Medical Assistant Instructor (Part-Time)
Medical Assistant Instructor (Part-Time)
Location: Mesa, AZ (Mesa Campus – 957 S. Dobson Road) | On-Site
Type: Part-Time (8 Hours per Week)
Schedule: Tuesday & Thursday Mornings | 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM
Compensation: $20.80 – $24.96 per hour
Position Summary
If you are passionate about other people’s growth and development, this is a great opportunity! Transfer your medical assistant knowledge and clinical skills into an inspiring teaching role at our Mesa campus.
Pima Medical Institute is seeking a Medical Assistant Instructor to join our faculty on a structured part-time morning schedule (8 hours per week, Tuesdays and Thursdays). In this role, you will lead classroom lectures, facilitate hands-on clinical lab demonstrations, and guide students toward acquiring the skills needed for a successful career in healthcare.
Key Responsibilities
Instructional Delivery & Student Support:
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Lesson Execution: Implement and evaluate daily lesson plans, including scheduled activities, course materials, lectures, and practical skill demonstrations for both group and individual learning.
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Tailored Instruction: Plan instruction to achieve specific learning objectives based on student needs and established curriculum standards.
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Academic Advising: Assist and advise students regarding the Medical Assistant program curriculum, academic progress, and skill development.
Assessment & Academic Administration:
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Student Evaluation: Evaluate student performance regarding curriculum achievements and practical activities, making necessary provisions to support individual learning needs.
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Record Keeping: Maintain accurate student attendance and grade records in accordance with established institutional policies. Prepare final module grades to update student transcripts on time.
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Enrichment Activities: Arrange and coordinate guest speakers, community service field trips, and visits to local clinics and medical offices.
Program & Lab Operations:
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Safety & Monitoring: Monitor students in classroom and lab settings, ensuring all safety precautions, biohazard protocols, and infection control standards are strictly adhered to.
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Operational Support: May assist with supply/equipment inventory and ordering. May assist with coordinating externship placements for Medical Assistant students.
Qualifications
Minimum Requirements:
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Education & Experience: Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program recognized by the USDE or CHEA (or recognized equivalent/foreign entity) AND three (3) years of occupational experience as a Medical Assistant
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A minimum of four (4) years of job-related training and experience for non-accredited program graduates.
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National Certification: Must hold a current, unencumbered national registration or certification through an accredited agency (CMA or RMA).
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Licensure: Current license, certification, or designation as required by local, state, or federal laws to work in the Medical Assistant field.
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Technical Skills: Verbal and written communication skills; proficiency in Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) and basic computer/digital tools.
Compensation & Part-Time Benefits
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Hiring Range: $20.80 to $24.96 per hour.
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Schedule: Part-Time (8 hours per week, Tuesday and Thursday mornings, 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM).
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Benefits: Paid Sick Time accrued in accordance with the Arizona Fair Wages and Healthy Families A