Medical Assistant Instructor (Part-Time – Afternoons)

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

Benefits offered by this job

Paid sick leave

ESOP eligibility

Employee discount programs

Job summary

Pima Medical Institute is seeking a part-time Medical Assistant Instructor for afternoon classes at the Albuquerque campus. This role involves hands-on teaching, student mentoring, and maintaining accurate records on-site.

The position supports experienced clinicians moving into education, with a predictable 16-hour-week schedule and an emphasis on patient-care experience and classroom guidance.

Qualifications

• Education: accredited Medical Assisting program or 3 years related training/experience.
• Clinical experience: minimum 3 years full-time Medical Assistant work.
• Certification: CMA or RMA; or willingness to obtain.
• State licensing: applicable credentials as required by local/state regulations.
• Technical skills: MS Office and digital communication tools.

Responsibilities

• Instructional Delivery & Student Support: design and deliver engaging lesson plans meeting curriculum objectives.
• Lab Guidance: provide hands-on lab instruction and guide skill development.
• Student Assessment: evaluate coursework, labs, and exams with timely feedback.
• Mentorship & Advising: maintain office hours to support and mentor students.

Skills

Teaching experience

Lab instruction

Student mentoring

Classroom management

Education

Accredited Medical Assisting program or 3 years equivalent

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint)

Job description

Medical Assistant Instructor (Part-Time – Afternoons)

Medical Assistant Instructor (Part-Time – Afternoons) Location: Albuquerque, NM (Albuquerque Campus) | On-Site Type: Part-Time (16 Hours per Week) Schedule: Afternoon Classes Compensation: $20.80 – $24.96 per hour

Medical Assistant Instructor (Part-Time – Afternoons)

Location: Albuquerque, NM (Albuquerque Campus) | On-Site

Type: Part-Time (16 Hours per Week)

Schedule: Afternoon Classes

Compensation: $20.80 – $24.96 per hour

Position Summary

Pima Medical Institute is seeking an experienced and certified Medical Assistant Instructor to join our faculty at our Albuquerque campus.

This is a great opportunity to step into healthcare education on a predictable part-time schedule (16 hours per week, afternoon classes). Take this opportunity to apply your direct patient care experience, clinical skills, and professional wisdom toward mentoring and inspiring the next generation of Medical Assistants!

Key Responsibilities

Instructional Delivery & Student Support:

• Engaging Teaching: Design and deliver interactive lesson plans that accommodate diverse adult learning styles while meeting established curriculum objectives.

• Lab Guidance: Provide hands‑on lab instruction, demonstrating clinical procedures and guiding students through skill development.

• Student Assessment: Evaluate and grade student coursework, lab skills, and exams, delivering constructive feedback within 72 hours of submission.

• Mentorship & Advising: Maintain regularly scheduled office hours to support, advise, and mentor students through their academic journey.

Academic Administration & Compliance:

• Record Keeping: Maintain accurate, complete student records, including attendance tracking, incident reports, early alerts, and progress evaluations.

• Communication & Escalation: Communicate proactively with campus leadership (Assistant Dean / Program Director) regarding student academic performance or behavioral concerns.

• Enrichment Activities: Coordinate guest speakers, clinical site visits, and community service initiatives to enhance learning.

• Safety & Environment: Enforce safety, OSHA/HIPAA standards, and security protocols across all classroom and lab settings.

Minimum Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from an accredited Medical Assisting program recognized by the USDE or CHEA OR a minimum of three (3) years of equivalent job‑related training and experience.

• Clinical Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of full‑time practical work experience as a Medical Assistant.

• Certification: Current, unencumbered national Medical Assistant certification (CMA or RMA); or willingness to obtain certification if not currently held.

• State Licensing: Applicable state and local professional credentials as required by local and state regulations.

• Technical Skills: Functional proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, PowerPoint) and digital communication tools.

Preferred Qualifications:

• Prior classroom, lab, or clinical preceptor teaching experience.

• Advanced clinical expertise in a specialty medical area.

Compensation & Part-Time Benefits

• Hourly Rate: $20.80 to $24.96 per hour.

• Schedule: Part‑time afternoon schedule (16 hours/week).

• Benefits: Paid sick leave in accordance with state/local mandates, Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) eligibility, and access to Employee Discount Programs.