Medical Assistant Instructor - Part Time

Unitek Learning; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 42,705 - 46,838; Part time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision insurance

Vacation starting at 2 weeks per year

12 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays

Company paid life insurance

Tuition assistance for employees and family

Job summary

Unitek Learning is seeking a Part-Time Medical Assistant Instructor to provide evening instruction in San Jose, California. The role involves educating students and maintaining their engagement while ensuring learning objectives are met.

Applicants should have relevant teaching experience, clinical expertise, and a strong ability to mentor diverse student populations. The position offers competitive compensation and benefits including health insurance and tuition assistance.

Qualifications

• Minimum of a High School Diploma; advanced education preferred.
• Three years of hands-on clinical experience in the medical assistant role.
• Certified Medical Assistant (RMA, CMA, NRCMA) preferred.

Responsibilities

• Educate and provide training to students.
• Design and carry out lesson plans accommodating individual differences.
• Provide ongoing student advisement and academic counseling.

Skills

Hands-on clinical experience

Current knowledge of Medical Assistant practices

Ability to mentor diverse student populations

Proficiency in Microsoft Office

Excellent communication skills

Education

High School Diploma

Graduated from an accredited medical assisting program

Certified Medical Assistant (RMA, CMA, NRCMA)

Tools

Microsoft Office

Learning management systems (e.g., Canvas)

Job description

Medical Assistant Instructor - Part Time

• Part-time
• Type of Position : Campus
• Compensation: USD 31 - USD 34 per hour
• Schedule: M-TH 5:30pm-9:45pm (varies based on campus needs)

This position is part time evening shift with daily responsibilities on campus. It provides fully prepared current instruction that meets desired learning outcomes, academic advising and career counseling, and active engagement in retention activities.

Responsibilities:

• Educate and provide technological and academic training to students
• Ensure students are aware of the competencies necessary for all objectives in the syllabus
• Design and carry out a lesson plan for each class taught that recognizes students’ abilities, learning styles and provides accommodation for individual student differences
• Always exhibit world class service when working with students as well as coworkers
• Analyze outward signs of problems that students may have that inhibit achievement and take appropriate action
• Refer students to campus director or student services to overcome traits that may hinder high level of achievement
• Provide ongoing student advisement and academic counseling
• Use a variety of means of evaluation to support student abilities (cooperative learning, reports, and teamwork)
• Provide input and participate in academic committees for enrichment of programs and student life
• Support all company initiatives by process and procedure as communicated
• Work and communicate effectively with all campus departmental staff
• Adhere to all company policies and procedures
• Comply with all State, Department of Education, and accreditation regulations

Education:

• Minimum of a High School Diploma; advanced education or college degree preferred but will consider candidates with equivalent experience
• Graduate of an accredited medical assisting program preferred
• Certified Medical Assistant (RMA, CMA, NRCMA) preferred

Experience / Skills:

• Three demonstrable years of hands‑on clinical experience in the medical assistant role
• Current knowledge of Medical Assistant practice
• Ability to mentor a highly diverse student population
• Ability to work independently
• Proficiency in Microsoft Office and learning management systems such as Canvas preferred
• Proficient in interpersonal oral presentation; excellent communication skills

We Offer:

• Medical, Dental and Vision starting the 1st of the month following 30 days of employment
• 2 weeks starting vacation per year, increasing based on years of service with the company
• 12 paid holidays and 2 floating holidays
• Company paid life insurance at 1x annual salary
• Leadership development and training for career advancement
• Tuition assistance and forgiveness for you and your family up to 100% depending on program