Allied Health Instructor - Mt Vernon, United States - Skagit Valley College

Description

Salary: $72, $97,091.00 Annually

Location : Mount Vernon, WA

Job Type: Faculty, Tenure-Track/Tenured

Job Number: F24-001

Department: Professional Technical Education

Opening Date: 03/07/2024

Position Summary

The Opportunity: Skagit Valley College (SVC) is seeking qualified equity-minded applicants for a full-time, tenure-track faculty position in the Allied Health Department. We are looking for a seasoned healthcare professional or an instructor experienced in medical education who is ready to help develop the next generation of professionals.

The successful candidate will demonstrate exceptional teaching skills including those needed to effectively teach in an online or hybrid environment, enthusiasm for the subject matter, an inclusive and equity-driven approach to teaching and learning, and innovative pedagogy and teaching strategies. Candidates should be able and excited to teach a variety of lecture and laboratory-based coursework in the department. Faculty at SVC respect and work effectively with diverse students, colleagues, staff, and others in a campus climate that promotes innovative and equity-minded teaching, a diverse learning environment, and a strong focus on improving student success rates and addressing systemic inequities in access and achievement for all students.

SVC Allied Health Faculty typically teach an equivalent of instructional units per quarter (3 classes) and College service. This position is expected to begin in Fall Quarter, September 2024.

Skagit Valley College's Medical Assistant program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) and is sponsored by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), the organization recognized as the national professional association for medical assistants. Upon graduation, our medical assistant students are eligible to sit for the national Medical Assistant Certification Examination to become nationally certified medical assistants (CMA).

Skagit Valley College's Pharmacy Technician Program is approved by the Washington State Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission and recognized by the Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB). Upon graduation, our pharmacy technician students are eligible to sit for the national Pharmacy Technician Certification Examination to become a nationally certified pharmacy technician (CPhT).

This position is based primarily at the Mount Vernon Campus; however, Instructors may be called upon to teach at the Whidbey Island Campus located in Oak Harbor.

SVC welcomes faculty with a commitment to excellence in teaching and the success of all students. We are committed to cultivating a welcoming and supportive learning environment for non-native English speakers and other diverse groups. In so doing, we offer our students and community not only the opportunity to learn about varied disciplines but to engage with diverse perspectives and ways of knowing and learning. Candidates representing all aspects of diversity are encouraged to apply.

About SVC: Established in 1926, Skagit Valley College is a comprehensive community college within the (SBCTC) providing associates and bachelor's degrees, as well as certificates, in high-quality academic transfer pathways, workforce training, basic education for adults, and lifelong learning opportunities. Our equity goals align with SBCTC's Vision statement; "Leading with racial equity, our colleges maximize student potential and transform lives within a culture of belonging that advances racial, social, and economic justice in service to our diverse communities."

SVC's commitment to equity and social justice drives our collective work to increase access to higher education, inspire student learning and achievement, and strengthen our diverse community. We embrace equity through our core themes of access, achievement, and community by pursuing the continuous examination and revision of norms, policies, and practices to foster the success of all.

SVC aspires to reflect the diverse racial, ethnic, and linguistic demographics in the district, particularly a growing Latinx population. As an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) SVC seeks equity-minded leadership, faculty, and staff that are committed to inclusive practices and diverse environments where students from all backgrounds can thrive via multidisciplinary collaboration and the implementation of an array of services.

Mission: Skagit Valley College cultivates student learning and achievement; contributes to the educational, personal, and economic success of students; and promotes equitable and thriving communities.

Vision: The primary focus of Skagit Valley College is student-centered teaching and learning. We are committed to:

• Equitable student outcomes in access, achievement, and community;
• Our Guiding Principles;
• Decisions based on strategy and evidence;
• The development of our employees;
• A diverse and inclusive college community where everyone belongs.

The Location: Skagit Valley College is on the traditional and unceded territories of the Coast Salish People's, especially on Swinomish Indian Tribal Community, Upper Skagit Indian Tribe, Samish Indian Nation, Nooksack Indian Tribe, and Sauk-Suiattle Indian Tribe. Located in a geographically diverse region between the dynamic metropolitan hubs of Seattle and Vancouver, BC, SVC is never far from world-class outdoor recreation, urban arts scenes, and local cultural events. SVC serves our local communities with a campus in Mount Vernon, Oak Harbor on Whidbey Island, and centers in Friday Harbor, a Marine Technology Center in Anacortes, and a Brewing Academy in Burlington.

Guiding Principles: Respect, Integrity, Open and Honest Communication, Collaboration,
and Compassion.

SVC welcomes faculty with a commitment to excellence in teaching and the success of all students. We are committed to cultivating a welcoming and supportive learning environment for non-native English speakers and other diverse groups. In so doing, we offer our students and community not only the opportunity to learn about varied disciplines but to engage with diverse perspectives and ways of knowing and learning. Candidates representing all aspects of diversity are encouraged to apply.

Did You Know: Skagit Valley College is an innovative community college committed to offering inclusive access to educational opportunities, supporting student achievement, and engaging our community. SVC is nationally known for learning communities and support for high-impact teaching practices that improve the lives of our students. We are committed to creating student learning experiences that foster equity and diversity to strengthen our local and global communities. We practice a high degree of collaboration among faculty, staff, and administrators to lead initiatives that advance student success and strengthen our increasingly diverse district. We value student and colleague engagement in creating an equitable, diverse, innovative, learning-centered environment.

Skagit Valley College offers:

• An unrelenting focus on our mission to improve the lives of our students and to strengthen our diverse community.
• Support for innovative teaching, learning, and scholarship.
• Exciting opportunities for personal and career growth.
• Diverse cultural and environmental benefits of rural, suburban, and urban lifestyles.
• Friendly, supportive, and diverse work environments.
• Excellent benefits include competitive leave packages and an array of health, dental, vision, and retirement plans to meet your current and future needs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality classroom instruction in Allied Health courses including but not limited to; all clinical medical assisting procedures within the medical assistant scope of practice; basic pharmacology; medical lab procedures; infection control, safety and emergency practices in the ambulatory medical facility; medical law and ethics as applied to the medical assistant scope of practice; anatomy & physiology; electronic medical records management; medical terminology and therapeutic patient communications;
• Provide high-quality classroom instruction in Allied Health courses including but not limited to; all pharmacy technician sterile and non-sterile compounding within the pharmacy technician scope of practice; pharmacy law; pharmacy terminology; applied pharmacology; sterile compounding; non-sterile compounding; dispensing of medications; records management;
• Maintain knowledge of the MAERB Core Curriculum and PTCB curriculum as well as the CAAHEP Standards and Guidelines as recommended by the medical assistant and Pharmacy Technician program directors;
• Provide all course artifacts, competency sheets, and documentation as requested by the program director for accreditation purposes;
• Engage in scholarly activities that complement and inform teaching;
• Use inclusive and effective teaching methods to support and to enhance learning for students inside and outside of the classroom;
• Create positive learning environment for diverse students, faculty and staff;
• Collaborate with faculty from other disciplines or fields to develop and to provide integrative learning experiences;
• Conduct ongoing development, assessment, and revision of curriculum that is responsive to local industry needs, reflects innovative pedagogy, and incorporates advances in the field of medical assistant and pharmacy technician;
• Advise students and serve as a resource for faculty colleagues and staff;
• Demonstrate multicultural understanding and foster equity;
• Develop quality programs through active engagement with industry and participation in strategic planning, in assessment of program outcomes, and in taking action to address gaps or opportunities;
• Participate in division/department and other college activities, including college governance, etc.;
• Assist in marketing the programs and participate in student recruitment activities;
• Actively participate in and develop effective working relationships with the medical assistant and pharmacy technician program advisory committees;
• Work with program advisory committee members and local employers to facilitate student externship placements and job opportunities for students enrolled in the programs.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge or understanding of:

• Impart excitement and enthusiasm into teaching of medical assisting and pharmacy technician;
• Demonstrate knowledge and familiarity with current theories, research, and practice in medical assisting and pharmacy technician;
• Develop innovative programming, curricula, and pedagogy that incorporate program and general education learning outcomes;
• Engage students through innovative instructional approaches including learning communities, service learning projects, contextualized learning, etc.;
• Practice and adopt teaching methods/styles that support successful learning appropriate to a diverse student population, including underprepared students;
• Adapt to a variety of teaching situations, including interdisciplinary learning communities, online and hybrid modalities, etc.;
• Express appropriate awareness of the history of underrepresented groups and promote an equitable work and learning environment;
• Work and interact effectively with colleagues, staff, students, administrators, and others of various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds;
• Act according to principles of integrity, respect, open and honest communication, and collaboration.

Qualifications

Minimum Qualifications:

• AAMA CMA (Certified Medical Assistant) or the ability to obtain one within six (6) months of hire;
• Candidate must have at least one (1) of the following:
  • Two (2) years of recent (within 5 years) experience working in a medical environment or in a healthcare setting as a clinical medical assistant;
  • OR
  • Two (2) years of recent (within 5 years) experience teaching in a medical assistant degree or associate program

Associate's degree.

Preferred Qualifications:

• WA state pharmacy technician credential and nationally certified from PTCB;
• Two (2) years of recent experience in the pharmacy industry or pharmacy educational environment as a pharmacy technician;
• Bachelor's Degree in Education, Allied Health, or a closely related field;
• Additional Industry Professional Certifications in EHR training, clinical skills training, BLS instructor, or mental health first aid;
• Experience showing increasing levels of responsibility as a lead or supervisor in the medical or pharmacy field;
• Knowledge of and experience in working with the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP), Pharmacy Quality Assurance Commission, and Pharmacy Technician Certification Board (PTCB);
• Knowledge of and experience in creating and revising course curriculum, learning outcomes, and class schedules;
• Experienced in securing and maintaining contracts with local employers for practicum placement of students in the Medical Assistant and Pharmacy Technician programs;
• Fluent in oral and written Spanish language;

Salary, Benefits, Conditions of Employment, Application Procedure

Salary and Benefits:

• Initial base annual salary placement for ranges from $72,818 to $97,091 for a standard 172-day contract. The College has a negotiated faculty wage scale in which placement on the salary structure is in accordance with the SVC Federation of Teachers Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• A standard 172-day contract is written annually for the period of September to June. Late contracts will be prorated on the basis of work days remaining in the contract year.
• This position is exempt from the overtime pay requirements of The Fair Labor Standards Act.
• This is a union-represented position subject to a Collective Bargaining Agreement. The College has a negotiated faculty wage scale in which placement on the salary structure is in accordance with the SVC Federation of Teachers Collective Bargaining Agreement.
• Salary, retirement, medical, and insurance benefits are provided in accordance with state regulations and may be subject to change in accordance with legislative mandates and collective bargaining agreements. Additional information on benefits can be found at

Conditions of Employment:

• Prior to employment, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position

Additionally, pursuant to RCW 28B , applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or are currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant's current or past employer. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who refuses to declare the existence or non-existence of an investigation or findings subject to this statute.

• In the interest of providing a healthy, safe, and secure educational and work environment, and in order to meet the requirements of federal legislation, it is the policy of Skagit Valley College to maintain an alcohol and drug-free workplace for our employees and students.
• If hired you will be required to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate authorization to work in this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1986.
• Completion of academic degree(s) will be verified through receipt of official transcripts at the time of hire.

Application Procedure:
To be considered for this position, applicants must:
1. Meet the minimum qualifications and;

2. Submit a complete application to the online recruitment system at that

includes the following:

• The online application, which includes answers to all supplemental questions and contact information for at least three (3) professional references;
• A current Curriculum Vitae; (Attachment: Curriculum Vitae)
• A letter of interest addressing the minimum, desired qualifications, and your education and experience as it supports the responsibilities of this position; (Attachment: Cover Letter).

In order to be considered for the position, you must complete the online application in full and attach the required supplemental documents. Failure to provide this information may eliminate you from consideration for this position.

Application Deadline: Priority screening date has been extended to April 14, 2024. Applications received on or before this date will receive first consideration. Applications received after the screening date may be considered until the position is filled.

Please be aware that the College hiring authorities reserve the right to hire one or more candidates and may exercise the option to make a hiring decision prior to the conclusion of the recruitment process. Only candidates selected to interview will be contacted.

Priority Screening Date: February 20, 2024

Interviews with Committee: TBD

Finalist Interviews: TBD

Selection: TBD

Application Assistance: If you have questions about the position or require special accommodation, you may contact Human Resources at , Monday through Thursday, 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Pacific Time. SVC complies with the Americans with Disabilities Act. Applicants with disabilities who require assistance with the recruitment process may leave a TDD/TTY message at by the application closing date. Information on SVC's Reasonable Accommodation policy can be found at

For questions regarding the online application system, you may call NEOGOV Applicant Tech Support at from 8:00 am to 5:00 pm Pacific Time. For best results, apply using one of the following browsers supported by NEOGOV: Google Chrome, Mozilla Firefox, Safari, Microsoft Edge, and later versions of Internet Explorer.

SVC Annual Security Report: The U.S. Department of Education and the federal Jeanne Clery Disclosure of Campus Security Policy and Crime Statistics Act require all colleges to provide information to current and prospective students and employees about campus safety policies, procedures, and statistics on certain crimes, including hate crimes, domestic violence, dating violence, stalking, and sexual assault. We are required to report our campus security information and statistics in an Annual Security Report, which is updated annually each October. All prospective employees may obtain a copy of the Annual Security Report from the Human Resources Office by calling or by accessing the Report at:

Skagit Valley College is an equal opportunity employer and is committed to providing equitable opportunities for all groups in terms and conditions of employment and personnel practices.

Skagit Valley College provides a drug-free environment and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, religion, national origin, sex, sexual orientation, and/or gender identity, pregnancy, genetic information, age, marital status, disability, honorably discharged veteran or military status in its programs and employment. For inquiries regarding non-discrimination policies, contact Carolyn Tucker, Vice President of Human Resources/EEO, or For inquiries regarding sexual misconduct compliance, contact Title IX Coordinator, Sandy Jordan, or Mailing address: 2405 E. College Way, Mount Vernon, WA All faculty and staff hired at Skagit Valley College are encouraged to embrace, continually support, and enhance diversity and equity on our campus and in our community.

Why work at Skagit Valley College?

Nestled between the Cascade Mountains and Puget Sound in the northwest corner of Washington State, Skagit Valley College offers a unique and highly regarded transfer curriculum and professional-technical programs that respond to the workforce needs of the region. The College celebrates diversity in its staff and students, and adheres to a set of guiding principles: respect, integrity, open and honest communication, and collaboration.

Benefits
Skagit Valley College offers a comprehensive benefits package that includes high-value medical, dental, and vision insurance for employees and their eligible dependents with affordable monthly premiums. Basic life and long-term disability insurances are provided with the option to purchase additional coverage at a low employee cost. Flexible spending account and dependent care assistance programs are also available.

We help you prepare for life after your career by offering an excellent retirement plan, which includes employer contributions. In addition, employees have the option to participate in two tax-deferred retirement investment programs.

Personal and Professional Development
Staff development and personal growth are encouraged at Skagit Valley College. Training opportunities are offered to build employee competencies and develop leadership capacity. A professional development funds program and participation in the State Employee Tuition Waiver program provide further potential for personal and career growth.

A Full Work/Life Package
Pay, benefits, flexibility, and workplace opportunities to help you get the most out of your career and out of life.

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Select from below the options that best describe your highest education attained.

• Not applicable.
• High School diploma, GED, or equivalent.
• Some college: one (1) to two (2) years of college.
• Some college: three (3) to four (4) years or more of college.
• Associates degree or equivalent.
• Bachelor's degree or equivalent.
• Master's degree, or higher degree.
• Doctorate degree

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Specify the field of study of your highest education attained if applicable, or if further clarification is needed relating to your highest education attained, please describe in the text box below (if not applicable, type "n/a")

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In the text box below, describe how you meet this qualification: Two (2) years of recent experience working in a medical environment or medical educational environment as a clinical medical assistant. Responses such as "see resume" or similar may be considered incomplete and result in disqualification.

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In the text box below, describe how you meet this qualification: Two (2) years of recent experience in the pharmacy industry or pharmacy educational environment as a pharmacy technician. Responses such as "see resume" or similar may be considered incomplete and result in disqualification.

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In the text box below, describe how you meet these desired qualifications: Additional Industry Professional Certifications in EHR training, clinical skills training, BLS instructor, or mental health first aid. Responses such as "see resume" or similar may be considered incomplete and result in disqualification.

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In the text box below, type or paste your response to the following question: Skagit Valley College is committed to promoting the success of diverse students and employees. Describe ways in which you have used your position and privilege to create opportunities for people of diverse social identities (race, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, class, ability status, etc.) and/or engaged in conversations about diversity. Examples include creating programs, acting as a mentor, developing equity-based curriculum or training, changing institutional policies, engaging diverse communities, etc. Please limit your response to a maximum of two pages equivalent. You do not need to include your response as a separate attachment in addition to typing or pasting it here Responses such as "see resume" or similar may be considered incomplete and result in disqualification.

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I acknowledge that I have read the application procedure found in the job announcement. In order to be considered for this position, I understand that I must complete the online application, which includes the names and contact information for at least three (3) professional references, responses to the supplemental questions, and the following documents as attachments:a) A current resume;b) A letter of interest addressing the minimum, desired qualifications, and your education and experience as it supports the responsibilities of this position.

• I understand the application requirements.

Required Question