Medical Instructor

Pima Medical Institute is seeking a highly qualified Medical Assistant Instructor to join our team. As a Medical Assistant Instructor, you will be responsible for teaching and mentoring students in our Medical Assistant program.

• Curriculum Development: Develop and implement daily lesson plans that meet the needs of our students, including scheduled activities and materials for modules.
• Instructional Delivery: Plan and deliver instruction to achieve specific objectives based on student need and established curriculum.
• Evaluation and Assessment: Evaluate student performance regarding achievements in curriculum and activities, and make necessary provisions to meet learning needs.
• Student Support: Maintain student attendance and grades in accordance with established policies, and prepare final grades at the end of each module to update student records and transcripts.
• Program Coordination: Arrange and coordinate guest speakers, community service field trips, and visits to clinics and medical offices to enhance the learning experience.
• Lecture Preparation: Prepare lectures and practical demonstrations for students in class and individually.
• Student Advising: Assist and advise students with Medical Assistant program curriculum.
• Supply Management: May assist with the inventory and ordering of supplies and equipment.
• Externship Coordination: May assist and coordinate externships for Medical Assistant students.
• Classroom Management: Monitor students in the classroom, assist students, and ensure safety precautions are adhered to.

• Education: Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program recognized by the U.S. Secretary of Education or the Council for Higher Education Accreditation (CHEA), or a graduate of an otherwise recognized training entity (e.g., hospital-based program) in Medical Assisting or training from an institution located outside of the United States and its territories in Medical Assisting.
• Experience: Three (3) years occupational (i.e., practical) experience as a Medical Assistant, or four (4) years of job-related training and experience for those instructors who are not graduates from an accredited Medical Assistant program.
• Certification: Current medical assistant registration or certification through a nationally recognized and accredited certifying agency (CMA or RMA).
• Communication Skills: Verbal and written communications skills.
• Computer Skills: Knowledge of Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint, and computer skills.