About The Job

Fortis institute in Towson is seeking an experienced, highly motivated Program Director for the Medical Assistant 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 Institute-Towson offers programs that deliver real-life career skills in high demand occupations that lead to employment upon graduation and a lifetime of professional growth.

Job Description

We are seeking an energetic and enthusiastic leader to manage the allied health programs. This is a full time, professional position reporting directly to the Dean/Director of Education. As the leader of the education programs, the Program Chair is responsible for managing the education department using sound business principles and ensuring compliance with all regulatory, accreditation and company policies and procedures. This position requires some evening and occasional 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 departments, 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.

Completion of a Medical Assistant program resulting in a diploma or certificate of completion; associate degree preferred. 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. Prior higher education/postsecondary related teaching experience of at least 2 years. Associate degree in the discipline as required by accrediting and licensing agency standards. Certifications depending upon discipline as per accreditation and state licensing standards RMA and/or CMA and/or CCMA