Rasmussen University·Mokena, Illinois
Adjunct faculty are responsible for delivering instruction, supervising students in clinical or lab settings, and maintaining consistent communication regarding student performance. They also participate in programmatic meetings, committee work, and ongoing professional development to ensure academic excellence.
Do you have a passion for Surgical Technology and desire to share this with others entering this critical field? Rasmussen University is currently seeking dynamic Part-Time Adjunct instructors to teach within the Medical Assisting program.
Our teaching roles allow you the ability to continue working in field while exploring the world of Academia and engaging the next generation of Medical Assistants. Our Medical Assisting courses provide the knowledge and clinical skills critical for students to be successful in this field.
No prior teaching experience is necessary; training is provided!
Reporting Relationships: Adjunct Faculty will report to an Academic Dean
The essential function of the position include, but are not limited to the following tasks, duties, and responsibilities consistent with the function. The employee is expected to perform all other duties as requested, directed, and/or assigned. Adjunct faculty will be assigned up to 3 work units per academic quarter.
Bachelor's degree in Medical Assisting or related healthcare field
CMA with 2+ years of experience working in ambulatory, outpatient, or clinic setting
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RMA, NCMA, CCMA, LPN or RN with 3+ years of ambulatory, outpatient, clinic, or hospital setting experience that included performing phlebotomy and administrative duties
Rasmussen University follows the requirements set by the Department of Education, accrediting agencies, and the states in which the campuses operate.
Must be able to provide professional licenses/certifications required for specialized schools (Health Sciences, Nursing) before teaching. License must be active and unencumbered.
Clinical faculty must adhere to Rasmussen University’s policy on faculty immunizations and provide proper documentation
Must be able to provide official transcripts for each degree earned from an accredited institution before teaching.
Benefits: & Compensation:
Rasmussen University offers a robust total rewards program that includes a competitive compensation and benefits program. These offerings are meant to support your well-being, offer recognition opportunities and provide personal and career growth resources and support.
Our defined compensation structure is market competitive and is built to reward performance.
Our Residential Part-Time (Adjunct) Instructor roles have individual assignment responsibilities that may vary from classroom instruction, simulation and skills labs, as well as off-site clinicals.
Compensation for these roles is determined based on the workload (Work Unit) associated with the specific course assignment.
Those selected for these roles can expect a reasonable estimate of the current pay to be $1,700.00 per full-term Work Unit.
We take a number of factors into account when determining individual starting pay, including but not limited to: job and level hired into, location, skill set; experience and training; peer compensation and other business and organizational needs.
This range is subject to change.
Pay is just one component of our total rewards package.
Our part-time employees are eligible for our 401(K) retirement plan with employer matching, paid sick leave, a robust learning management system and individual development planning.
We also offer continuing education benefits for part-time employees comprised of a tuition reduction on courses taken within our family of brands.
In addition, Rasmussen University believes that a diverse and inclusive workplace fosters creativity, innovation, and overall success.
We are committed to supporting an environment where everyone feels valued, respected, and empowered to contribute their unique perspectives.
Rasmussen University, a university accredited by the Higher Learning Commission, an institutional accreditation agency recognized by the U.S.
Department of Education (www.hlcommission.org [http://www.hlcommission.org]), is dedicated to changing lives and the communities it serves through innovative educational programs.
As a pioneer in career-focused education since 1900, the University is defining a new generation of higher education that focuses on competency-based education, technology and transferable skills.
Rasmussen offers undergraduate and graduate programs online and in person at 20 campuses around the country.
The University is designed to lift and support its students every step of the way, from each student’s first credential to their last.
Rasmussen is dedicated to global enrichment, serving the underserved, and meeting the evolving needs of diverse students, communities, and economies.
Rasmussen encourages its students, faculty, and staff to strive for academic excellence, community enrichment and service to the public good.
Rasmussen is a wholly owned subsidiary of American Public Education, Inc. (Nasdaq: APEI).
For more information about Rasmussen University, please visit www.rasmussen.edu [http://www.rasmussen.edu].
It is the policy of Rasmussen University to afford equal opportunity to all qualified persons. We treat all qualified individuals equally as to their recruitment, hiring, assignments, advancements, compensation, and all other terms and conditions of employment. Rasmussen University does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, sex, age, national origin, sexual orientation, or physical, mental, or sensory disability, or any other characteristic protected by law.
Candidates must hold a Bachelor's degree in Medical Assisting or a related healthcare field, along with relevant professional certifications such as CMA, RMA, NCMA, CCMA, LPN, or RN. A minimum of 2-3 years of experience in a clinical or ambulatory setting is required, and teaching experience is preferred.
Market context
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