Full-time Medical Assistant Instructor (grant-funded)

POSITION DESCRIPTION: In accordance with the Mission and Values of Southwestern Illinois College, the successful applicant will serve as an instructor in the Medical Assistant program. As an instructor, the individual will teach Medical Assistant courses in both the traditional and computerized environment, assist the program coordinator with program operations, accreditation standards, and the clinical education components of the program. As faculty, the individual will be responsible for the continued development, implementation, and overall effectiveness of the educational courses/curriculum with Medical Assistant faculty and evaluation of student performance. The individual will collaborate with Medical Assistant faculty to evaluate the effectiveness of instruction in each of the programs. Opportunities exist for participation in professional development activities and service on departmental, divisional, and/or college-wide committees.

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. Associate’s degree in Medical Assistant required, Bachelor’s degree in related field, preferred.
2. Current certification to practice as a Medical Assistant in the State of Illinois (or the ability to obtain such a license prior to the start of official employment) is required. Additional certification in Phlebotomy preferred.
3. Three (3) years of professional experience minimum in a healthcare facility.
4. Must meet and continue to maintain professional standards established by the program’s accrediting agencies, including Commission on Accrediting of Allied Health Education Programs.
5. Prior teaching experience in an accredited Medical Assistant program is preferred.
6. Strong communication, organization, interpersonal, and advising skills.
7. Knowledge of and ability to use personal computers, applicable software, and Internet is required.
8. Ability to meet, successfully complete and maintain minimum health requirements, drug and/or reference checks required by the college, program accreditation and/or clinical facilities prior to and throughout employment.
9. Shall meet the minimum standards of instruction establish by the Administration and the Board of Trustees for any assigned courses
10. A valid driver’s license is required.

SALARY: This is a nine-month teaching position with the salary determined by placement on the base salary schedule. For example, the minimum 2026-2027 starting salary at Step 1 on the below Master’s Degree column is $50,461. The actual starting salary is determined by educational attainment level and experience. Voluntary overload and summer teaching assignments may also be available which may increase the annual compensation. The college offers a comprehensive flexible benefit program.

BENEFITS AND PERKS: Benefit availability and eligibility may vary from the summary listed below. Please visit www.swic.edu for more information.

• Eligibility for comprehensive medical, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance plans beginning date of hire
• Retirement savings plan through State Universities Retirement System of Illinois and voluntary 403(b) and 457(b) savings plan
• Eligibility for paid leave including holidays and sick leave
• Educational incentives including Reduced Tuition at Southwestern Illinois College and Tuition Reimbursement

WORK LOCATION: Medical Assistant instructional responsibilities at the East St. Louis campus with district-wide instructional/clinical responsibilities. Driving may be required to reach off-campus sites, visit clinical facilities throughout the region and to attend professional functions within the state of Illinois.

APPLICATION DEADLINE: See online job posting for close date.

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