Laboratory Assistant – Medical Assistant (Part-Time)

Position Summary

Support the hands-on education and training of future healthcare professionals on a flexible morning schedule! Pima Medical Institute is seeking a Laboratory Assistant – Medical Assistant to join our faculty for 8 hours per week during morning lab sessions. In this role, you will work side-by-side with program faculty to set up lab scenarios, guide students through clinical skill check-offs, grade assignments using instructor answer keys, and ensure students master essential back-office and front-office clinical skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Lab Preparation & Instructional Support:
  • Scenario Development: Coordinate regularly with program faculty and didactic instructors to develop, schedule, and execute practical morning lab scenarios.
  • Hands-on Demonstration: Demonstrate the proper operation of all clinical skills equipment, ensuring students adhere to safe, current medical assisting procedures.
  • Supply Management: Monitor lab inventory, check supplies, and prepare restock requests for the Faculty Coordinator or Office Assistant. Assist with preparing and copying course materials as needed.
• Student Advising & Grading:
  • Skill Check-Offs: Assist instructors at the end of each module to ensure all clinical check-off sheets are fully completed, signed, and turned in to administration on time.
  • Academic Feedback: Assist in grading student homework and quizzes using provided instructor keys. Schedule regular check-ins with students to advise them on their academic performance and progress.
• Faculty Collaboration: Provide feedback to Didactic Instructors, Clinical Directors, and Program Directors regarding individual student learning needs and potential academic risks.
• Record Keeping & Compliance:
  • Confidentiality: Maintain detailed, confidential student records regarding performance, skill progression, testing, and written assignments in accordance with institutional policy.
  • Professional Development: Maintain thorough familiarity with course objectives and program standards, participating in faculty in-service trainings and professional development events.

Qualifications

• Education: Graduation from an accredited Medical Assistant program recognized by the USDE or CHEA (or recognized equivalent/foreign entity) OR a minimum of four (4) years of job-related training and experience for non-accredited program graduates.
• Practical Experience: Minimum of three (3) years of occupational (practical) experience as a Medical Assistant.
• Technical Proficiency: Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (Word, Excel, Access, PowerPoint) and basic computer/office software.
• Communication: Strong verbal and written communication skills.

Required Licenses, Certifications, or Registrations

• Current, active national certification or registration as a Certified Medical Assistant (CMA) or Registered Medical Assistant (RMA) through an accredited agency.
• Any additional current license, certification, or designation as required by local, state, or federal laws to work in the Medical Assistant field.

Compensation & Schedule

• Hiring Range: $20.80-$24.96 per hour.
• Schedule: Part-Time (8 hours per week, morning shift availability).