Medical Assisting (MA)/Medical Administrative Assistant (MAA) Program Director

Date Posted: 3/13/2009

Reports To: Market Academic Dean/Dean of Instruction

Location: Rochester, NY

Hours: Full Time

Responsibilities:

Is responsible for the effective operation of the Medical Assisting and Medical Administrative Assisting* programs at the Greece and Henrietta campuses, including compliance with both AAMA and Bryant & Stratton policy; ensuring students meet course and program outcomes; meeting program enrollment, retention, and graduation goals; developing and maintaining partnerships with employers; and coordinating and evaluating internships. *includes responsibility for the Administrative Assistant Program

Specific Market responsibilities include:

Ensure all documentation, reporting, and instructional activities are in compliance with all standards, competencies, policies, and guidelines as set forth by program accreditors and Bryant & Stratton College
Prepare for, coordinate and lead site visits by accreditors
Teach as required
Represent the programs at open houses, high school events, new student orientations, student recognition ceremonies, etc.
Support the MA and MAA campus clubs and participate actively in local and national AAMA events
Oversee MA labs, including ordering of necessary equipment and supplies within budgetary limits
Model lifelong learning and ensure program quality through continuous professional development
Coordinate course schedule each semester and help assign instructors
Work closely with academic advisors and faculty to ensure student needs are addressed within and outside of the classroom
Monitor course materials and grade and attendance reports to ensure course outcomes are met and rigor upheld
Ensure internship sites are visited as required and documentation is filed
Provide coaching, training, and information to MA, MAA and AA faculty
Recruit MA Advisory Board members and coordinate Advisory meetings
Coordinate CPR, first aid, and MA and MAA certification courses
Serve on college committees as needed
Other responsibilities as assigned

Qualifications:

Master’s degree in relevant discipline; CMA certification preferred; RMA certification acceptable
Three (3) years professional experience in a healthcare environment, with supervisory experience strongly preferred
Demonstrated excellence in classroom instruction with teaching experience in post-secondary and/or vocational/technical education
Exceptional leadership, facilitation, and written and oral communications skills as well as demonstrated competence in developing others, maintaining confidentiality, managing detail, and meeting deadlines in a fast-paced environment.
Strong team player with demonstrated ability to forge supportive partnerships within and between departments
Demonstrated commitment to professional development, student success, and campus culture and values

Application Process:

Interested Candidates should e-mail a cover letter and resume by March 20th to:

Annalinda P. Ragazzo
Market Academic Dean
Bryant and Stratton College
1225 Jefferson Road
Rochester, NY 14623
Email : apragazzo@bryantstratton.edu