Contract Faculty - Medical Office Administration

Job description
Location Coquitlam Campus

Salary Range

Hourly: $52.41-$114.65/hour; Per Three Credit Course: $7,947; Actual salary or hourly rate will be based on the number of credits and term of appointment according to the Collective Agreement.

The Opportunity

You’re dedicated to your profession, passionate about educating the next generation of practitioners, and dedicated to fostering an environment where students are motivated to learn. As an established professional in your field, your knowledge combined with your innovative and purposeful pedagogical methods uphold the College’s reputation to inspire our students to do what they love – and it’s clear, in your role, you’re doing what you love too!

Sound like you? Become part of our passionate faculty! Join us as the Faculty of Health Sciences and shape an educational journey that inspires our students to find their passion.

Who We Are

Do what you love. Be good at it. That’s how Douglas College defines a great career. It’s a philosophy that resonates through our classrooms, our offices and our boardrooms. It inspires our students and drives us to make Douglas College one of BC’s Top Employers. We love what we do. And we’re looking for passionate, motivated people to join us in making one of Canada’s best degree-granting colleges even better.

Be a part of an institution where everyone is committed to empowering successful students, creating responsive learning environments, fostering social and environmental responsibility, and supporting healthy learning and work environments.

What We Offer

We offer the opportunity to do what you do best in an inclusive, collaborative and collegial environment. At Douglas, our goal is to ensure our people are valued and supported by promoting a healthy work-life balance, professional growth, and development, as well as a safe and respectful workplace.
• Transit-accessible campuses
• Hybrid work arrangements for eligible positions
• Competitive salaries
• Excellent Health and Dental Benefits for eligible positions
• Defined-Benefit Pension Plan for eligible positions
• Professional Development opportunities
• Access to our Fitness Centres and Classes

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What It Takes

The successful candidate will be responsible for teaching and learning strategies that align with the departmental and college-wide vision, mission, and goals. The faculty member will provide instruction to students in the Medical Office Administration program. Specific responsibilities include:
• Teach and supervise certificate program students;
• Prepare and deliver education to students using a variety of educational method (e.g. lectures facilitating seminars, case studies, discussion groups, and independent and group project work);
• Develop curriculum and prepare teaching materials for assigned courses;
• Prepare and administer course assessment including, but not limited to, grading of examinations, assignments, and reports;
• Ensure equity, diversity and inclusion, and learning support services provided at Douglas College are factored into teaching and learning strategies in a meaningful way;
• Within scope of expertise, advise students on matters pertaining to their academics and career decisions;
• Apply teaching and learning strategies using available technology including, but not limited to, learning management systems (Blackboard Ultra);
• Promote evidence-based best practices in experiential learning; and
• Assist in collecting data to evaluate teaching and learning strategies.

To Be Successful In This Role, You Require

A bachelor’s degree in a related field (health care, business);
• A minimum of six years’ experience working in a medical office or hospital setting;
• Demonstrated experience and excellent ability to teach at the post-secondary level;
• Understanding of the principles of adult education;
• Comprehensive knowledge of the Canadian healthcare system, including structure and governance, legal requirements ( FOIPPA , E-Health Act), patient rights, data security and release of information;
• Comprehensive knowledge of the role and scope of practice of the MOA ;
• Ability to accept responsibility, exercise initiative and manage people effectively;
• Demonstrated excellence in establishing and maintaining effective working relationships, professional communication, conflict resolution skills, and teamwork;
• Knowledge of the principles of equity, diversity and inclusion;
• Knowledge of the social determinants of health;
• Skilled in using computer software applications, such as MS Office, and proven keyboarding skills at an intermediate to advanced level;
• Knowledge about Electronic Medical Records;
• Skilled in document preparation and records set-up and management;
• Sound judgment and professionalism and a demonstrated ability to act tactfully, diplomatically, and with discretion in all contexts, internally and externally;
• Excellent command of the English language, both written and oral;
• Ability to address equity, diversity and inclusion in teaching and learning strategies in a meaningful way; and
• Registration as a Health information-Certified Associate ( HICA ) or willingness to complete registration requirements within one year of employment.

Additional Information

The Medical Office Administration program of the Faculty of Health Sciences at Douglas College is inviting applications for contract faculty instructors. The primary place of work will be at the Coquitlam campus. Read more