Job Description

Work in a purpose driven career with MaKami College, public post-secondary college that has been helping students for over 20 years with locations in Edmonton and Calgary, Alberta.



MaKami College offers students in-person, online, and blended programs in Massage Therapy, Health Care Aide, Business Administrative Assistant, Medical Office Assistant, and more. Rapidly growing, we are working to expand our campuses into cities across Canada, and continuously working to add programs to our course catalogue. We work with our team to grow and develop in areas they are passionate about, focusing on our MaKami Pillars - Leadership, Professionalism, Helpfulness, and Inspiration. MaKami team members are provided with many opportunities for professional career growth in a fulfilling and dynamic work environment.



The MaKami team is passionate about creating generational change through education, and we provide the tools and a safe environment for our staff to change the lives of our students and their families.



We are seeking a proactive and independent MOA Practicum Coordinator to support our Medical Office Assistant students through their practicum placements and job search journey. This role is ideal for someone with a background in healthcare education and a passion for student success.



Major Accountabilities/Responsibilities (Including but not limited to the following):

Guide MOA students through practicum placement processes and employment preparation. Source and build relationships with clinics and healthcare facilities for student placements. Conduct cold calls, eventual site visits and community outreach to secure practicum opportunities. Facilitate practicum orientations and presentations for both Edmonton and Calgary cohorts. Provide resume, cover letter, and interview coaching to students and graduates. Grade practicum submissions via Moodle and maintain employer/student tracking spreadsheets. Support Career Pathways events and job fairs. Serve as the primary in-person contact for Edmonton MOA students and online support for Calgary students. Help achieve the College's goal of a 95%+ job placement rate.

Qualifications:

Diploma in Medical Office Assistant (MOA), Unit Clerk, or Health Care Aide (HCA) is preferred. Strong communication and organizational skills. Ability to work independently and manage multiple tasks with minimal supervision. Experience in student support, career services, or healthcare supervision is an asset. Comfortable with technology platforms such as Moodle, SharePoint, and Microsoft Teams.

Perks & Benefits:

Health Spending & Lifestyle Accounts Educational Allowance for Professional Development Emergency Allowance for Unexpected Needs Free Massages at Our Student Clinic Discounts on College Programs & Courses Staff Discount in College Store On-Site Gym Access Free Parking

Qualified candidates should reply to this ad with their cover letter and resume. This position will remain open until a suitable candidate is found. We thank all applicants for their interest, but only those who meet our criteria will be contacted to continue in our process.