Medical Assistant Instructor - Part-Time - Evenings

Pima Medical Institute; Chula Vista (CA); On-site; USD 33,000 - 40,000; Part time

Job summary

Pima Medical Institute is seeking an experienced Medical Assistant Instructor for the Chula Vista campus. This part-time evening role runs 5 pm–10 pm on Tuesdays and Thursdays, teaching and guiding students in the Medical Assistant program and ensuring curriculum adherence.

You will evaluate student progress, plan lessons, and coordinate clinical activities while maintaining records and supporting externships and guest lectures.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program or equivalent training.
• Four years of job-related training and experience for instructors not graduates.
• Three years of occupational experience as Medical Assistant.
• Current CMA or RMA registration or certification.
• Current license/certification as required by local, state, or federal laws to work in Medical Assistant field.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

• Instruct and implement the Medical Assistant program to educate students according to curriculum standards.
• Plan instruction to achieve objectives based on student needs and curriculum.
• Evaluate student performance and provide accommodations to meet learning needs.
• Maintain attendance and grades; prepare final grades and transcripts.
• Coordinate guest speakers, field trips to clinics, and externships.
• Prepare lectures and demonstrations for in-class and individual sessions.
• Advise students on program curriculum and requirements.
• Assist with inventory and ordering of supplies and equipment.
• Monitor safety and classroom conduct.

Skills

Teaching

Communication

Education

CMA or RMA certification

MA program graduate

Instructor experience (4 yrs)

MA occupational experience (3 yrs)

License/certification as required by law

Tools

Word

Excel

Access

PowerPoint

Job description

Medical Assistant Instructor - Part-Time - Evenings

Instruct and implement the Medical Assistant program to educate students in accordance with the curriculum standards and objectives.

Location: Chula Vista Campus
Hours: 5 pm to 10 pm | Tuesday and Thursday
Hiring Range: $23.92 to $28.71

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ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS

• Implement and evaluate daily lesson plans for students, including scheduled activities and module materials.
• Plan instruction to achieve specific objectives based on student needs and established curriculum.
• Evaluate students' performance regarding achievements in curriculum and activities and make necessary provisions to meet learning needs.
• Maintain student attendance and grades by established policies. Prepare final grades at the end of each module to update student records and transcripts.
• Arrange and coordinate guest speakers, community service field trips, and visits to clinics and medical offices.
• Prepare lectures and practical demonstrations for students in class and individually.
• Assist and advise students with the Medical Assistant program curriculum.
• May assist with the inventory and ordering of supplies and equipment.
• May assist and coordinate externships for Medical Assistant students.
• Monitor students in the classroom. Assist students and ensure safety precautions are adhered to.
• The list of essential functions is not exhaustive and may be supplemented.

MINIMUM QUALIFICATIONS

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program or a graduate of an otherwise recognized training entity (e.g., hospital-based program) in Medical Assisting. OR
• A minimum of four (4) years of job-related training and experience for instructors not graduates from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Three (3) years of occupational (i.e., practical) experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Current medical assistant registration or certification through a nationally recognized and accredited certifying agency (CMA or RMA).
• In addition to the above criteria, must have a current license, certification, or other designation as required by local, state, or federal laws to work in the Medical Assistant field.
• Verbal and written communication skills.
• Knowledge of Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and computer skills.