Healthcare Foundations Instructor (Anatomy & Medical Science)
About The Position
Healthcare Foundations Instructor (Anatomy & Medical Science) Location: Denver, CO | Campus: On-Site Hiring Range: $23.73 – $29.66 per hour Type: Full-Time Days The Career Pivot You’ve Been Looking For Are you an experienced healthcare professional (MA, EMT, CVT, or DA) ready to trade the high-stress clinical floor for a stable, impactful role in education? At Pima Medical Institute, we value your real-world expertise. As a Healthcare Foundations Instructor, you are the architect of a student's career, teaching the essential anatomy, physiology, and professional skills that transform beginners into medical professionals. No teaching experience? No problem. If you have the medical background, we provide a comprehensive "Train the Trainer" program to help you become an elite educator. The Foundations Curriculum You will guide students through the critical "building blocks" required for any medical specialty: Medical Science Mastery: Leading deep dives into Anatomy, Physiology, and the "language of medicine" (Medical Terminology). The Success Mindset: Teaching the study habits, math fundamentals, and computer literacy that ensure students don't just start, but graduate. Life-Saving Skills: Certifying students in CPR and First Aid—skills you already use every day.
Requirements
- Clinical Experience: At least three (3) years of practical work experience in a medical setting.
- Education: Graduation from an accredited medical program (MA, Nursing, Allied Health, Dental, etc.) OR an additional 3 years of related occupational experience.
- Subject Mastery: Strong, demonstrated knowledge of Anatomy & Physiology.
- Technical Literacy: Proficiency in Microsoft Office (PowerPoint is essential for lectures) and Google Workspace.
Nice To Haves
- A Natural Mentor: You’re the person in the clinic everyone goes to when they have a question.
- A Lifelong Learner: You love medical science and enjoy staying current on terminology and healthcare trends.
- An Engaging Speaker: You can take a complex topic—like the cardiovascular system—and explain it so a first-semester student truly understands it.
- Meticulous: You understand that grading and attendance tracking are the "documentation" of the education world.
Responsibilities
- Instructional Delivery: Deliver engaging lesson plans tailored to various learning styles (visual, auditory, kinesthetic).
- Student Mentorship: Advise students on academic progress and professional conduct during regular office hours.
- Evaluation: Grade coursework and assessments within a 72-hour window to provide timely feedback.
- Curriculum Development: Contribute to the evolution of course materials, syllabi, and classroom handouts.
- Professional Engagement: Participate in faculty meetings, advisory boards, and campus graduations.
Benefits
- Hourly Pay: $23.73 – $29.66 per hour.
- Ownership: Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)—become a partial owner of the company!
- Retirement: 401(k) with a 10% Employer Match.
- Colorado Protections: Includes Colorado Paid Sick/Leave (PSL) and Public Health Emergency leave.
- Support: Tuition reimbursement and dedicated professional development.
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