Medical Assisting Substitute Instructor

Lincoln Tech • Indianapolis, IN

6d

About The Position

Lincoln Tech seeks experienced Medical Assisting professionals to provide substitute instruction on an as-needed basis. The role offers a flexible opportunity to share industry expertise and prepare students for careers as Medical Assistants. Prior teaching experience is not required; Lincoln Tech provides ongoing training, resources, and a structured curriculum to support instructors in the classroom and lab.

Coverage may be needed for day, afternoon, or evening classes, along with occasional Friday or Saturday workshops lasting 4–6 hours. Workshops may focus on clinical skills practice, tutoring, remediation, open lab practice, and RMA or certification preparation. Those who find that teaching is a good fit may gain instructional experience and be considered for future part-time or full-time teaching opportunities as they become available.

Requirements

• Meet the academic credentials and work-related experience mandated by the company, state, accreditation, and other regulatory agencies that monitor compliance.
• Have a minimum of three years of related practical Medical Assisting experience, excluding teaching experience.
• Hold current Medical Assisting certification or credential as required by applicable standards.
• Have strong verbal and written communication skills.
• Be comfortable demonstrating clinical skills, coaching students, and providing constructive feedback.
• Have computer skills and willingness to learn Lincoln Tech's educational technology and learning platforms.
• Be able to multitask in a fast-paced classroom and lab environment.

Nice To Haves

• Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) credential preferred; Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or another qualifying nationally recognized Medical Assisting credential is welcomed.
• Experience as a Lead Medical Assistant, MA Trainer, Preceptor, Clinical Trainer, or Medical Assisting Instructor.
• Experience training, onboarding, mentoring, or precepting Medical Assistants or other clinical staff.
• Medical Assisting experience across multiple specialties, medical offices, or healthcare settings.
• Experience with both clinical and administrative Medical Assisting responsibilities.
• Comfort teaching from established textbooks, curriculum, lesson plans, and competency standards.
• Experience preparing or coaching Medical Assistants for certification exams.
• Genuine interest in mentoring future Medical Assistants and helping students develop confidence, clinical competence, and professionalism.

Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging instruction using Lincoln Tech's standardized Medical Assisting curriculum, textbooks, lesson plans, and instructional resources.
• Provide hands-on instruction and coaching in Medical Assisting clinical and administrative skills.
• Provide classroom and/or lab coverage during day, afternoon, or evening classes based on availability and program needs.
• Assist with Friday or occasional Saturday skills workshops, tutoring, remediation, open lab practice, and RMA/certification preparation.
• Evaluate student skills and performance and provide clear, constructive, and timely feedback.
• Reinforce professionalism, communication, accountability, patient care, and other expectations of the Medical Assisting profession.
• Adapt instruction and coaching to meet different student learning needs while maintaining program standards.
• Collaborate with Medical Assisting faculty and program leadership to provide students with consistent instruction and expectations.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level
• Education Level: No Education Listed