Medical Career Specialist (On-site)

Pima Medical Institute Current Openings • San Marcos, CA

6d • Onsite

About The Position

Join our team as an Admissions Representative at our San Marcos, CA campus! We are seeking a high-performing, empathetic Medical Career Specialist who possesses a rare blend of drive and heart. As the primary face of Pima Medical Institute for prospective students, you will connect with individuals, understand their career aspirations, and guide them toward a brighter future in healthcare. If you combine the closing skills of a top-tier sales professional with the coaching mindset of a mentor, this opportunity allows you to make a lasting community impact while building equity as an employee-owner.

Requirements

• Three (3) years of education sales, admissions, or higher education recruitment experience.
• Demonstrated problem-solving, conflict-resolution, and consultative sales/customer service skills; proven ability to build and sustain trusting relationships.
• An equivalent combination of training, education, or relevant experience meeting minimum qualifications will be considered.

Nice To Haves

• Experience within private, proprietary post-secondary education preferred.

Responsibilities

• Proactively recruit prospective students via inbound/outbound calls, emails, text messaging, and web/marketing campaign follow-ups.
• Represent the institute at career fairs, job fairs, and high school visits to build a robust candidate pipeline and raise local program awareness.
• Guide prospective students through the entire admissions lifecycle—from initial inquiry through interview, application, and their first day of class.
• Conduct thorough admissions interviews to evaluate candidate fit, explain program requirements, and align career goals with institutional offerings.
• Partner closely with Financial Aid, Student Services, and campus leadership to coordinate testing assessments, manage applicant expectations, and ensure seamless student onboarding.
• Maintain accurate CRM records, track applicant milestones, and analyze personal recruitment metrics (enrollments, starts, contact rates) to meet or exceed monthly performance goals.
• Adhere strictly to institutional guidelines, state/federal regulations, and accreditation standards (DOE, state agencies, ABHES).

Benefits

• Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP)—earn equity in the institution as an employee-owner.
• 401(k) Plan with up to a 10% Employer Match.
• Comprehensive Medical (PPO & HDHP options with HSA), Dental, and Vision coverage.
• Basic Life Insurance, Short-Term and Long-Term Disability, HSA, and FSA options.
• Paid Time Off (PTO), California Paid Sick Leave, Paid Holidays, Employee Assistance Program (EAP), Tuition Reimbursement, and Professional Development opportunities.

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Mid Level