Instructor - Medical Assistant at Dixie Technical College in St. George, UT, USA

Job description

• Join Dixie Technical College and build a rewarding teaching career with a predictable schedule, strong work-life balance, and the opportunity to shape the next generation of healthcare professionals in sunny St. George, Utah.
• As our Medical Assistant Instructor, you'll lead engaging classroom and hands-on lab instruction while creating a positive learning environment where students develop into skilled healthcare professionals. This is a full-time position with Monday–Thursday teaching hours (7:00 AM to 5:00 PM or 8:00 AM to 6:00 PM) and occasional Friday coverage.

Responsibilities

• Instruction & Curriculum
• Deliver daily lectures and hands-on lab-based instruction that connect students to real-world industry needs
• Develop and maintain syllabi, curriculum, and lesson plans aligned with industry standards and latest healthcare practices
• Create diverse, active learning experiences with emphasis on hands-on, practical skills
• Student Success & Assessment
• Assign grades and provide timely feedback that support student growth and confidence
• Track student performance and progress; refer students to support services proactively when needed
• Help ensure students graduate, pass licensure exams, and secure employment in the field
• Program Excellence
• Maintain classroom and lab readiness for daily activities and adhere to all safety standards
• Collaborate with the program team to refine curriculum and build partnerships with industry professionals
• Stay current with industry advancements and adjust curriculum accordingly
• Support accreditation compliance (COE standards) and maintain required documentation
• Department Teamwork
• Partner with the director, admissions, and recruiters to build strong student cohorts
• Actively participate as a collaborative member of the program team
• Mentor adjunct instructors as needed

Requirements

• 5+ years of industry experience in Medical Assisting, Phlebotomy, Nursing, or related patient care
• NHA CCMA certification (or ability to pass the CCMA exam within 6 months of hire)
• Hands-on clinical experience (patient care, vitals, procedures, point-of-care testing, etc.)
• High school diploma or equivalent
• Strong communication and presentation skills
• Proficiency with Google Suite
• Instructional experience preferred

Skills

Required

• Proficiency with Google Suite

Preferred

• Instructional experience

Benefits

• Compensation & Benefits
• Medical and dental coverage (College pays medical plan costs and most dental costs)
• Health Savings Account contributions ($1,950–$4,950/year depending on coverage level)
• 403(b) retirement contributions at 20.4% of salary with no match requirement
• Employer-provided life insurance, AD&D, and LTD at no cost
• Paid holidays, breaks, and 15 days vacation per year
• No Social Security tax obligations for salaried employees
• Competitive salary: $65K–$70K, plus exceptional benefits including fully paid medical, 20.4% employer retirement contributions, and generous paid time off.