Medical Assistant Instructor (Part-Time)

Pima Medical Institute; Phoenix (AZ); On-site; USD 29,000 - 34,000; Part time

Job summary

Pima Medical Institute in Phoenix is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant Instructor to mentor and train students in the Medical Assistant program. This evening role totals 10 hours per week and operates on Tuesdays and Thursdays from 6:00 PM to 10:00 PM with additional admin time.

The instructor will plan lessons, assess student work, provide mentorship, and support campus activities while ensuring compliance and quality of instruction.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program recognized by the USDE or CHEA.
• Three years of full-time practical experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and routine office software.

Responsibilities

• Instruction & Curriculum Delivery: develop and deliver engaging lesson plans for adult learners.
• Student Engagement & Academic Advising: grade coursework, mentor students, and provide office hours.
• Program Administration & Campus Engagement: manage documentation, supervise externships, and participate in campus activities.

Skills

Microsoft Office Suite

Video conferencing tools

General computer applications

Education

Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program recognized by USDE or CHEA

Job description

Location: Phoenix, AZ (Phoenix Campus) | On-Site
Type: Part-Time (10 Hours per Week)
Schedule: Tuesday & Thursday: 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM Class Schedule + Admin Time
Department: Medical Assistant Program
Compensation: $20.80 – $24.96 per hour
Position Summary
Our student population is growing!
Are you passionate about training and mentoring Medical Assistants and interns? Join our team as a Medical Assistant Instructor and inspire the next generation of healthcare professionals!
This part-time evening role (10 hours per week) offers an outstanding work-life balance, allowing you to share your clinical knowledge and back-office skills while maintaining your daytime commitments.
Key Responsibilities
Instruction & Curriculum Delivery:

• Lesson Planning: Develop and deliver engaging lesson plans tailored to various adult learning styles.
• Objective-Driven Instruction: Plan instruction to achieve specific learning objectives based on student needs and curriculum requirements.
• Course Enhancement: Continuously review and recommend improvements to course materials, including syllabi, homework assignments, and handouts.

Student Engagement & Academic Advising

• Grading & Feedback: Assess and grade students’ coursework, assignments, and practical skill check-offs within 72 hours.
• Mentorship: Maintain regularly scheduled face-to-face office hours to advise, tutor, and mentor students.
• Early Intervention: Address academic or behavioral concerns directly with students, notifying the Assistant Dean of Faculty and Student Services Coordinator as needed.

Program Administration & Campus Engagement

• Record Keeping: Complete required documentation, including student files, attendance records, incident reports, and early alerts.
• Clinical Supervision & Enrichment: Supervise student externships; organize guest lectures, community service trips, and visits to local medical facilities.
• Campus & Compliance Participation: Participate in faculty meetings, advisory board discussions, in-service training, graduations, and workshops; enforce safety and security standards across all campus spaces.

Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
OR

• Education & Experience:
• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program recognized by the USDE or CHEA (or a hospital-based/equivalent institution) AND three (3) years of full-time practical experience as a Medical Assistant.

• A minimum of three (3) years of job-related training and experience for non-accredited program graduates.

• Technical Skills: Proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint), video-conferencing tools, and general computer applications.

Required Licenses, Certifications, Or Registrations

• Current, unencumbered national registration or certification through an accredited agency (CMA or RMA), or the ability to obtain one prior to start.
• Any additional current license, certification, or credential required by local, state, and federal laws.

Compensation & Part-Time Benefits

• Hiring Range: $20.80 to $24.96 per hour.
• Schedule: Part-Time (10 hours per week: Tuesday & Thursday 6:00 PM – 10:00 PM + admin time).