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:

• Lesson Execution: Implement and evaluate daily lesson plans, including scheduled activities, course materials, lectures, and practical skill demonstrations for both group and individual learning.

• Tailored Instruction: Plan instruction to achieve specific learning objectives based on student needs and established curriculum standards.

• Academic Advising: Assist and advise students regarding the Medical Assistant program curriculum, academic progress, and skill development.

Assessment & Academic Administration:

• Student Evaluation: Evaluate student performance regarding curriculum achievements and practical activities, making necessary provisions to support individual learning needs.

• 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.

• Enrichment Activities: Arrange and coordinate guest speakers, community service field trips, and visits to local clinics and medical offices.

Program & Lab Operations:

• Safety & Monitoring: Monitor students in classroom and lab settings, ensuring all safety precautions, biohazard protocols, and infection control standards are strictly adhered to.

• Operational Support: May assist with supply/equipment inventory and ordering. May assist with coordinating externship placements for Medical Assistant students.

Qualifications

Minimum Requirements:

• 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

  OR

  A minimum of four (4) years of job-related training and experience for non-accredited program graduates.

• National Certification: Must hold a current, unencumbered national registration or certification through an accredited agency (CMA or RMA).

• Licensure: Current license, certification, or designation as required by local, state, or federal laws to work in the Medical Assistant field.

• 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

• Hiring Range: $20.80 to $24.96 per hour.

• Schedule: Part-Time (8 hours per week, Tuesday and Thursday mornings, 8:00 AM – 12:30 PM).

• Benefits: Paid Sick Time accrued in accordance with the Arizona Fair Wages and Healthy Families Act (FWHFA) and access to Employee Discount Programs.