Job Description

The Tennessee College of Applied Technology - Dickson is accepting applications for a full-time Medical Assisting Technology Instructor position at the Dickson South Campus. This position is grant-funded for one year.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

• Registered Nurse, Licensed Practical Nurse with current active licensure in the State of Tennessee or Certified Medical Assistant with active certification.
• Minimum of three (3) years of recent RN, LPN or Medical Assistant experience within the last five (5) years.
• Prior teaching or evidence of ability to teach students a plus.
• Possess the knowledge, experience and certifications necessary to instruct in the areas of Anatomy and Physiology, Phlebotomy, EKG, and Medical Assisting.

SKILLS

• Must possess the communication skills necessary to be an effective teacher.
• Must show evidence of good character, organizational skills and mature attitude.
• Must be willing to remain current in the healthcare profession.
• Must be a self-starter and have the ability to work independently and as part of a team.
• Must have the ability to establish and maintain effective interpersonal working relationships with students, faculty, staff, general public and business and industry partners.
• Must be willing and able to meet all requirements set by clinical sites to supervise students at the site. Clinical site requirements subject to change at the discretion of the site.
• Computer skills and ability to adapt quickly to new technology required.

GENERAL DUTIES The Medical Assisting Technology (MAT) Associate Instructor is responsible for the following areas including, but not limited to: on-campus teaching and supervision of MAT students in classroom and clinical settings; evaluating and advising students; maintaining confidential, accurate and complete records on paper and electronically; completing reports as required in a timely manner; participating in the development of the program; participating in recruitment of new students and placement of graduates; maintaining an active advisory committee; and other duties as assigned. Areas of instruction include, but are not limited to: anatomy and physiology, medical terminology, phlebotomy, electrocardiography, medical math, etc. This position reports to the Director of Healthcare Programs. Work is performed on a set schedule Monday through Friday from 7:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Class hours are set Monday through Friday from 8:00 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. As a clock-hour institution, this schedule must be maintained. Clinical hours may vary. Travel to other TCAT Dickson campuses and clinical sites may be required. The position is anticipated to start July 1, 2026. Classes are anticipated to start September 2026.

SALARY: $50,894-$61,074 per year ($26.10-$31.32 per hour). Commensurate with Tennessee Colleges of Applied Technology -- Dickson guidelines and directly related experience.

APPLICATION SUBMISSION & REVIEW Complete application and submit resume at Apply Now – Medical Assisting Instructor-Dickson Review of résumés with completed employment application will begin immediately and continue until position is filled. Applications with resumes received by April 8, 2026, will be assured full consideration.

EMPLOYMENT DOCUMENTS Current federal law requires identification and eligibility verification prior to employment. Only U.S. citizens and aliens authorized to work in the United States may be employed. A criminal/financial background check and drug screening will be required for applicant selected.

TCAT Dickson does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, creed, ethnicity or national origin, sex, disability, age, status as a protected veteran or any other class protected by Federal or State laws and regulations and by the Tennessee Board of Regents policies with respect to employment, programs and activities. The following person has been designated to handle inquiries regarding nondiscrimination policies: Corey Choate, Vice President of Operations, corey.choate@tcatdickson.edu, 740 Hwy 46 S, Dickson, TN 37055, 615-441-6220. The TCAT Dickson policy on nondiscrimination can be found at https://www.tcatdickson.edu/about/non-discrimination-statement. 3/31/2026