Who We AreWe are the largest community college in Colorado, enrolling close to 28,000 credit students annually. We were one of 30 colleges in the initial American Association of Community Colleges Pathways Project, recently selected as a "Most Promising Place to Work" in Diverse Magazine, and profiled as one of six top community colleges for transfer student success in a recent Aspen Institute publication. Our online learning program has twice been listed recently as one of the top 10 community college online programs in the country. We have strong commitments to student success and to inclusion, equity, and diversity. We are actively seeking to hire a workforce that matches our student community. We are an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution and expect to reach HSI status by 2024 or 2025. We have worked hard to create a culture of collaboration, innovation, and pride and seek people who share those values and our commitments to student success and equity. At FRCC, we transform lives through excellence in teaching and learning. Pillars of our approach include: Inclusive learning environments; Active student engagement; Robust instructional content; Meaningful assessment; and Continuous improvement.Who You AreAs a part-time instructor in the Medical Assisting Department you provide instruction in all levels, including developmental and/or transfer levels. Course assignments will be made based on experience. You work individually, as well as in collaboration with colleagues, to develop innovative curriculum which meets the needs of our diverse population of students. Student retention and success is your top priority. You will utilize technology and effective teaching strategies to develop students' critical thinking skills.You may be asked to teach at different times, locations and modalities to meet the needs of the College. SELECTION PROCESS: This is an open applicant pool. Applicants will be contacted based on the needs of the College. Preliminary screening will be made on the basis of completed application package submitted by candidate. Completed application package includes: A resume; A letter of interest; A copy of official transcripts; A one-page statement of your teaching philosophy; and A list of courses and the semesters you have taught.Please note: This is an on-campus position. You need to be a Colorado resident on your first day of employment. All qualified candidates will remain in a talent pool for future consideration and need to be residents of Colorado by the first day of employment.SALARY: The pay range for Part-Time Instructors varies, depending on the type of course, the contact ratio and contact hours, as well as your level of education and years of teaching. Please refer to our Part-Time Instructor Pay Matrix for detailed information. BENEFITS: Part-Time Instructors will have their hours measured on an annual basis to determine eligibility to enroll in medical health insurance only for the following benefit period. (See: Instructor & Variable Hour Employee Benefit Information).
Primary Duties
Participate in curriculum development Provide instruction and hands-on training related to the course contentPrepare for classroom lecture and hands-on activities as neededFollow department procedures for grading and student evaluationEvaluate student performance and document skill proficienciesMonitor students in the classroom and insure safety precautions are followedEnsure related clinical supplies and equipment are up-to-date and available Multiple classes are available. Knowledge and experience in the following areas is preferred:- Anatomy & Physiology.- Administrative Medical assisting including basic billing, coding and insurance.- Clinical skills including EKG, wound care, GYN procedures, vital signs, medication administration and immunizations.- Laboratory Skills including phlebotomy and point-of-care testing.
Qualifications
REQUIRED EDUCATIONMAP 110, 120, 138, 140, 150,183,189A related Associates (or relevant current industry license or certification) and 4000 verified occupational/industry hours within 5 years;OR, a related Bachelor's or any Master's degree with 18 discipline related credits and 4000 verified occupational/industry hours within 5 years.MAP 110, 120Related Degree, Credential, and/or Occupational Experience: Health Care Administration degree, Certified billing and coding specialist, 1 year of previous work as a health care office manager, health care supervisor, or owner/operator of a health care facility, or holds, have held/or is eligible to hold one of the following credentials: Nationally Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CCMA), Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC), Nurse Practitioner (NP), Physician Assistant (PA-C), Medical Doctor (MD), Certified Nurse Midwife, Registered Nurse (RN), Limited Practice Nurse (LPN).MAP 138, 140, 150, 183, 189Related Degree, Credential, and/or Occupational Experience: Holds, have held/or is eligible to hold one of the following credentials: Nationally Certified Medical Assistant (NCMA), Registered Medical Assistant (RMA), Certified Medical Assistant (CMA), Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CCMA), Clinical Medical Assistant Certification (CMAC), Nurse Practitioner (NP), Physician Assistant (PA-C), Medical Doctor (MD), Certified Nurse Midwife, Registered Nurse (RN), Limited Practice Nurse (LPN).REQUIRED EXPERIENCERegistered/Certified Medical Assistant or holds a degree in a field that is applicable to the courses taught.Two (2) years (4,000 hours) work experience relating to the field in the last 5 yearsApplicant may use Teaching Experience for occupational experience if they have a related degree, correct number of occupational hours but the hours are older than 5 or 7 years AND they have been teaching in the content area. For full time applicants - 3 years full time teaching can substitute for the recent occupational hours provided the hours can be documented at some point in the career. For part time applicants - 6 years part time teaching can substitute.Welcoming. Respectful. Inclusive. Together, we are FRCC.
Part-Time InstructorsPart-Time Instructors are eligible for sick leave. You will earn 1 hour of sick leave for every 30 hours worked. To learn more about sick leave, please visit System Procedure 3-60b.RetirementFRCC employees contribute to Colorado PERA, which provides retirement and other benefits to employees of more than 500 government agencies and public entities in the state of Colorado. PERA is the 21st largest public pension plan in the United States and is a substitute for Social Security; FRCC employees do not contribute to Social Security. PERA eligible employees are required to contribute a fixed percentage of their salary to the pension. Student employees are not eligible to participate in PERA.FRCC and the State of Colorado also offer three tax-deferred supplemental investment plans, including 401(k), 403(b) and 457 plans.Employee Assistance ProgramOur employee assistance program (EAP) services are available to you and your household members at no cost through the Colorado State Employee Assistance Program (C-SEAP). These confidential services offered to support the wellbeing of both you and your family members include counseling, professional coaching, webinars, mediation, financial assistance, and more. For more information, please visit .BenefitHubAs a State of Colorado employee, you will have access to the BenefitHub website where you will find a variety of local and national discounts.Medical InsuranceVariable hour employees will have their hours measured on an annual basis to determin elibility to enroll in medical health insurance. To learn more, please visit CCCS Employee Benefits and read this year's Instructor & Variable Hour Employee Benefit Information.