Medical Assistant Instructor - Part Time

Unitek College of Nursing; San Jose (CA); On-site; USD 43,000 - 47,000; Part time

Job summary

Unitek College of Nursing is seeking a Medical Assistant Instructor for the part-time evening shift on campus in San Jose, CA. The role involves delivering prepared instruction, advising students, and supporting program and institutional initiatives.

The ideal candidate has a high school diploma or higher, with a preferred accredited medical assisting program and CMA/RMA/NRCMA certification. Three years of clinical MA experience and LMS familiarity are desired.

Qualifications

• 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
• Three demonstrable years of hands-on clinical experience as a medical assistant
• Current knowledge of Medical Assistant practice
• Ability to mentor a highly diverse student population
• Ability to work independently
• Proficient in Microsoft Office; experience with Canvas LMS
• Proficient in interpersonal oral presentation; excellent communication skills

Responsibilities

• Educate and provide medical assistant instruction to students
• Design and carry out lesson plans for each class taught
• Provide academic advising and career counseling to students
• Engage in retention activities and support program initiatives
• Collaborate with campus staff and adhere to company policies

Job description

Medical Assistant Instructor - Part Time

• San Jose, CA, USA
• Part-time
• Type of Position : Campus
• Compensation: USD $31 - USD $34 - hourly

Company Description

Unitek Learning is a leading healthcare education organization focused on preparing the next generation of nurses and healthcare professionals.

Through its family of institutions, including Unitek College of Nursing, Eagle Gate College, Provo College, Brookline College, and Unitek EMT, Unitek delivers career-focused education designed to help students build meaningful careers while addressing critical workforce needs across the healthcare industry.

Through our Workforce Solutions segment, Unitek partners with hospitals and health systems to create sustainable talent pipelines and expand access to healthcare education through employer-based training and workforce development programs nationwide.

Job Description

We are looking for a Medical Assistant to join our team of MA faculty teaching the next generation.

The position is part time evening shift with daily responsibilities on campus

This position will provide fully prepared current instruction that meets desired learning outcomes, academic advising and career related counseling to students, actively engage in retention activities, and provide support for program and institutional initiatives.

Schedule M-TH 5:30pm-9:45pm varies based on campus needs

Compensation based on experience and needs of the program

$31-$34/HR

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 students 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 their achievement and take appropriate action
• Refer students to campus director or student services to overcome those traits that appear to be keeping the student from a 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 team work)
• Provide input and participate in academic committees formed for the purpose of enrichment of both the programs and student life on campus
• 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

Qualifications

• 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 (3) 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
• Proficient in Microsoft Office software-Experience with learning management systems such as Canvas preferred
• Proficient in interpersonal oral presentation; excellent communication skills

Additional Information

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 company
• 12 paid Holidays and 2 Floating Holiday
• Company Paid Life Insurance at 1x’s your annual salary
• Leadership development and training for career advancement
• Tuition assistance and Forgiveness for you and your family up to 100% depending on program