## Position Overview
Wisconsin Indianhead Technical College is seeking a learning-focused, creative, and dynamic individual to teach Medical Administrative Specialist Program coursework at the Rice Lake Campus. This position reports to the Divisional Dean of Business and is responsible for providing instruction to individuals seeking employment in the healthcare industry as medical administrative specialists, medical office specialists, medical secretaries, and other related fields. Primary responsibilities include instruction, learner assessment, curriculum improvement, and program promotion/recruitment.
## Required Core Abilities:
WITC seeks to employ individuals with talent, commitment, enthusiasm, strong interpersonal skills and the ability to:
* Assess own learning and progress toward established personal and professional goals.
* Demonstrate creativity, critical thinking, and problem-solving skills.
* Communicate effectively in personal and group settings.
* Contribute to a diverse, respectful, and inclusive working and learning environment.
* Effect change and demonstrate flexibility and positive leadership.
* Acquire and apply technology to working and learning.
## Qualifications:
Required Qualifications
1. Bachelor’s degree* in Business Education, Business Administration or related.
2. Two years (4,000 hours) of occupational experience in medical office management.
3. Candidates must meet Wisconsin Technical College System instructor certification requirements for Medical Administrative Specialist. For certification information, access the WTCS certification page at:
http://mywtcs.wtcsystem.edu/student-success/certification-occupational-documents/business-programs
Preferred Qualifications
1. Master’s degree* in Business Education, Business Administration or related.
2. Teaching experience preferred.
3. Curriculum development experienced preferred.
4. Experience using alternative instructional delivery methods preferred.
*Readable transcripts are required at time of application.
## Job Description
Learner Success
* Facilitates learning for all students
* Accommodates a variety of learning styles
* Embeds diversity in classroom activities
* Uses a variety of instructional delivery modes.
* Incorporates appropriate teaching methods and technologies in the learning process
* Assesses learners in a variety of ways
* Uses a variety of assessment methods and tools including but not limited to performance assessments, skills checklists, writing assignments, tests, quizzes, group work, partner activities, short- and long-term projects, and employment portfolios
* Documents assessment of learner achievement, core abilities, course competencies, and program outcomes
Partners with learners
* Helps learners define and achieve their academic and career goals
* Provides academic advising for learners
* Demonstrates support for student clubs and organizations
* Writes course-appropriate curricula
* Continually improves course content that reflects course competencies as well as current workplace practices
* Develops and updates learning opportunities that reflect WITC’s Learning College tenets
* Collaborates with colleagues from all disciplines to ensure a multi-disciplinary approach and perspective to teaching and learning
* Researches and selects textbooks, library resources, software, and other learning materials
* Develops, implements, and annually updates an Individualized Learning Plan
* Stays current in area(s) of teaching
* Continues education and training in area(s) of teaching in accordance with accrediting commission, agencies, and professional associations
* Includes industry work experience, job shadowing, and/or participation in professional or trade organizations
Operational Effectiveness
* Manages learning environments in a manner consistent with college policies and procedures
* Distributes to learners, and places on file, an up-to-date syllabus for each course
* Records and submits grades
* Maintains other records as required
* Communicates using e-mail, voice mail, and/or on-line postings
* Monitors condition and safety of classrooms and labs and reports needed maintenance and repairs
* Solicits quotations and bids and procures supplies and equipment
* Assists in student recruitment and job placement activities
* Participates in campus promotional activities such as open houses and career days
Partnerships
* Partners with the Dean in fulfilling the mission, vision, and values of the College
* Collaborates in the scheduling of classes
* Assumes an active role in the assessment of own professional performance
* Participates actively in campus, college-wide, regional, and state teams and committees
* Participates in operational planning processes
* Recruits, constructs, and annually consults with advisory committees and business partners
* Serves on selection committees to hire new staff
* Mentors other faculty
* Fosters the college’s community relationships
* Promotes relationships with other colleges and universities
* Promotes relationships with area business and industry
## Special Instructions to Applicants:
Your application will be considered complete when we have received a completed online application, a cover letter addressing all of the qualifications for this position, a resume, and original or readable copies of official or unofficial college transcripts. If you have noted an educational degree on your application, WITC requests transcripts to support your degree. Official transcripts are required prior to an offer of employment.
Please mail transcripts, if unable to scan, to Human Resources:
WITC
505 Pine Ridge Drive
Shell Lake WI 54871
*Posting Number:* 2010361
*Position Title:* Medical Administrative Specialist Instructor @ WITC Rice Lake *2015*
*Position Type:* Faculty
*Department:* Business Division
*Posting Date:* 03/11/2015
*Testing Place:* No applicant testing required for this position.
*Closing Date:* 03/31/2015
*Open Until Filled:* No
*Weeks per year:* 41
*Hours per week:* 35
*Salary Hiring Range:* Baccalaureate $46,495-$54,528/year Masters $50,753-$59,976/year
*Benefit Information:* Detailed information online at: http://www.witc.edu/jobscontent/pdfs/benefits/FacultyBenefitsSummary.pdf