Adjunct - Medical Assistant

Position Title: Adjunct - Medical Assistant

Division: Health Sciences

Department: Medical Assistant

Employee Status: Adjunct (Fall, Spring, Summer Semesters) Beginning Summer 2026

Group: Adjunct

Grade: N/A

FLSA: Non-exempt

Rock Valley College does not offer sponsorship for employment-based visas for this position now or in the future. Applicants must be currently authorized to work in the United States without the need for employer sponsorship.

Reports to: Dean of Health Sciences

Supervision Exercised: None

Successful candidates will demonstrate a strong commitment to student learning and academic excellence by preparing and delivering engaging instruction that meets the needs of 21st-century learners. Adjunct faculty are responsible for assessing student learning outcomes aligned with course and program objectives, utilizing a variety of instructional strategies to promote active learning and student success, serving as an engaged learning facilitator, and contributing to the College's mission, strategic goals, and a collaborative learning environment through instructional excellence and professional engagement.

• Teach Medical Assisting courses including lecture and lab components as appropriate.
• Meet classes at assigned times.
• Plan course content and assign appropriate course work.
• Maintain student records.
• Foster an inclusive and supportive classroom environment that encourages active participation and engagement; be responsive to student inquiries in a timely manner.
• Evaluate student progress and assign grades.
• Revise course outlines, objectives, and catalog information as needed.
• Select appropriate texts and teaching materials.
• Maintain office hours convenient for students and as required by college policies.
• Prepare course/class reports as required.
• Attend and participate in conferences related to teaching area; membership in appropriate professional organizations is recommended.
• Keep abreast of current developments in the profession.
• Participate in department, division meetings and in-service training, etc.
• Participate in assessment of student learning at the course, program, and institution level.
• Work collaboratively with colleagues and contribute to the department's initiatives and activities.
• Adhere to college, divisional and departmental policies, procedures, standard practice and academic standards.
• Assist in short-range and long-range planning.
• Related duties may be assigned.

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to perform each essential duty satisfactorily. The requirements listed below are representative of the knowledge, skills and/or abilities required. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Associate degree in Medical Assisting or Nursing required; bachelor's degree preferred
• Minimum of five (5) years of professional experience in a healthcare setting, including at least 160 hours in ambulatory care
• Demonstrated proficiency in instruction, curriculum delivery, evaluation, and program planning
• Ability to stand, demonstrate skills, and lecture for extended periods as required by instructional duties

• Current credential in good standing as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)
• Formal coursework or training in educational theory and instructional methods
• At least one (1) year of teaching experience in postsecondary and/or vocational/technical education
• Demonstrated commitment to the success and continuous improvement of the Medical Assistant Program

While performing the duties of this job, the employee regularly works in an office, classroom, and instructional lab setting.

Physical demands described here are representative of those that must be met by an employee to successfully perform the essential functions of this job:
While performing the duties of this job, the employee is regularly required to use hands and fingers to handle, feel, or operate objects, tools, or controls, and reach with hands and arms. The employee is frequently required to stand, talk, and hear.