MEDICAL ASSISTING INSTRUCTOR
About The Position
The Medical Assisting Instructor provides engaging instruction in medical assisting to develop students’ skills and competencies through the prescribed curriculum, preparing graduates to compete for entry-level Medical Assistant roles with Comprehensive Community Health Centers. The instructor uses adult-learning principles, technology, and multimedia to deliver classroom training for the nonprofit healthcare workforce. The position also provides current instruction aligned with learning outcomes, academic advising and career counseling, supports student retention, and contributes to program and institutional initiatives. The instructor teaches medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, medical specialties, techniques and procedures, and computer software applications. The role includes preparing and updating instructional materials and syllabi, assessing student work and progress, maintaining attendance and grade records, advising students, and completing administrative and program-assessment tasks. The instructor may also support medical assistant skills assessments and training when needed. Continuing education in the subject area, classroom management, or teaching is required to maintain knowledge. Pay is $27–$30 per hour.
Requirements
- Associate’s degree in medical assisting or a related healthcare field.
- Credential as a Registered Medical Assistant, Certified Medical Assistant, Registered Nurse, or Licensed Vocational Nurse.
- Five years of experience in medical assisting or a related healthcare field.
- Experience teaching at an institute of higher education.
- Experience using an online Learning Management System, such as Moodle.
- Must be a Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) or Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA).
Nice To Haves
- Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) certification through NHA or AAMA is preferred.
Responsibilities
- Orient incoming students to course goals and requirements, the occupation, and industry requirements.
- Teach students daily in medical terminology, anatomy and physiology, medical specialties, techniques and procedures, and computer software applications.
- Prepare curriculum provided by the Chief Academic Officer and assist with revising syllabi, lectures, lab exercises and tests, and instructional materials.
- Post student grades daily and weekly.
- Provide group and individual advising on academic and behavioral issues at regular intervals and as needed.
- Participate in program and student outcomes assessment.
- Use technology and equipment as appropriate.
- Use varied teaching styles and methods to accommodate diverse learning styles.
- Monitor and evaluate student work against learning outcomes and help students achieve the required level.
- Determine and record each student’s academic progress.
- Evaluate assignments and tests promptly, providing scores and constructive comments that identify strengths and areas for improvement.
- Evaluate student performance and submit grade reports to administration as directed.
- Support retention by maintaining daily attendance records, contacting absent students, recording absence information weekly, and communicating attendance concerns to the Chief Academic Officer.
- Complete other administrative tasks and duties as assigned.
- Support medical assistant skills assessments, new medical assistant training, and remedial training when required or needed due to staffing shortages.
- Maintain subject-area and teaching knowledge through continuing education.
Benefits
- 100% employer-paid medical, dental, and vision coverage.
- 100% employer-paid life and Accidental Death & Dismemberment (AD&D) insurance.
- 401(k) with employer matching.
- Paid Time Off accrual, 10 paid holidays, and a Wellness Day Off.
- Flexible Spending Account (FSA).
- Fringe Marketplace Stipend.
- Optional supplemental insurance.
- Participation in the company-wide profit-sharing program for eligible employees.
- Professional development and opportunities for internal growth and advancement.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Entry Level
Education Level
Associate degree
