Down East Community Hospital·Machias, Maine
Responsible for training students in medical assisting through a combination of classroom instruction, laboratory work, and clinical practice. Duties include developing lesson plans, assessing student performance, and coordinating clinical placements.
Description Teaches clinical procedures and patient care to future medical assistants. Prepares students for entry-level employment and national certification exams (like the CCMA or CMA) by delivering both classroom instruction and hands-on training.
Minimum of 3 to 5 years of clinical experience in a healthcare setting including practical experience in patient care, administrative tasks, and laboratory procedures. Possess a valid RN, LPN or CMA License Comprehensive understanding of healthcare practices, as well as excellent teaching skills.
Certified Medical Assistant Instructors are responsible for training students in all aspects of medical assisting, using a combination of classroom instruction, lab work, and clinical practice. Their duties and responsibilities include: Developing and implementing lesson plans according to curriculum guidelines Teaching students about a variety of medical tasks, including drawing blood, administering injections, verifying medications and allergies, taking patient histories, and recording vital signs Providing instruction on administrative tasks such as scheduling appointments, maintaining patient records, and billing procedures Ensuring students are aware of and adhere to healthcare laws and ethics Assessing student performance through tests, assignments, and practical examinations Providing feedback and guidance to students to improve their skills and knowledge Coordinating with clinical sites to arrange student placements for practical experience Maintaining accurate student records and tracking student progress Assist students with CCMA test preparation Develop, tracking and maintain CMA, RMA and CCMA competencies through the hospital system. Cerner superuser Keeping up to date with developments in the field of medical assisting and updating course materials as necessary Ensuring classroom and lab equipment are kept in good working condition Clinical: Frequently lifts up to 35 pounds independently. Frequently pushes/pulls 100 pounds using mechanical and other assistive devices. Walks, stands, kneels, bends most of the time. Exhibits fine motor skills and manual dexterity necessary to perform the essential job functions of the position. Visual acuity correctable to 20/20. Color vision is necessary. Normal hearing acuity. EXPOSURE RISK Exposure Category I: Employee at risk for exposure to blood borne pathogens. QUALITY IMPROVEMENT
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