Medical Office Assistant/Hospital Unit Clerk Instructor, Term

NorQuest College; Edmonton; On-site; CAD 70,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

NorQuest College invites applications for a full-time term instructor in Medical Office Assistant and Hospital Unit Clerk programs at our downtown Edmonton campus. The role requires teaching in MOA and HUC programs, plus other related courses, primarily during daytime hours on campus and online.

The successful candidate will have a strong background in healthcare administration, information management, and classroom management.

Qualifications

• At least two years of recent experience working in primary or acute care (preferably in an administrative capacity).
• At least three years of teaching experience (F2F and online).
• Proficiency in using technology; demonstrated experience teaching using Moodle and/or Kaltura would be a benefit.
• Active membership/registration with CHIMA & HICA certification is considered an asset.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline.

Responsibilities

• Facilitate learning in Medical Office Assistant and Hospital Unit Clerk programs and other related courses.
• Teach courses in the downtown campus and online, Monday to Friday during the day.
• Utilize a variety of teaching methods to engage learners and assess progress.
• Contribute to developing engaging, accurate course materials and assessments.

Skills

Teaching experience

Online teaching

Moodle

Kaltura

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in a related discipline

Tools

Moodle

Kaltura

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Medical Office Assistant/Hospital Unit Clerk Instructor, Term

COMPETITION NUMBER: 1845
CLOSING DATE: October 30, 2026 @ 11:59pm MST

FACULTY OF ARTS AND SCIENCE
SCHOOL OF BUSINESS, SCIENCE & TECHNOLOGY

NorQuestersare differencemakersandwe’researching for someone dedicated to making a difference! We are looking for atermin instructorforourHealth Administration and Technology teamat ourdowntowncampusto teach inourMedicalOffice Assistant(MOA)and Hospital Unit Clerk (HUC)program. This program teachesskills inhealthcareadministrationfor both primary and acute care.

As a NorQuest Instructor, you willfacilitatelearning in a variety ofmodalities,and thiswill require theuse oftechnology to deliver engaging learner experiences. Instructors help our learnersacquiretheskills,knowledgeand attitude to be successful in their chosen career. You will need topossessexcellent organizational and communicationskills andhave a passion for providing instruction and feedback that allows our students to apply skills in a safe andinclusive environment.

Our students come to us with the goals of improving their lives and the lives of those around them.Take a step forward with us: Joinus and help them achieve their goals.

We have one full-time, term instructor position available at our downtown campus. This position will end on June 30, 2027 with the possibility of extension. Instructors will need to teach courses in the Medical Office Assistant and Hospital Unit Clerk programs as well as other programs. Instructors must be available to teach classes Monday to Friday, during the day, at our downtown campus as well as online.

HOW YOU'LL MAKE A DIFFERENCE

Applicants should have a strong backgroundinhealthcareadministrationand information management, working with groups, managing a classroom, and creating engaging and dynamic lessons,utilizinga variety of teaching methods.

Courses fortethe teaching assignment include:

• Computer Applications for Healthcare Professionals
• Health Information Management
• Medical Terminology
• Administrative Procedures for Acute CareandPrimary Care
• Other courses in theOffice Assistant and Unit Clerk programs asrequired

Preference will be given to applicants whocanteach a variety of courses.

WHAT YOU BRING

As a difference maker you bring:

• At leasttwoyears of recent experience working inprimary or acute carepreferablyin an administrativecapacity
• At least three years ofteachingexperience(F2F and online)
• Proficiencyinusing technology;demonstratedexperience teaching using Moodleand/orKalturawould be abenefit.
• Active membership/registration withCHIMA & HICA certificationisconsidered an asset.
• Bachelor’s Degree in a related discipline.

WHAT MAKES YOU A DIFFERENCE MAKER

• Excellent professional written and verbal communication skills
• Committed to equity, diversity, inclusion, anti-racism, and meeting the needs of our diverse learners.
• Foster andmaintaina respectful, supportive community of professionals and learners
• Be a flexible, innovative thinker open tonew ideas
• Positive approach to problem-solving, challenges, and opportunities
• Strong learner-centered philosophyand ability to apply different classroom strategies to keep learners engaged.
• Skilled inutilizinga variety of technology and applying its use to improving the learner experience and solve problems creatively

SALARY:Reflective upon what you bringAKAyour education and experience. This role falls under theNorQuestCollege Faculty Association. Please reference the NorQuest College Collective Agreement Appendix A to better understand how pay is determined. We are proud to be recognized as one of Canada's Most Admired Corporate Cultures.

We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuringNorQuestersare set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.

Additional Information:Pre-Employment Checks will be completed to assess the candidate’s suitability for a role. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, criminal record check, academic verification, etc.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, acrossNorQuestCollege, at the same or lower classification level.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion:We'reon a journey to become an inclusive, anti-racist, and decolonized organization.NorQuestersare trailblazers – we are curious, creative, and innovative - our lived experiences arehonoured, creating accessibility and a sense of belonging for everyone.

NorQuest 2030 We Are Who We Include sharesour strength and difference comes from who is included, and along with our students we are learning and growing to listen deeply and say what we feel.

NorQuestCollege is committed to being an employer of choice for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people by recognizing, respecting, and supporting Indigenous people's self-determination through the institution’s work in decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.

Accessibility: At NorQuest, we are who we include. We strive to provide access and accommodation throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. We want to create opportunities for you to confidently be your authentic self. If you would likean accommodationat any stage of the process, please reach out to [e-mail] .

We offer flexible work options. We strive for balance between a flexible work environment, connectedness to the campus community, and ensuring NorQuesters are set up to succeed in their roles and responsibilities.

Additional Information: Pre-Employment Checks will be completed to assess the candidate’s suitability for a role. These checks may include (but are not limited to): references, criminal record check, academic verification, etc.

For applicants who have completed post-secondary studies from outside of Canada, it is recommended theyobtain an assessment of their credentials from a recognized Canadian Credential Evaluator, such as:

We encourage applicants toinclude the assessment certificate as part of their application.

This competition may be used to fill future vacancies, across NorQuest College, at the same or lower classification level.

Our Commitment to Equity, Diversity, and Inclusion: We're on a journey to become an inclusive, anti-racist, and decolonized organization. NorQuesters are trailblazers – we are curious, creative, and innovative - our lived experiences are honoured, creating accessibility and a sense of belonging for everyone.

NorQuest 2030 We Are Who We Include shares our strength and difference comes from who is included, and along with our students we are learning and growing to listen deeply and say what we feel.

NorQuest College is committed to being an employer of choice for First Nations, Métis, and Inuit people by recognizing, respecting, and supporting Indigenous people's self-determination through the institution’s work in decolonization, reconciliation, and Indigenization.

Accessibility: At NorQuest, we are who we include. We strive to provide access and accommodation throughout the recruitment, application, and selection process. We want to create opportunities for you to confidently be your authentic self. If you would like an accommodation at any stage of the process, please reach out to [e-mail] .