Gulf Coast College is seeking a Clinical Medical Assisting Instructor to join our academic team. This role is ideal for an experienced Medical Assistant who enjoys teaching, mentoring, and helping students build the skills and confidence needed to begin successful careers in healthcare.

The instructor will provide classroom, laboratory, and hands-on instruction in clinical and administrative medical assisting, using lectures, demonstrations, practical exercises, and instructional technology to support student learning.

Key Responsibilities

• Deliver engaging instruction in accordance with approved curriculum and course objectives.

• Demonstrate and teach clinical and administrative medical assisting skills.

• Provide hands-on laboratory instruction and evaluate student competency.

• Administer assignments, examinations, and practical skills assessments.

• Maintain accurate attendance, grades, and student progress records.

• Provide academic support and guidance to students.

• Maintain a professional, organized, and safe classroom and laboratory environment.

• Participate in faculty meetings, training, and professional development activities.

• Assist with curriculum and instructional improvements as needed.

• Model the professionalism and workplace expectations required in the healthcare field.

Clinical Skills

Candidates should be proficient in areas including:

• Infection control, aseptic technique, and OSHA standards

• Vital signs and patient histories

• Phlebotomy and specimen collection

• EKG/ECG procedures

• Medication administration and injections, as permitted by applicable law and institutional policy

• Sterilization and autoclave procedures

• Medical documentation

• Assisting with examinations and procedures

• Medical emergencies and basic first aid

• Clinical equipment and laboratory safety

Qualifications

• Current certification or registration as a Medical Assistant required.

• Minimum of 4 years of professional Medical Assistant experience with relevant clinical experience.

• Associate or bachelor's degree preferred, but not required.

• Strong knowledge of clinical and administrative medical assisting, including phlebotomy, EKG, spirometry, vital signs, medical documentation, billing, and medical terminology.

• Previous teaching, training, mentoring, or supervisory experience preferred.

• Strong communication, organizational, and interpersonal skills.

• Ability to effectively engage and support students in both classroom and hands-on learning environments.

• American Heart Association BLS Instructor certification and/or Certified Phlebotomy Technician certification are a plus.

COMPANY OVERVIEW

Gulf Coast College is a community-based organization committed to educating individuals in their quest for employment or career advancement. We achieve this by creating dynamic local learning environments that are accessible, affordable and student focused on individuals who might not otherwise have opportunities for postsecondary educational experience. Our measure of success is defined by students’ technical and academic achievement, graduation and employment in the career field of their choice.

Gulf Coast College is proud to employ a diverse and dedicated team of professionals who are passionate about inspiring students to achieve excellence and reach their full potential.

We offer a competitive salary and comprehensive benefits package, along with a business casual work environment and flexible scheduling—because we recognize that balance between personal and professional life is essential.

If you are motivated, committed, and ready to be part of an organization that values and supports its employees, we encourage you to apply online.

BENEFIT PROGRAM

Featured benefits for full-time team members include:

• Health, dental, and vision insurance
• Life and disability insurance
• Critical illness, accident, and hospital indemnity insurance
• Pet insurance and pet discount program
• 401(k) plan
• Paid time off

Equal Opportunity Employment
Gulf Coast College and Current HR ("organizations") provide equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, or genetics. In addition to federal law requirements, the organizations comply with applicable state and local laws governing nondiscrimination in employment in every location in which it has operations. This policy applies to all terms and conditions of employment, including recruiting, hiring, placement, and compensation.