Job Description

Medical Assistant – Clinical Instructor (Part-Time)

Organization: Western Medical Training Center

Parent Company: Equip Human Solutions

Location: San Diego County, CA (In-Person Lab Instruction)

Compensation: $28/hour

Schedule: Part-Time (Evenings and/or Weekends)

About Western Medical Training Center (WMTC)

Western Medical Training Center, an Equip Human Solutions company, is a mission-driven workforce training organization dedicated to revitalizing communities and empowering individuals through accessible healthcare education. We prepare entry-level professionals to successfully pass national certification and transition confidently into the medical workforce.

Our programs combine hybrid theory instruction with immersive, hands-on clinical lab training to ensure students graduate career-ready.

Position Overview

WMTC is seeking a passionate, skilled, and student-centered Medical Assistant – Clinical Instructor to lead hands-on lab instruction for our Clinical Medical Assistant (CMA) cohorts.

This role is ideal for a Certified or Registered Medical Assistant who is enthusiastic about teaching, mentoring, and shaping the next generation of healthcare professionals.

The Clinical Instructor plays a critical role in translating theory into real-world skill mastery, ensuring students demonstrate competency, professionalism, and clinical confidence prior to externship placement.

Key Responsibilities

Clinical Instruction & Skills Training

• Facilitate in-person lab instruction aligned with national certification standards (NHA/NCCCT).
  

• Teach and supervise core MA clinical skills including:
  

  • Vital signs & patient intake
    

  • Phlebotomy & specimen collection
    

  • EKG administration
    

  • Injections (IM, SubQ, ID – simulation)
    

  • Infection control & PPE
    

  • Clinical documentation & workflow
    

• Evaluate student skill competency using standardized checklists.
  

• Provide real-time coaching and corrective feedback.
  

Student Engagement & Professional Development

• Foster a positive, accountable, and professional classroom culture.
  

• Model patient-centered communication and ethical conduct.
  

• Reinforce employability skills (punctuality, teamwork, professionalism).
  

• Support students preparing for externship placement.
  

Compliance & Documentation

• Maintain attendance records and skills validation logs.
  

• Ensure lab safety and adherence to OSHA standards.
  

• Collaborate with Program Director and Director of Student Success regarding student performance.
  

Qualifications

Required:

• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA)
  

• Minimum 3 years of recent clinical experience (ambulatory or outpatient preferred)
  

• Active BLS certification
  

• Strong communication and mentoring skills
  

• Professional demeanor and high ethical standards
  

Preferred:

• Prior teaching, training, or preceptor experience
  

• Experience with NHA certification standards
  

• Bilingual (Spanish) a plus
  

• Familiarity with hybrid education models
  

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are looking for someone who:

• Believes education changes lives.
  

• Demonstrates patience and strong coaching ability.
  

• Holds high standards while leading with encouragement.
  

• Understands the responsibility of preparing entry-level students for real clinical environments.
  

• Aligns with our mission to equip over one million lives through learning and workforce opportunity.
  

Work Environment

• Hands-on learning lab setting
  

• Evening and/or weekend schedule
  

• Collaborative team culture
  

• Mission-driven organization with strong community partnerships
  

Why Join WMTC?

• Be part of a growing workforce development organization.
  

• Directly impact students transitioning into meaningful healthcare careers.
  

• Support underserved and career-changing adult learners.
  

• Work in a supportive, values-driven environment.
  

Requirements

• High school diploma or equivalent; completion of a medical assistant training program preferred.
  
• Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) certification is preferred.
  
• Previous experience in classroom instruction or a related field is a plus.
  
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
  
• Ability to work in a fast-paced and dynamic environment.
  
• Knowledge of OSHA regulations and occupational health practices is a plus.
  
• CPR certification is a plus.
  

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