Job Details

Type: Adjunct/Part-Time
Posted: 10/24/2025
Category: Medical Assistants
Requisition Number: DF2997

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Summary

The Adjunct Medical Assistant Instructor will instruct and facilitate meaningful learning that aligns with course outcomes in the curriculum. This position supports a learning-centered environment, enabling graduates to meet the evolving demands of the healthcare industry.

Faculty are expected to promote a culture that values mutual respect, diversity, lifelong learning, and ethics. The instructor will ensure that South University’s philosophy — quality service, growth, innovation, and collaboration — is integrated into all teaching and professional duties.

This is an on-campus position (not remote).

Key Job Elements

• Manage the educational process to provide every student with a positive and engaging learning experience.

• Deliver instruction in accordance with South University’s curriculum model and system delivery style.

• Develop instructional plans and activities that meet course outcomes and lesson objectives.

• Use technology effectively in the classroom to enhance the student learning experience.

• Establish and maintain student performance standards and evaluation methods.

• Foster a learning-centered environment through effective planning, preparation, and class engagement.

• Encourage student success with flexibility, passion for teaching, and active participation.

• Maintain accurate records, grades, and attendance while enforcing academic and attendance policies.

• Integrate real-world, industry-based experiences into classroom instruction.

• Participate in faculty development programs to enhance instructional skills and effectiveness.

• Collaborate and communicate consistently with supervisors, faculty peers, and administrators.

• Contribute to university initiatives, including orientations, graduations, workshops, and committee participation.

Job Requirements

• Education: Bachelor’s degree in a health-related field (preferably Nursing, Physician Assistant, or Healthcare Management).

• Certification: Current CMA, RMA, or CCMA certification required.

• Experience:

  • Clinical and administrative medical office experience, including billing and coding.

  • Minimum of six months of post-secondary teaching experience (preferred).

  • Membership in a professional healthcare or education association (preferred).

  • Knowledge of best practices in medical assisting and healthcare education.

• Skills:

  • Strong communication (written and verbal) and interpersonal skills.

  • Excellent time management, organization, and attention to detail.

  • Proficiency in Microsoft Office and familiarity with Learning Management Systems (LMS).

Essential Skills and Abilities

• Academic Knowledge: Understanding of university guidelines, course design, and curriculum development.

• Technical Proficiency: Skilled in digital media creation and LMS use.

• Critical Thinking: Ability to analyze, evaluate, and solve problems effectively.

• Research: Skilled in gathering and applying relevant information.

• Interpersonal: Able to communicate effectively and foster student engagement.

• Time Management: Capable of prioritizing and completing tasks efficiently.

• Attention to Detail: Ensures accuracy and completeness in all work.

• Teaching Ability: Communicates course material clearly and supports diverse learners.

• Engagement: Demonstrates fairness, compassion, and responsiveness to students.

Additional Requirements

• Must be legally authorized to work in the United States.

• Ability to work flexible hours and maintain required office hours.

• Must complete New Faculty Orientation and other mandatory trainings.

• Ability to perform all essential duties in a standard educational environment.

Work Environment

The work environment is representative of typical classroom and academic office conditions. Faculty must be able to communicate professionally in person, by phone, and via electronic means. Reasonable accommodations will be provided for qualified individuals with disabilities.

Equal Opportunity Employer

South University is an Equal Opportunity Employer and values diversity as an essential element of academic and professional success. The University is committed to cultivating an inclusive environment where diverse perspectives, ideas, and cultures thrive to support student and employee achievement.