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How much do medical assistant instructor jobs pay per hour?

As of May 31, 2026, the average hourly pay for medical assistant instructor in Remote, OR is $24.60, according to ZipRecruiter salary data. Most workers in this role earn between $20.19 and $27.84 per hour, depending on experience, location, and employer.

What Does a Medical Assistant Instructor Do?

As a medical assistant instructor, your job is to teach students how to perform the various duties expected of medical assistants. To accomplish this, you may demonstrate techniques to your classes, decide what material to include in each lecture, and decide when to give students hands-on experience with equipment and techniques in the school labs. Medical assistant instructors also explain topics like what medical assistants are allowed to do and what requires a nurse or another experienced health care provider. This job is not the same as an assistant instructor. It refers exclusively to teaching medical assistants.

What are the key skills and qualifications needed to thrive as a Medical Assistant Instructor, and why are they important?

To thrive as a Medical Assistant Instructor, you need substantial clinical experience as a medical assistant, a relevant certification (such as CMA or RMA), and often a postsecondary degree in a health-related field. Familiarity with instructional technology, curriculum development tools, and electronic health records (EHR) systems is typically required. Exceptional communication, patience, and mentorship abilities help instructors effectively engage and support diverse student groups. These skills and qualifications ensure that future medical assistants receive comprehensive, practical, and up-to-date training for success in healthcare environments.

What are some common challenges Medical Assistant Instructors face in balancing teaching and administrative duties?

Medical Assistant Instructors often juggle classroom teaching, hands-on lab supervision, grading, and administrative tasks such as curriculum updates and student evaluations. Balancing these responsibilities can be challenging, especially during peak times like exam periods or when coordinating clinical placements. Effective time management, clear communication with colleagues, and staying organized are key strategies to ensure both educational and administrative needs are met. Many institutions also provide support through teaching resources or administrative assistants to help instructors manage their workload.

What is the difference between Medical Assistant Instructor vs Medical Assistant?

AspectMedical Assistant InstructorMedical Assistant
Required CredentialsMedical assisting certification, teaching credentials or experienceMedical assisting certification or diploma
Work EnvironmentClassrooms, labs, training facilitiesClinics, hospitals, outpatient settings
Employer & Industry UsageEducational institutions, vocational schoolsHealthcare facilities, clinics
Primary FocusTeaching and curriculum developmentPatient care and clinical tasks

The main difference is that a Medical Assistant Instructor focuses on teaching and training future medical assistants, often working in educational settings, while a Medical Assistant provides direct patient care in healthcare environments. Both roles require medical assisting certification, but the instructor also needs teaching experience or credentials.

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Certified Clinical Medical Assistant- Oncology

Certified Clinical Medical Assistant- Oncology

Curry Health Network

Gold Beach, OR • On-site

$17 - $22.25/hr

Full-time

Posted 28 days ago

Job description

JOB SUMMARY
Under the general supervision of the Medical Assistant Supervisor, the Certified Clinical Medical Assistant (CCMA) provides patient care that meets the psychosocial, physical and general aspects of care in the office setting; meets the communication needs of patient and family; provides care that reflects initiative and responsibility indicative of professional expectations, under the supervision of a Registered Nurse and/or physician. Maintains regulatory requirements, nursing and office policies, procedures and standards. Communicates with physicians and team members about patient's clinical condition, including results of diagnostic studies and symptomatology.
ESSENTIAL FUNCTIONS
Provides direct patient care under the supervision of an RN/LPN/LVN and/or physician, evaluates outcomes, and consults with other health team members as required.
Ability to assist nursing and medical staff with routine examinations and patient treatments. Notifies appropriate licensed personnel when patient complains of pain.
Performs all aspects of patient care in an environment that optimizes patient safety and reduces the likelihood of medical/health care errors.
Demonstrates knowledge of the principles of growth and development over the life span and the skills necessary to provide age-appropriate care to the patients served.
Demonstrates the ability to assist physicians with procedures and perform services requiring technical and manual skills under the direction of an RN/LPN/LVN and/or physician.
Treats patients and their families with respect and dignity. Identifies and addresses psychosocial, cultural, ethnic and religious/spiritual needs of patients and family.
Other duties as assigned to support the overall effectiveness of the department and organizational performance in accordance with Curry Health Network's Mission, Vision and Shared Values.
SHARED VALUES
Service: We serve with compassion and understanding.
Teamwork: We are one team - each one of us makes a difference.
Curiosity: We promote learning.
Integrity: We live by honesty, trust, and doing the right thing by our organizational values.
MINIMUM JOB REQUIREMENTS
Education & Experience
  • High School graduate or equivalent is required.
  • Certified Clinical Medical Assistant through the National Healthcareers Association (CCMA) required. For those with at least 6 months of prior work experience as an MA, or a certificate of completion from a Medical Assistant program, CCMA certification must be obtained within 6 months of employment with CHN; for those with less than 6 months of experience as an MA, CCMA certification must be obtained within 1 year of employment as an MA with CHN.
  • Current AHA BLS certification is required.
  • Successful completion of a Medical Assistant Program preferred.
  • Six months or more Medical Assistance experience preferred.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities
  • Basic computer knowledge including Microsoft Word, Excel and Outlook is required.
  • Good communication skills are required, both verbally and in written form.
  • Excellent customer service skills are required.

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS
Physical Demands
On-the-job time is spent in the following physical activities:
None of the time:
Up to 1/3 of the time: Push/Pull, Stoop, Kneel, Crouch or Crawl
From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: Reach with hands and arms
Up 2/3 of the time and more: Stand, Walk, Sit, Talk or Hear, Use Hands to finger, handle or feel
This job requires that weight be lifted, or force be exerted as follows:
None of the time: up to or more than 100 pounds
Up to 1/3 of the time: up to 50 pounds
From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: no requirement
Up to 2/3 of the time and more: no requirement
This job has special vision requirements as follows:
Close, distance, color, peripheral, depth perception and the ability to adjust focus.
Work Environment
This job requires exposure to the following environmental conditions:
None of the time: Wet, humid; Near moving mechanical parts; Toxic or caustic chemicals; Outdoor weather conditions; Extreme heat/cold; Risk of electrical shock; Work with explosives; Risk of radiation; Vibration
Up to 1/3 of the time: Fumes or airborne particles
From 1/3 to 1/2 of the time: no requirement
The typical noise level for the work environment is: very quiet to moderate noise.
Hearing requirements: ability to hear alarms on equipment, patient call and instructions.
This job requires the following repetitive motion actions:
From 1 - 2 hours per day: no requirement
From 3 - 4 hours per day: no requirement
From 5 - 6 hours per day: grasping: firm/heavy
From 7+ hours per day: fine dexterity, repetitive use of hands, grasping simple, light,
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