Medical Assistant Program Director

About The Job

Fortis College in Cincinnati is seeking an experienced, highly motivated Program Director for the Medical Assisting program.  If you possess a desire to help others succeed, this is an opportunity for you to positively impact the lives and careers of our students and graduates.

Fortis offers educational programs that equip students with real-life career skills in high-demand occupations, leading to employment upon graduation and a lifetime of professional growth.

Job Description

We are seeking an energetic and enthusiastic leader to manage the[add program name] program. This is a full-time, professional position reporting directly to the Dean/Director of Education. As the leader of the program, the Program Director is responsible for managing the department using sound business principles and ensuring compliance with all regulatory, accreditation, and company policies and procedures. This position requires some evening and Saturday hours.

The Program Director teaches in his/her assigned discipline, works with faculty to promote continuous improvement of the quality of instruction within the assigned program(s), is the lead administrator for the department, and, as such, is responsible for faculty training and development, coordinating and administering the academic program(s) and student outcomes and activities within the department.

Qualifications

• Completion of a Medical Assistant program resulting in a Certificate of Completion or Diploma; an associate degree preferred
• An Associate degree is required
• Expertise in interpersonal and verbal presentation/written communication skills. 
• Ability to provide effective direction and leadership, and work effectively and collaboratively with others.
• Minimum of 5 years of experience as a Medical Assistant in a Clinical Setting
• Prior postsecondary-related teaching experience of at least 2 years.
• Certifications:
• CMA and/or
• RMA and/or
• CCMA