Centura College · 1 day ago
Lead Medical Assistant Instructor
Norfolk, VA
Full-time
Onsite
Mid, Senior Level
$29/hr - $29/hr
3+ years expCentura College is a premier provider of hands-on technical and career training, offering programs in Allied Health and Skilled Trades. The Lead Instructor is responsible for coordinating the Medical Assistant program, overseeing daily operations, advising students, and ensuring compliance with educational requirements.
Higher Education
Responsibilities
Coordinate all aspects of the program, including overseeing daily operations
Conduct faculty meetings and participate in educational conferences, professional training and seminars, as well as staff/department meetings
Advise students on academic and behavioral problems
Hire and terminate instructors in coordination and communications with the Campus Director of Education and Campus Executive Director
Review and verify instructor files
Process student evaluations, grades, and all other required reports and documentation
Assign class and teaching schedules
Follow students for Rates of Progress and GPAs, including all documentation
Oversee maintenance of the inventory of department supplies and submit requests for purchases to Campus Executive Director for replenishment of supplies, as needed
Attend and conduct in‐service training seminars, as required
Advise students regarding attendance and academic progress and concerns, including written documentation
Act as advisor to retain 'at‐risk' students
Ensure that all programs are operating under all Department of Education and Accrediting Commission requirements
Complete instructor and course content evaluations on a regular and timely basis
Assist the corporate office in curriculum development and preparation of course materials
Acquire qualified substitute instructors when necessary
Act as a substitute instructor when no other instructor can be located
Oversee maintenance for all equipment used by students
Responsible for all student action notifications in CampusNexus (attendance probation, drops, restarts, LOAs, and transfers)
Return student/instructor phone calls daily
Perform student exit interviews every module
Handle all student grievances
Additional duties as assigned by the Director of Education or Campus Executive Director
Directly supervises all instructors within the specific program
Qualification
Required
Must possess at minimum a High School Diploma or GED
Must have a minimum of 3 years related practical work experience in the subject matter
Must demonstrate an up-to-date knowledge and continuing study of the subject matter
Must present a professional image and conduct him/herself in the same manner
Must be able to communicate with staff, faculty, and students
Must work well under pressure
Must possess skillful attention to detail
Must possess excellent computer skills
Demonstrate a high level of integrity, strong work ethic, and professionalism
Persuasive and effective verbal and written communication skills, with a strong focus on customer service in an educational setting
Highly motivated and goal‐oriented, with strong problem‐solving skills
Must be able to work independently and as a collaborative team member and have exceptional interpersonal skills
Excellent computer skills are required with proficiency in MS Office applications including, but not limited to, Word, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, and Teams
Ability and willingness to work outside of regular work shifts, including evenings and/or weekends as necessary or as requested by Supervisor
Ability and willingness to travel locally and/or overnight for business purposes
RMA or CCMA certification
Basic Life Support (BLS) current or within 6 months of hire date
Preferred
Training or degree program in the subject matter field preferred
Benefits
401(k) with company match
Comprehensive health, dental, and vision insurance
Life insurance options
Paid parental leave
Paid time off (PTO) to promote work-life balance
Tuition reimbursement for continued education
Employee Assistance Program (EAP) for personal and professional support
Company
Centura College
Centura College, Virginia Beach is a school in Virginia Beach.
Founded in 1983Virginia Beach, Virginia, USA
1001-5000 employees
Funding
Current Stage
Late StageRecent News
Business Wire
2025-10-21
The Virginian-Pilot
2025-02-15
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