PT MA Lab Assistant en Haywood Community College

About the Department

The Lab Assistant position in the Medical Assisting Program supports the college’s mission of excellence in instruction and student success. This role contributes to instructional delivery, public service, and program-related research that enhances teaching and learning outcomes.

Position Duties

The Lab Assistant will work closely with faculty and staff to prepare and facilitate both lecture and lab activities. Responsibilities include setting up lab materials, maintaining equipment, and assisting with instructional support as needed. A working knowledge of all aspects of the Medical Assisting Program is essential to ensure effective collaboration and continuity across instructional areas.

• Assist faculty and staff in preparing instructional materials and equipment for both lecture and lab sessions.
• Set up, maintain, and clean laboratory spaces and equipment to ensure a safe and efficient learning environment.
• Monitor lab activities to support student learning and ensure adherence to safety protocols.
• Maintain inventory of lab supplies and notify faculty of needed replenishments.
• Provide general support to Medical Assisting Program personnel, including administrative tasks related to instruction.
• Assist with student engagement during lab sessions, under the supervision of faculty.
• Ensure compliance with institutional policies and procedures related to lab operations.
• Participate in departmental meetings and training sessions as required.
• Support program-related events and activities, including tours, advisory board meetings, and recruitment efforts.
• Performs other duties and responsibilities as required.

Minimum Qualifications

Minimum
Associate degree in Medical Assisting or other health related field. Certification as a CMA or related field. Excellent human relations, computer and communication skills.

Preferred
Teaching experience at the post-secondary level and familiarity with Moodle a plus.  

Other Qualifications

The following is necessary for consideration:
  

• Official Haywood Community College employment application online found at our jobs page: https://www.governmentjobs.com/careers/haywoodedu. Please call Jamie Hilton with any questions or if you are unable to complete the online application for any reason. 
• The application must be complete for consideration - do not reference resume. A resume is suggested but does not take the place of any questions or details that you need to provide in order to be qualified for the position.  Unofficial transcripts must be included for the application process. Most unofficial transcripts can be downloaded from college/university websites. Official transcripts of all secondary education must be submitted to Human Resources within 10 days of any offer of employment.  
• References may not be a current HCC employee. Candidates must provide three professional references with email addresses.  At least one reference must be a current or previous supervisor.   
• College screening committee is responsible for application review, interviews, and recommends the candidate to HR. Upon completion of the hire process in HR, President approval is required in the hire of a candidate.  
• HCC is a tobacco free campus 
•  HCC is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on the basis of race, religion, ethnicity, national origin, gender, gender identity, sex, age, disability, genetic information and veteran status.  

 
 Haywood Community College (HCC) is part of the North Carolina Community College System and is accredited by the Southern Association of Colleges & Schools Commission on Colleges (SACSCOC). Founded in 1965, it is an open-door institution with the mission to foster an environment that meets the educational needs of the communities it serves, promotes student success in higher education and in the workplace, and facilitates economic development. This includes programs for Haywood County high school students through Career and College Promise and Haywood Early College. The college campus, a designated arboretum, boasts one of the most beautiful college campuses in the state with an iconic mill pond, a productive greenhouse, dahlia gardens, an orchard garden and a rhododendron garden.