Medical Assistant Instructor - Full-Time

Unitek College Of Nursing • Concord, CA

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About The Position

Unitek Learning is seeking a Medical Assistant Instructor to teach students preparing for careers in healthcare. The full-time position provides current instruction aligned with desired learning outcomes, academic advising and career-related counseling, student retention support, and assistance with program and institutional initiatives. Compensation is based on experience and program needs, at $27–$31 per hour.

Requirements

• High school diploma; equivalent experience may be considered.
• Three years of hands-on clinical experience in a medical assistant role.
• Current knowledge of medical assistant practice.
• Ability to mentor a highly diverse student population.
• Ability to work independently.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office software.
• Proficiency in interpersonal and oral presentation skills, with excellent communication skills.

Nice To Haves

• Advanced education or a college degree.
• Graduation from an accredited medical assisting program.
• Certified Medical Assistant credential (RMA, CMA, or NRCMA).
• Experience with learning management systems such as Canvas, Blackboard, or Moodle.

Responsibilities

• Educate students and provide technological and academic training.
• Ensure students understand the competencies required to meet all syllabus objectives.
• Design and deliver lesson plans that account for students’ abilities and learning styles and accommodate individual differences.
• Provide World Class Service when working with students and coworkers.
• Identify signs of problems that may hinder student achievement and take appropriate action.
• Refer students to the campus director or student services when needed to address barriers to achievement.
• Identify students at risk of leaving the course and refer them to student services.
• Provide ongoing student advisement and academic counseling.
• Use varied evaluation methods, including cooperative learning, reports, and teamwork, to support student abilities.
• Provide input to and participate in academic committees focused on program enrichment and student life.
• Support company initiatives by following communicated processes and procedures.
• Work and communicate effectively with campus departmental staff.
• Adhere to company policies and procedures.
• Comply with applicable state, Department of Education, and accreditation regulations.

Benefits

• Medical, dental, and vision coverage starting the first of the month following 30 days of employment.
• Two weeks of vacation to start per year, increasing with years of service.
• 12 paid holidays and two floating holidays.
• Company-paid life insurance equal to one times annual salary.
• Leadership development and training for career advancement.
• Tuition assistance and forgiveness for the employee and family, up to 100% depending on the program.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: High school or GED