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Adjunct Medical Terminology Instructor Jobs (NOW HIRING)

If you are selected for a screening interview for an adjunct faculty position, you must bring an official transcript(s) in a sealed envelope from the educational institution to the interview.

Adjunct Faculty, Medical Terminology Special Note: This is a part-time (adjunct) faculty position. Candidates will be interviewed and hired on an as-needed basis throughout the academic year.

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How much do adjunct medical terminology instructor jobs pay per hour?

As of Sep 9, 2026, the average hourly pay for adjunct medical terminology instructor in the United States is $40.50, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $28.85 and $57.69 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What does an adjunct medical terminology instructor do?

An Adjunct Medical Terminology Instructor is a part-time educator who teaches students the vocabulary and language used in the medical field. They develop lesson plans, deliver lectures, and assess student understanding of medical terms, abbreviations, and concepts. These instructors often work at colleges or vocational schools and may also provide support to students both in and out of the classroom. Their goal is to help students gain the foundational language skills needed for careers in healthcare.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as an adjunct medical terminology instructor?

To thrive as an Adjunct Medical Terminology Instructor, you need a strong background in medical terminology, teaching or healthcare experience, and at least a bachelor's degree in a relevant field. Familiarity with learning management systems (LMS), electronic textbooks, and online teaching tools is often required. Excellent communication, adaptability, and the ability to engage and motivate students are standout soft skills. These competencies are crucial for effectively conveying complex medical language and ensuring student success in health-related programs.

How does an adjunct medical terminology instructor typically balance teaching responsibilities with other professional commitments?

As an Adjunct Medical Terminology Instructor, you will often teach part-time while maintaining other professional roles, such as clinical practice or administrative work. This position usually offers flexible scheduling, with classes taking place during evenings or weekends to accommodate both students and instructors. However, balancing these responsibilities requires effective time management, as you'll be preparing lesson plans, grading assignments, and responding to student inquiries outside of class hours. Collaborating with full-time faculty and participating in departmental meetings may also be expected, though to a lesser extent than for full-time instructors.

What is the difference between Adjunct Medical Terminology Instructor vs Part-Time Medical Coding Instructor?

AspectAdjunct Medical Terminology InstructorPart-Time Medical Coding Instructor
CredentialsTypically requires a medical terminology certification or degreeRequires medical coding certification (e.g., CPC, CCS) and related experience
Work EnvironmentEducational institutions, classrooms, online platformsVocational schools, community colleges, online courses
Employer & Industry UsageHealthcare education, academic settingsHealthcare training, coding schools, colleges
Common Search & ComparisonFocuses on teaching medical terminologyFocuses on teaching medical coding procedures

Both roles involve teaching healthcare-related subjects in educational settings. The Adjunct Medical Terminology Instructor specializes in medical language instruction, while the Part-Time Medical Coding Instructor focuses on coding procedures and billing. They share similar credentials and work environments but differ in subject matter expertise.

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Infographic showing various Adjunct Medical Terminology Instructor job openings in the United States as of August 2026, with employment types broken down into 1% As Needed, 78% Full Time, 15% Part Time, and 6% Contract. Highlights an 91% Physical, 1% Hybrid, and 8% Remote job distribution, with an average salary of $84,238 per year, or $40.5 per hour.

Medical Terminology (Adjunct) Instructor

Dale, IN • On-site

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Colleges, Universities, and Professional Schools • 1 - 5K employees

$76/hr

Part-time

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Job description

Position Summary:

Required Qualifications: Master's degree in a related field.

Supplemental Job Information

The College is seeking applicants to teach part-time for upcoming semesters. Applications will remain actively on file for one year. To be considered, applicants must have been awarded the qualifying degree and/or qualifying graduate semester hours. If you are selected for a screening interview for an adjunct faculty position, you must bring an official transcript(s) in a sealed envelope from the educational institution to the interview. Applicants with a qualifying degree from an educational institution outside the United States and Canada must submit a foreign credential evaluation from one of the members of the National Association of Credential Evaluations Services (website: www.naces.org).

Additional Documents Required

To complete your application, you must attach a copy of your graduate academic transcripts from a regionally accredited institution of higher education, showing attainment of at least the minimum qualifications. Do not send official transcripts to the College unless specifically asked to do so at a later date. You can scan your transcript(s) and attach to the application. If you cannot attach your transcripts, contact the Employment Office prior to the job close date (if applicable) and we will attach the document(s) for you. If the transcript does not reflect the awarding of the qualifying degree, or the attainment of the required graduate semester hours, attach written documentation from the educational institution showing when the degree was awarded or hours earned.

Pay Rate

Adjunct faculty is compensated at $76.00 per instructional load point (based on the number of assigned load points). No distinction is made for advanced degrees and pay is calculated based on actual classes taught (the load points). Load points are generated: (1) one lecture or distance learning credit hour generates 10 load points and (2) one laboratory contact hour or one clinical contact hour generates 8 load points.

Location: All Campuses

Brandon campus, Dale Mabry campus, MacDill A.F.B. center, Plant City campus, SouthShore campus, Ybor City campus

Hillsborough Community College is an Equal Opportunity Employer, we believe that diversity and inclusion among our applicants and employees is critical to our success as a community partner.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment opportunities without regard to race, color, religion, sex, pregnancy, national origin, age, physical/mental disability, marital status, sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, genetic information, and military/veteran status.

Preference willalsobe given to veterans and spouses who are eligible under the Veterans' Preference Law. At time of application, submittal of Form DD214 is theminimumrequirement for veterans' preference claim.Note: Please upload your DD214 as an attachment as part of your application at the time of submission.

The selected candidate identified for this position will be required to successfully complete a Level II criminal background check, which includes fingerprinting.

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