Career Opportunities

ORGANIZATION BACKGROUND:

Operation ABLE (OA) is a non-profit employment and training resource for an economically, occupationally, and racially diverse population of job seekers. Founded in 1982, OA has provided training programs and employment services to more than 38,000 job seekers throughout Boston, Massachusetts, and New Hampshire, who needed job support services to re-enter the workforce.

PT MEDICAL OFFICE SKILLS INSTRUCTOR

REPORTS TO: Program Manager

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POSITION: Essential Functions

Operation ABLE is looking for a seasoned professional who is willing to teach Medical Office Skills to a diverse group of low-income adults. Medical office components will be taught through a Medical Office Simulation Software package (SIM) and include: Electronic Medical Records; Medical Insurance; Patient Registration; Procedure Posting; HIPAA; Billing; Patient Scheduling and Customer Service in a Healthcare Environment. We are looking for someone with high energy, sound judgment and excellent skills who will represent Operation ABLE and its participants in the very best way.

QUALIFICATIONS
The ideal candidate will have a minimum of three years of work experience teaching computer and medical office skills to adults either in a classroom or work setting. Experience as a case manager or employment specialist for a non-profit organization is considered a real plus along with attention to and appreciation for detail, flexibility, good sense of humor, and the ability to get and stay organized.

The Skills Instructor works collaboratively with each member of the program team to assist students to obtain the skills needed to successfully compete in the workplace. The Instructor works with the Program Manager to assist in the development and delivery of products and services to ensure that ABLE participants have the most relevant skills needed in the workplace, as identified by industry standards and employer feedback.

RESPONSIBILITIES

Conduct assessment interviews, evaluate prior test results, and participate in selection process.
Develop curricula and teach skills training classes.
Prepare materials and lessons appropriate for classes, including integration of work related materials and topics in coordination with the Program Manager.
Meet the instructional needs of the different students being cognizant of different levels of ability as well as different learning styles
Work with students to develop and periodically review individual learning plans and weekly homework assignments.
Prepare and file required forms in students’ files e.g. mid-term self-evaluations, mid-term evaluations and skills check lists, etc.
Maintain accurate attendance records; report absences and inform Program Manager of any student problems.
Report student progress to program staff and record in information in individual student records.
Attend weekly staff meetings.
Assist with outreach, recruitment, and orientation of participants.
Assess and place participants in classes.
Participate in the development of career development activities in conjunction with the Program Manager.
Meet with Program Manager in regular meetings to discuss class observations, materials, and teaching.
Performs other duties as requested.

Operation ABLE will recruit and select persons in all positions to ensure a diverse and inclusive climate without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, color, political affiliation, creed, national origin, marital status, or any other status as protected by federal, state, and local laws. Operation ABLE welcomes applications from individuals with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodations for interviews and for service upon request.

Please send resume and cover letter to:

MARK GYURINA, CHIEF PROGRAM OFFICER
mgyurina@operationable.net
Operation A.B.L.E. of Greater Boston, Inc.
174 Portland Street
Boston, MA 02114
Phone: 617.542.4180
FAX: 617.542.4187

More about Operation ABLE

We offer a variety of services including occupational and computer skills training, job search training and support, coaching and counseling, and on-the-job training opportunities. In addition, our Resource Room is available to help with current job listings, and our professional networking groups and job clubs help job seekers expand their network.

Employee benefits include paid national and state holidays, as well as vacation, sick leave and personal time off, employer contributions to health insurance and 403(b) retirement plans, and paid life and long-term disability insurance.

Mission Statement

The mission of Operation ABLE is to provide employment and training opportunities to job seekers from economically, racially and occupationally diverse backgrounds. Operation ABLE is equally committed to serve Massachusetts employers by providing well-qualified candidates to meet their employment needs and by training employees to have the updated skills needed to be as productive as possible at their jobs.

Operation ABLE, Inc. will recruit and select persons in all positions to ensure a diverse and inclusive climate without regard to race, religion, sex, sexual orientation, veteran status, color, political affiliation, creed, national origin, marital status, or any other status as protected by federal, state, and local laws. Operation ABLE welcomes applications from individuals with disabilities and will make reasonable accommodations for interviews and for service upon request.