Job Description

Faculty Director/Assistant Professor, Medical Assisting

Lake Washington Institute of Technology

Salary: $74,028.00 – $87,146.00 Annually

Job Type: Full-Time Permanent

Job Number: 24F004

Location: Kirkland, WA

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SUMMARY OF RESPONSIBILITIES

This position is Annual Renewable with the possibility of converting to Tenure Track

Lake Washington Institute of Technology (LWTech), located 15 miles northeast of Seattle, is the only public institute of technology in Washington state and has provided high quality education since 1949. We offer 10 applied bachelor’s degrees, 40 associate degrees and 80 professional certificates in 41 areas of study, including STEM-focused programs in Science, Technology, Engineering and Math. LWTech is located within the city of Kirkland, which is home to companies such as GoDaddy, Google, Astronics and EvergreenHealth, and the college is within minutes from Microsoft and Nintendo. LWTech was recognized by the Aspen Institute as one of the top 150 two year colleges in the nation in 2018 and is proud to be a Military Friendly School.LWTech is committed to increasing its cultural diversity with an emphasis on equity and inclusion among its staff and faculty. We serve a student population of 6,500 that come from a variety of backgrounds. We strongly value diversity and are working to improve access and successful educational outcomes for all students. We are actively seeking applicants that will help to balance our employee workforce to align with our students and community. Questions regarding the College’s commitment to diversity and our campus culture may be directed to Human Resources.Equity, Diversity, Inclusion Council

Develop and teach a wide variety of courses in medical assisting, specializing in Phlebotomy and clinical skills. This position functions as the faculty program chair for the medical assisting program and is responsible for program effectiveness, including outcomes, organization, administration, review, planning, and development. Other duties include CAAHEP and regional accreditation reporting, advising and the support of students, and coordination with medical community. This position reports to the dean of allied health.

ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Responsible for the organization, administration , continuous assessment, planning, development, and effectiveness of the medical assisting program and program materials
• Plan and develop a variety of instructional objectives and experiences appropriate to the medical assisting program goals including appropriate general education requirements for degrees and certificates
• Demonstrate an understanding of accreditation and MAERB standards
• Create ongoing assessment tools to maintain MAERB standards for accreditation
• Facilitate externship experiences as needed
• Participate in college initiatives
• Teach a variety of medical assisting courses
• Employ a variety of teaching methods to meet a wide variety of learning needs and styles
• Develop and teach productive and constructive work habits, study skills, and core skills as identified by the college
• Model the communication, computation, and human relations skills required for employment in medical assisting
• Develop classroom and lab procedures, including safety, consistent with identified local, state, and federal policies and procedures
• Maintain appropriate records which indicate student progress and meet college grading requirements
• Follow disciplinary procedures, as prescribed in college policy, and deal consistently and fairly with all students
• Participate in professional development activities and staff development in the assigned instructional area and technical field
• Maintain a comprehensive knowledge of their area and relate specific applications to industry
• Develop and maintain industry and community support for medical assisting programs by convening advisory committee meetings and maintaining contact with industry for externship placement and follow-up activities
• Maintain regular office hours
• Regular and satisfactory attendance and punctuality; other duties as assigned
• Develop and assess program curriculum, and educational outcomes
• Perform advising, recruiting and retention activities
• Take part in college accreditation, program review, and college committees as specified in the faculty bargained agreement
• Perform other professional activities as approved by the dean

QUALIFICATIONS

• Associates Degree
• Current Certified Medical Assistant or Registered Medical Assistant
• Ability to demonstrate a minimum of two years experience in healthcare and 40 hours performing observing MA duties in an ambulatory care setting
• Familiarity with managed care, capitation, and various insurance billing methods
• Valid First Aid, CPR, and Blood-borne Pathogens Certificate

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS

• Bachelor’s degree in any discipline
• Recent teaching experience in post-secondary and /or vocational/technical education, including traditional classroom, individualized lab instruction, and collaborative group activities
• Excellent communication skills and ability to function as an effective team member
• Experience in writing program curriculum
• Evidence of recent professional development activity

SUPPLEMENTAL INFORMATION

Compensation & Work Schedule This position is for the 2024-2025 Academic year and begins September 2024. Placement on the faculty salary schedule is based on an individual assessment of education and experience. This positions ranges from $74,028-$87,146 per year; salary is for an academic year (173 days) and as may be adjusted according to the faculty bargained agreement. Summer quarter employment may be available based on student enrollment. This is a full-time, Annual Renewable position with the possibility of converting to tenure track. BenefitsMedical, Dental, Vision, Life, Disability and other insurance benefits are provided as currently administered under Public Employees Benefits Board, State Retirement Plan and a Deferred Compensation Plan; sick leave accrues at 1 day effective upon employment. We also offer 4 paid personal days effective upon employment. Full time, faculty employees have access to bereavement leave, employee assistance program, free tuition, reduced child care costs at our Early Learning Center, reduced Bus Fare, professional development opportunities and more! For further details on the benefits offered at LWTech, please visit: https://www.lwtech.edu/about/human-resources/benefits/%C2%A0 Conditions of Employment

• Official transcripts/certifications will be required upon employment
• Other conditions that may apply will be detailed upon the offer of employment
• Job offers are contingent upon successful completion of background/reference checks

Physical RequirementsAbility to perform range of physical motions; lifting and carrying; standing, walking, sitting for long periods of time, kneeling, squatting, and stooping; and traversing up and down stairs.Disability Accommodation LWTech follows the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and provides the following information as a guideline for applicants:
• Ability to operate office equipment
• Ability to read and verify data and prepare various materials
• Ability to exchange information on the phone or in person

Eligibility VerificationIf you are hired, you will need proof of identity, and documentation of U.S. citizenship or legal authorization to workEqual Employment Opportunity StatementLake Washington Institute of Technology is an equal opportunity employer. Women and minority groups are strongly encouraged to apply. Lake Washington Institute of Technology does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, national origin, sex, disability, age, religion, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, creed, disabled veteran status, marital status or Vietnam-era veteran status in is programs and activities. Questions regarding the College’s Affirmative Action Policy may be directed to Meena Park, Vice President of Human Resources, Affirmative Action Office/Title IX Coordinator, (425) 739-8212.Jeanne Clery StatementNotice of Availability of Annual Security and Fire Safety Report: In compliance with the 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, Lake Washington Institute of Technology(LWTech) reports the mandated information about current campus policies concerning safety and security issues, the required statistics, and other related information for the past three (3) calendar years. LWTech’s Annual Safety Report (ASR) is available online at https://www.lwtech.edu/about/campus-safety/.To obtain a paper copy of the report, please visit the LWTech Safety Department located in the East Building at 11605 132nd Avenue NE Kirkland, WA 98034. Pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or is currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant’s current or past employers. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who does not complete this form. CORRECTIONS OR EXTENDED NOTICES

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