Program Director - Medical Assistant

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Are you driven by a passion for transforming education and inspiring the next generation of leaders? We are excited to announce an opportunity for a dynamic and visionary Program Director to take charge of our Medical Assistant program at the Cadillac Campus.

As a key member of our team, the Program Director will lead the strategic growth and development of programs, ensuring their academic quality and alignment with Baker College's mission. You will foster a student-first environment, maintaining a culture of compliance, collaboration, and integrity among faculty and students. Working closely with the academic dean, you'll support program quality, curriculum assessment, and instruction. This role includes teaching up to six classes during the academic year and up to two in the summer, contributing to enrollment growth, preparing accreditation materials, and assisting with faculty hiring and evaluation. The Program Director will also manage advisory boards, budgets, curriculum coordination, and laboratory equipment, while serving as an academic advisor and visiting clinical sites to maintain program relevance.

Join us in our mission to empower students to achieve their highest potential and become leaders in their fields. If you're ready to make a difference and lead with passion and purpose, apply now and embark on an exciting journey with Baker College!

At Baker College, we're on a mission to transform education with a Student-First philosophy. Our President's vision is ambitious and dedicated to creating an environment where students, faculty, and staff flourish. Join us in cultivating a culture of belonging and engagement, where every individual is valued and appreciated

The successful candidate will believe in and support the student first philosophy while contributing to the overall success of Baker College, and acting as a positive role model and brand ambassador on and off campus.

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ABOUT BAKER COLLEGE:

Founded in 1911, Baker College is committed to embracing technology, sparking innovation, and fostering a supportive learning environment where students can get the real-world knowledge, skills, and experiences they need to pursue the life and career they want. Each of our six campus locations is special, with a unique culture, collection of academic programs, and landscape.

Baker College is an independent, private, non-profit institution that grants associate, bachelor's, master's, and doctoral degrees on campuses across Michigan and online. Our student-first philosophy is the cornerstone of our institution-it is our compass, guiding us and keeping us on course, ensuring that our students and their success are always our main priority. Our dedication to the success of our students ensures that we will all go

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This position requires a minimum of an associate degree and full-time employment with the sponsoring institution. The candidate must be credentialed in medical assisting by an organization accredited by NCCA or ANSI, or meet this requirement within two years. A minimum of three years of healthcare facility experience, including 160 hours in an ambulatory healthcare setting, is required. Additionally, at least one year of postsecondary or vocational/technical teaching experience is necessary. Program directors approved under previous CAAHEP standards may continue in their roles if they remain employed with the same program. Candidates must stay current on medical assisting practices through continuing education and demonstrate knowledge of educational theories and techniques.