Medical Assistant Instructor Jobs in Bellingham, WA

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Location : Mount Vernon Campus, Mount Vernon, WA
Job Type: Associate Faculty
Job Number: A26-012
Department: Allied Health
Opening Date: 05/26/2026
Position Summary
The Opportunity: Skagit Valley College (SVC) is accepting applications for associate faculty to teach for the Nursing & Allied Health Department for the 2026/2027 academic year. The purpose of posting this position is to build a pool of qualified instructors interested in teaching Anatomy and Physiology, Phlebotomy, Medical Terminology, or American Heart Association Basic Life Support.
We are looking for faculty who have obtained mastery and demonstrated leadership in their field, who show exceptional classroom skills, whose enthusiasm for the subject matter engages students, and who challenge students through innovative pedagogy and teaching strategies. We seek faculty whose scholarly activities or work experience complement and inform their teaching. Faculty at SVC respect and work effectively with diverse students, colleagues, staff, and others in a campus climate that promotes innovative teaching, quality scholarship, a diverse learning environment, and equitable access and educational achievement for all students.
Skagit Valley College's Medical Assistant program is accredited by the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP) and is sponsored by the American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA), the organization recognized as the national professional association for medical assistants. Upon graduation, our medical assistant students are eligible to sit for the national Medical Assistant Certification Examination to become nationally certified medical assistants (CMA).
SVC is nationally known for its strong commitment to student success. We are looking for faculty who show exceptional classroom skills and who challenge students through innovative, inclusive pedagogy and teaching strategies. Faculty and staff at SVC respect and work with diverse students, colleagues, staff, and others in a campus climate that promotes innovative teaching, quality scholarship, a diverse learning environment, and equitable access and educational achievement for all students.
Please note that this posting is reviewed and hired on a quarter-by-quarter basis. Candidates will be directly contacted by the department as employment opportunities arise.
The Location: Skagit Valley College is on the traditional and unceded territories of the Coast Salish People's, especially on Swinomish Indian Tribal Community, Upper Skagit Indian Tribe, Samish Indian Nation, Nooksack Indian Tribe, and Sauk-Suiattle Indian Tribe. Located in a geographically diverse region between the dynamic metropolitan hubs of Seattle and Vancouver, BC, SVC is never far from world-class outdoor recreation, urban arts scenes, and local cultural events. SVC serves our local communities with a campus in Mount Vernon, Oak Harbor on Whidbey Island, and centers in Friday Harbor, a Marine Technology Center in Anacortes, and a Brewing Academy in Burlington.
Mission: Skagit Valley College cultivates student learning and achievement; contributes to the educational, personal, and economic success of students; and promotes equitable and thriving communities.
Vision: The primary focus of Skagit Valley College is student-centered teaching and learning. We are committed to:

• Equitable student outcomes in access, achievement, and community;
• Our Guiding Principles;
• Decisions based on strategy and evidence;
• The development of our employees;
• A diverse and inclusive college community where everyone belongs.

Guiding Principles: Respect, Integrity, Open and Honest Communication, Collaboration, and Compassion.
About SVC: Established in 1926, Skagit Valley College is a comprehensive community college within the (SBCTC) providing associates and bachelor's degrees, as well as certificates, in high-quality academic transfer pathways, workforce training, basic education for adults, and lifelong learning opportunities. Our equity goals align with SBCTC's Vision statement; "Leading with racial equity, our colleges maximize student potential and transform lives within a culture of belonging that advances racial, social, and economic justice in service to our diverse communities."
SVC's commitment to equity and social justice drives our collective work to increase access to higher education, inspire student learning and achievement, and strengthen our diverse community. We embrace equity through our core themes of access, achievement, and community by pursuing the continuous examination and revision of norms, policies, and practices to foster the success of all. SVC aspires to reflect the diverse racial, ethnic, and linguistic demographics in the district, particularly a growing Latinx population. As an emerging Hispanic Serving Institution (HSI) SVC seeks equity-minded leadership, faculty, and staff that are committed to inclusive practices and diverse environments where students from all backgrounds can thrive via multidisciplinary collaboration and the implementation of an array of services. Candidates representing all aspects of diversity are encouraged to apply.
Skagit Valley College offers:

• An unrelenting focus on our mission to improve the lives of our students and to strengthen our diverse community.
• Support for innovative teaching, learning, and scholarship.
• Exciting opportunities for personal and career growth.
• Diverse cultural and environmental benefits of rural, suburban, and urban lifestyles.
• Friendly, supportive, and diverse work environments.
• Excellent benefits include competitive leave packages and an array of health, dental, vision, and retirement plans to meet your current and future needs.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Provide high-quality classroom instruction in Allied Health courses including but not limited to; all clinical medical assisting procedures within the medical assistant scope of practice; basic pharmacology; medical lab procedures; infection control, safety and emergency practices in the ambulatory medical facility; medical law and ethics as applied to the medical assistant scope of practice; anatomy & physiology; electronic medical records management; medical terminology and therapeutic patient communications;
• Maintain knowledge of the MAERB Core Curriculum as well as the CAAHEP Standards and Guidelines as recommended by the program director.
• Provide all course artifacts, competency sheets, and documentation as requested by the program director for accreditation purposes.
• Engage in scholarly activities that complement and inform teaching;
• Use inclusive and effective teaching methods to support and to enhance learning for students inside and outside of the classroom;
• Create positive learning environment for diverse students, faculty and staff;
• Collaborate with faculty from other disciplines or fields to develop and to provide integrative learning experiences;
• Conduct ongoing development, assessment, and revision of curriculum that is responsive to local industry needs, reflects innovative pedagogy, and incorporates advances in the field of medical assisting;
• Advise students and serve as a resource for faculty colleagues and staff;
• Demonstrate multicultural understanding and foster equity;
• Develop quality programs through active engagement with industry and participation in strategic planning, in assessment of program outcomes, and in taking action to address gaps or opportunities;
• Participate in division/department and other college activities, including college governance, etc.;
• Assist in marketing the program and participate in student recruitment activities;
• Actively participate in and develop effective working relationships with the program advisory committee;
• Work with program advisory committee members and local employers to facilitate student externship placements and job opportunities for students enrolled in the program

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities:
Knowledge or understanding of:

• Impart excitement and enthusiasm into the teaching of medical assisting;
• Demonstrate knowledge and familiarity with current theories, research, and practice in medical assisting;
• Develop innovative programming, curricula, and pedagogy that incorporate program and general education learning outcomes;
• Engage students through innovative instructional approaches, including learning communities, service learning projects, contextualized learning, etc.;
• Practice and adopt teaching methods/styles that support successful learning appropriate to a diverse student population, including underprepared students;
• Adapt to a variety of teaching situations, including interdisciplinary learning communities, online and hybrid modalities, etc.;
• Express appropriate awareness of the history of underrepresented groups and promote an equitable work and learning environment;
• Work and interact effectively with colleagues, staff, students, administrators, and others of various cultural and socio-economic backgrounds;
• Act according to principles of integrity, respect, open and honest communication, and collaboration.

Qualifications
Minimum Qualifications:

• American Association of Medical Assistants (AAMA) and/or Certified Medical Assistant (CMA);
• Two (2) years of recent experience working in a medical environment or medical educational environment as a clinical medical assistant;
• Associate's degree;

Desired Qualifications:

• Bachelor's Degree in Education, Allied Health, or a closely related field;
• Additional Industry Professional Certifications, such as medical billing or coding, EMR training, or clinical skills training.
• Experience showing increasing levels of responsibility as a lead or supervisor in the medical office field;
• Knowledge of and experience working with the Commission on Accreditation of Allied Health Education Programs (CAAHEP);
• Medical Technologist;
• Certified Professional Coder (CPC);
• Fluent in oral and written Spanish.

Salary, Benefits, Conditions of Employment, Application Procedure, About SVC
Salary and Benefits:
The salary rate for part-time faculty is in accordance with the negotiated agreement and may be subject to change based on legislative mandates. In order to be eligible for benefits, state regulations must be met.
Rate of Pay: Faculty compensation units (FCU) are computed by total hours (lecture, lab, clinical) identified on the approved course outline for a given course, divided by eleven (11). Associate faculty pay is computed by multiplying the faculty compensation unit rate by the number of faculty compensation units.
The current FCU rate for 2025-26 at Step A is $1,084.00 (includes I-732 COLA of 3.0% for 2025-26).
Example of Associate Faculty pay (this is for illustrative purposes only):

• Course: BISC 220 | 33 lecture, 44 lab
• 33 + 44 = 77
• 7/11= 7 FCUs
• A Step A faculty member would be paid 7 x FCU rate $1,084.00 = $7,588.00

Conditions of Employment:

• Prior to employment, a background check including criminal record history will be conducted. Information from the background check will not necessarily preclude employment but will be considered in determining the applicant's suitability and competence to perform in the position.
  Additionally, pursuant to RCW 28B.112.080, applicants must declare whether they are the subject of any substantiated findings of sexual misconduct in any current or former employment or are currently being investigated for, or have left a position during an investigation into, a violation of any sexual misconduct policy at the applicant's current or past employer. By law, post-secondary education institutions cannot hire an applicant who refuses to declare the existence or non-existence of an investigation or findings subject to this statute.
• In the interest of providing a healthy, safe and secure educational and work environment, and in order to meet the requirements of federal legislation, it is the policy of Skagit Valley College to maintain an alcohol and drug-free workplace for our employees and students.
• If hired you will be required to provide proof of identity and documentation of U.S. Citizenship or appropriate authorization to work in this position as required by the Immigration Reform Control Act of 1986.
• Per Proclamation 21-14, employees must be fully vaccinated against COVID-19 no later than date of hire. As a condition of employment, the successful candidate will be required to provide proof of their COVID-19 Vaccination as part of the hire process. Exemption may be granted for religious or medical purposes, subject to approval based on the essential functions required of the position.
• Completion of academic degree(s) will be verified through receipt of official transcripts at the time of hire.

Application Procedure:
To be considered for this position, applicants must:

1. Meet the minimum qualifications, and
2. Submit a complete application to the online recruitment system at that includes the following:

• The online application, which includes answers to all supplemental questions and contact information for at least three (3) professional references;
• A current resume; (Attachment: Resume)
• A cover letter/letter of interest addressing the minimum and desired qualifications for the position. (Attachment: Cover Letter)

Application Deadline: Application materials will be accepted until this position is filled. Applications may be kept on file to be considered for openings which may occur in the future.
Please be aware that the College hiring authorities reserve the right to hire one or more candidates and