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Position Information

Posting Number F/A140169 Position Title Adjunct Instructor - Medical Assisting Program Department Nursing, Health and Public Services Division Academic Affairs Classification Adjunct Union/Non Union Union Full Time / Part Time? Part Time Temporary? No Posting Detail Information

Posting Date 04/10/2019 Closing Date 04/30/2019 Open Until Filled No Special Instructions to Applicants

For full consideration, unofficial transcripts for the required degree (if applicable) must be attached and submitted at the time of application.

All offers of employment are contingent upon the following:

• Post-offer, satisfactory results of pre-employment background check
• Post-offer, satisfactory results of pre-employment Drug Screening for employees that are new to the College
• Post-offer, satisfactory results of pre-employment physical exam in circumstances where the nature of the work renders it appropriate or where Federal law or regulation requires

Advertising Summary

Would you like to work for one of the first choices of employment?

Do you want to be part of a strategic organization?

One that prides itself on educating our future workforce.

Tucked in the middle of a wildlife preserve, bridging the banks of a lake and surrounded by its own Arboretum, Joliet Junior College is an educational community that embraces diversity and promotes personal growth. Each year, more than 35,000 students find the diverse, comprehensive high quality educational experience they are looking for at JJC. We hope that you will take a few minutes to explore the job opportunities we have available and consider becoming a part of this experience.

The recruitment of qualified and diverse faculty and staff is the cornerstone of JJC’s commitment to an innovative, collaborative and inclusive educational community. At JJC, we respect the wealth of knowledge and experience each of our employees brings to the workplace.

Link to Human Resources website

http://www.jjc.edu/about-jjc/college-leadership/administration/human-resources

Job Description

POSITION TITLE: ADJUNCT INSTRUCTOR, Medical Assisting
STATUS:Adjunct
DEPARTMENT: Nursing, Health and Public Services
DIVISION: Academic Affairs
UNION:Adjunct
CLASSIFICATION: Exempt
REPORTS TO:Department Chair
PLACEMENT: Faculty
MINIMUM PAY RATE:Refer to current adjunct faculty contract

Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.
The student population at the college is diverse in ethnicity, gender, language, age and background. Joliet Junior College is an AA/EO employer and strongly encourages applications from candidates who would enhance the diversity of its staff.
POSITION SUMMARY
Adapt to new and changing situations and demonstrate a positive attitude. Demonstrate respect for students; understand learning styles and apply understanding to institution-related activities; demonstrate integrity and promote diversity and open communications. Position is subject to all terms and provisions of the Joliet Junior College adjunct faculty contract. Course assignments may be late afternoon, evening, Saturday, and at branch campuses or satellite centers.
ESSENTIAL JOB DUTIES AND KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
1.Provide in-class instruction/lecture and hands-on training that meets the program and course objectives. (In two-four hour sessions)
2.Participate in course development, assessment, accreditation, and planning activities.
3.Be willing to teach online and/or blended courses.
4.Comply with departmental curriculum, grading standards, attendance policies, textbook choices, and assessments, and other established processes.
5.Return college reports, credentials, and other requested documentation in a timely manner; effectively communicate with appropriate staff and chair.
6.Comply with all legal and ethical obligations, including FERPA, ADA, and other regulatory legislations. Communicate discrepancies to appropriate officials.
7.Possess and maintain a thorough knowledge of the subject matter necessary to the assigned course load; and keep informed of current trends in the medical assisting field and health care.
8.Demonstrate strong understanding and commitment to the community college mission.
9.Teach classes during non-traditional times (evenings and weekends) and at clinical and other campus sites as needed.
10.Meet other contractual obligations as spelled out in the Joliet Junior College adjunct faculty contract.
11.Participate in appropriate departmental meetings.
12.Demonstrate a strong commitment to teaching and learning.
13.Perform other duties as assigned.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS
1.Graduate of accredited Medical Assisting, or related program recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA) in Medical Assisting, or related field, and hold at least an associate degree; or Graduate of otherwise recognized training entity in Medical Assisting, or related field, and hold at least an associate degree; or; Graduate of institution located outside of the United States and its territories in Medical Assisting, or related field, and hold at least an associate degree.
2.Additionally, the faculty member possesses three (3) years of occupational experience in Medical Assisting or related field;
3.Hold a current certification or other credential from AAMA, AMT, NCCT, or NHA.
4.Excellent oral, written, and interpersonal skills.
PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS
1.Teaching experience at the collegiate level.
2.Experience at the community college level.
3.Experience in teaching online and/or using course management programs.
4.Experience with traditional and non-traditional students from diverse backgrounds.

PHYSICAL DEMANDS
1.Standard classroom equipment and software.
2.Standard hospital equipment and software.

WORKING CONDITIONS
1.Classroom, skills lab, and simulation teaching environment.
2.Clinical/hospital units.

Application Procedures: “Apply to this Job at employment.jjc.edu”

All offers of employment are contingent upon the following: • Satisfactory results of a background check
• Post-offer, pre-employment Drug Screening for employees that are new to the College
• Post-offer, pre-employment physical exam in circumstances where the nature of the work renders it appropriate or where Federal law or regulation requires

Joliet Junior College is an equal opportunity/affirmative action college supporting diversity.

ANNUAL CLERY SAFETY REPORT (ASR) NOTICE FIRE SAFETY REPORT (FSA) and MISSING PERSON POLICY (MPP) FOR STUDENTS RESIDING IN “ON CAMPUS” STUDENT HOUSING
Joliet Junior College is committed to assisting members of the JJC community in providing for their own safety and security. The annual CLERY security compliance document along with the Fire Safety Report (FSR) and the Missing Person Policy (MPP) for students residing in “on campus” student housing is available at the JJC Police Department website :
www.jjc.edu/cleryreport

If you would like to receive the ASR, FSR or MPP in booklet form, you may stop by the Campus Police Department located on Main Campus in G 1013 or call Campus Police at 815-280-2234. The website and booklet contain information regarding campus security and personal safety such as crime prevention and reporting, police law enforcement authority, disciplinary procedures and other related security policies. They also contain information about crime statistics for the three previous years for all JJC campuses, property owned and controlled by JJC District 525 and on public property immediately adjacent to JJC campuses.

This information is required by law and is made available by the Joliet Junior College Police Department.

Supplemental Questions

Required fields are indicated with an asterisk (*).

1. * Do you have an Associates degree (or higher) in Medical Assisting or related field?
   • Yes
   • No
2. * Are you currently certified or registered as a Medical Assistant?
   • Yes
   • No
3. * Do you have at least (3) years of non-teaching related work experience in the clinical and administrative areas of medical assisting?
   • Yes
   • No
4. * Do you have expertise in appropriate technologies for instruction?
   • Yes
   • No
5. * Are you able and willing to work evening as needed?
   • Yes
   • No
6. * Do you have a demonstrated commitment to teaching and learning?
   • Yes
   • No
7. * Do you have teaching experience at the collegiate level?
   • Yes
   • No
8. * Do you have experience at the community college level?
   • Yes
   • No
9. * Do you have any experience with traditional and non-traditional students from diverse backgrounds?
   • Yes
   • No
10. * Do you have any experience in teaching online and/or using course management programs?
    • Yes
    • No

Applicant Documents Required Documents

1. Resume
2. Cover Letter
3. Unofficial Transcripts

Optional Documents

1. Other Document
2. Certification or License