Medical Assistant Instructor (Substitute)

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

Job summary

Pima Medical Institute is seeking a part-time PRN Medical Assistant Instructor to teach and mentor MA students. This substitute role offers flexibility with class time and administration tasks, averaging 5–10 hours per week on-site.

Responsibilities include lesson planning, student assessment, and campus engagement, with opportunities for guest lectures and clinical supervision. The ideal candidate has MA credentialing and proficiency with MS Office and video conferencing.

Qualifications

• Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program and 3 years of full-time MA experience.
• OR 3 years of job-related training and experience for non-accredited graduates.
• Current CMA or RMA certification or ability to obtain before start.

Responsibilities

• Lesson planning and delivering engaging adult-focused instruction.
• Assess coursework and provide timely feedback (within 72 hours).
• Mentor students through office hours and academic advising.
• Supervise externships and arrange guest lectures and campus visits.
• Maintain required documentation and campus compliance.

Skills

Microsoft Office

Video conferencing

General computer apps

Education

Accredited Medical Assistant program

CMA or RMA certification (or ability to obtain)

Tools

Microsoft Office Suite

Video conferencing tools

Job description

Medical Assistant Instructor (Substitute)

Job Category : Faculty West

Requisition Number : MEDIC008104

• Part-Time
• On-site

Locations

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Description

Medical Assistant Instructor (Subsitute)

Type: PRN, as needed

Schedule: Flexible class time + administration time (5-10 hours per week)

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 substitute role offers an outstanding work-life balance, allowing you to share your clinical knowledge and back-office skills while maintaining your daytime commitments.

Key Responsibilities

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

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.

OR

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.

Hiring Range: $20.80 to $24.96 per hour.

Schedule: Flexible class time + administration time (5-10 hours per week)

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