Part Time Instructor - Medical Assistant

Position Summary

The Part Time Medical Assistant Instructor supports the Medical Assistant program instructor in delivering instruction and practical training that prepare students for entry-level medical assisting responsibilities. Under the direction of the program instructor and Program Director, the Instructor assists with classroom activities, demonstrations, supervised clinical skills practice, student assessment, and instructional support. The instructor helps reinforce course content and promote a safe, professional, and supportive learning environment.

Position responsibilities

Instructional Support

 

• Assist the primary instructor with classroom instruction, demonstrations, review sessions, and guided learning activities.
• Help students understand course concepts and complete assigned learning activities while following the instructor’s course plan.
• Use approved instructional materials, presentations, and multimedia resources to support student learning.

Clinical Skills Training

 

• Assist with demonstrations and supervised practice of medical assisting skills, including vital signs, EKGs, injections, laboratory procedures, and other skills included in the approved curriculum.​​​​​​​​​​​​​​
• Observe students during skills practice and provide guidance and corrective feedback within the adjunct’s qualifications and assigned responsibilities.​​​​​​​
• Help prepare, organize, and maintain classroom and skills-lab supplies and equipment.

Student Assessment and Support

 

• Assist with quizzes, examinations, practical assessments, skills check-offs, and other evaluations as directed by the primary instructor.​​​​​​​
• Provide timely, constructive feedback to students and communicate concerns about student progress or performance to the primary instructor.
• Perform other related duties as assigned to support the effective delivery of the Medical Assistant program.

Minimum Position Requirements

 

• Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) credential or equivalent certification required, consistent with the program’s requirements.
• Relevant experience in medical assisting or a related healthcare setting.
• Teaching, training, mentoring, or precepting experience preferred.
• Demonstrated proficiency in clinical and administrative procedures relevant to medical assisting.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, organizational, and student-support skills.
• Ability to work collaboratively with the primary instructor and follow established course plans and program procedures.

Supervisory Responsibilities

 

• 0 Full-Time Direct Reports      0 Part-Time Direct Reports

Physical Demands and Work Environment

 

• Work is normally performed in a classroom, skills laboratory, or typical interior/office environment.
• May require standing for extended periods, demonstrating clinical skills, and occasionally lifting or moving supplies or equipment weighing up to 30 pounds.
• May involve use of clinical training equipment and exposure to routine classroom or laboratory risks; required safety procedures and precautions must be followed.

Safety

 

• Provide resources for safe operation of units. Create and support workplace safety.

Salary Range & Fringe Benefits

 

• The salary for this part-time faculty Position is $30.00/hour
• Worker’s compensation 
• Limited Part-Time Retirement Plan

Disclaimer

The above description is an overview of the job.  It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job.  Duties and responsibilities may change with business needs.  Kilgore College reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or with notice.  Employees may be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned.  In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made by Kilgore College at its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Kilgore College does not participate in the federal Social Security program. 

All full-time positions are located in Kilgore, TX. No fully work from home positions are available at this time. All employees must be available to physically present to work on the Kilgore, TX or Longview, TX Campus. Some Part-Time and Adjunct positions may be offsite but the candidate MUST live in the State of Texas.

Kilgore College is a two-year, comprehensive public community college with a campus in Kilgore and an extension center in Longview, Texas. With approximately 7,000 students, Kilgore College is a student-centered institution characterized by excellence in teaching and quality learning opportunities. Kilgore College is focused on continually improving their students’ holistic experience leading them to success in life while improving access to higher education and partnering with those who advance the vision of a stronger community culturally, socially and economically.

Vision Statement: We commit to be the higher education institution of choice in Northeast Texas.

Positions will remain open until filled. Some Adjunct and Part-Time teaching positions may remain open perpetually as the need for part time instructors fluctuates with student enrollment. Teaching positions will be required to submit official transcripts upon an offer of employment. An offer of employment will be contingent upon passing a background check. Federal law prohibits the employment of unauthorized aliens. All persons hired must submit satisfactory proof of employment authorization and identity within three (3) days of being hired. Failure to submit proof within the required time shall result in immediate employment termination. All position appointments are subject to approval by the college's Board of Trustees.

This description is an overview of the job. It is not intended to be an all-inclusive list of duties and responsibilities of the job, nor is it intended to be an all-inclusive list of the skills and abilities required to do the job. Duties and responsibilities may change with business needs. Kilgore College reserves the right to add, change, amend, or delete portions of this job description at any time, with or with notice. Employees may be required to perform other duties as requested, directed, or assigned. In addition, reasonable accommodations may be made by Kilgore College at its discretion to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

Kilgore College is an equal opportunity institution and does not discriminate on the basis of sex, race, color, religion, age, national origin, disability in violation of Section 504 of the Rehabilitation Act or 34 C.F.R. Part 104, veteran’s status or genetic information in its educational programs, employment policies or activities.

All positions are considered security-sensitive and subject to a background check pre-employment.