Medical Assistant Instructor

Southern Careers Institute; San Antonio (TX); On-site; USD 42,000 - 64,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Training & Development

Medical, Dental, & Vision Options

Health Savings & Flexible Spending

401K Retirement Plan

Equal Opportunity employer

Job summary

Southern Careers Institute in Texas seeks an Instructor with a Medical Assistant background to share knowledge and inspire students. No teaching experience required; SCI supports transition from industry to education and values practical experience.

You will develop and deliver lessons, assess student progress, and collaborate with campus faculty to create engaging, outcomes-focused instruction. Certifications such as RMA/CMA/NCMA/CCMA are preferred, and CPR certification is required.

Qualifications

• Registered or Certified Medical Assistant
• 5+ years’ experience in medical back office
• Current CPR certification
• Previous teaching experience preferred
• Certifications, Licenses, Registrations Requirements: RMA, CMA, NCMA, or CCMA
• Meet TWC instructor requirements

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates and applies knowledge of the teaching field and discipline
• Plans and organizes instruction to maximize student learning
• Modifies instructional methods to meet diverse students’ needs
• Prepare lesson plans and teach course as prescribed by curriculum
• Encourages development of communication skills and higher order thinking through assignments

Education

CMA/CMA-licensure certifications

RMA certification

NCMA certification

CCMA certification

Tools

CPR certification

Job description

No teaching experience? Don't worry, SCI has successfully transitioned experienced Medical Assistants with no teaching experience into successful educators. We call it being a life changer, but you’ll call it a job you love while helping others find the same. You’ll have a hand in improving the lives of countless SCI students throughout Texas by working with impassioned educators and campus faculty in a collaborative, interactive environment to create optimized environment for our students.

As an Instructor, you will have the opportunity to positively impact students’ lives by sharing your knowledge and experience.

Responsibilities

• Demonstrates and applies a thorough and accurate knowledge of the teaching field and discipline;
• Plans and organizes instruction in ways which maximize student learning. Practice excellence in teaching and instruction;
• Modifies instructional methods and strategies to meet diverse students’ needs;
• Prepare lesson plans and teach course as prescribed by the approved institutional curriculum;
• Encourages the development of communication skills and higher order thinking skills through appropriate assignments.

Requirements

• Registered or Certified Medical Assistant;
• 5+ years’ experience in medical back office, degree preferred;
• Current CPR certification;
• Previous teaching experience preferred;
• Certifications, Licenses, Registrations Requirements: RMA, CMA, NCMA, or CCMA;
• Meet TWC instructor requirements.

Benefits

• Training & Development
• Fun & Energetic, Family-Based Environment
• Continuous Growth Opportunities
• Medical, Dental, & Vision Options
• Health Savings & Flexible Spending Options (HSA & FSA)
• Basic Life & Accident Insurance
• Short & Long-term Disability
• 401K Retirement Plan
• SCI is an Equal Opportunity employer.

About Southern Careers Institute

SCI has been changing lives for over 60 years, now and we’re just getting started. We offer certification-based training with programs in Medical, Business, Cosmetology, Skilled-Trades and Technology with campuses spanning across central and south Texas as well as online. Our students can graduate most of our programs in under one year and with real-world experience under their belt.