RN, LPN , PA, MD, DO
Medical assistants must be credentialed in good standing in medical assisting by an organization whose credentialing exam is accredited by the National Commission for Certifying Agencies ( NCCA ) or the American National Standards Institute ( ANSI ). The CMA or RMA credential is preferred
Equivalency Statement
The College recognizes the value of skills and knowledge gained outside of formal higher education and paid employment. Applicants who do not meet minimum qualifications but present other qualifications or experience equivalent to those required will be considered and are encouraged to apply. To qualify under equivalency, applicants must indicate how they qualify under equivalency by responding to the supplemental question presented during the application process.
Preferred Qualifications
Continuing education or courses in a related field.
Prior work experience of approximately 5 years in teaching, coaching, or assisting in a laboratory setting.
CPR /First Aid Certificate.
EEO Statement
The goal of Central Oregon Community College is to provide an atmosphere that encourages our faculty, staff and students to realize their full potential. In support of this goal, it is the policy of Central Oregon Community College that there will be no discrimination or harassment on the basis of age, disability, sex, marital status, national origin, ethnicity, color, race, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, citizenship status, veteran or military status, pregnancy or any other classes protected under federal and state statutes in any education program, activities or employment. Persons with questions about this statement should contact Human Resources at 541.383.7216 or the Vice President for Student Affairs at 541.383.7211.
This policy covers nondiscrimination in both employment and access to educational opportunities. When brought to the attention of the appropriate parties, any such actions will be promptly and equitably responded to according to the process outlined in general procedures sections N-1, N-2, or N-3.
In support of COCC’s EEO statement, bilingual fluency in English and Spanish is considered a plus, along with experience working in a diverse multicultural setting.
