Adjunct Instructor, Medical Assistant

Salary $0.00 Annually Location Carlsbad Job Type Adjunct Job Number 202300250 Department ALLIED HEALTH Opening Date 10/12/2026 Description Benefits Examples of Duties Required Qualifications: Associate degree or higher in Medical Assisting, Nursing, Allied Health, or a related healthcare field; OR current certification/registration as a Medical Assistant (CMA, RMA, or equivalent nationally recognized credential). Minimum of two years of documented recent work experience in a healthcare setting performing, supervising, or teaching clinical and/or administrative procedures relevant to medical assisting. Must demonstrate current competency in the subject areas assigned to teach.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree or higher in a health-related field; current CMA or RMA credential; three or more years of relevant healthcare experience; experience in an ambulatory or medical office setting; and prior teaching or training experience in postsecondary, vocational, or healthcare settings. Any equivalent combination of education, professional credentials, training, and relevant occupational experience as approved by the Human Resources Department and Academic Affairs. Additional Information: Adjunct faculty positions are part-time and temporary, filled on a semester-by-semester basis depending on enrollment and program needs. General Information of Campus: Located in Carlsbad, New Mexico, Southeast New Mexico College (SENMC) is a newly independent public community college accredited by the Higher Learning Commission.

A proud Hispanic Serving Institution, it awards certificates and associate degrees that serve the needs of its region and prepare students to transfer to programs at other colleges or universities. SENMC offers Early College and Dual Credit programs in collaboration with local high schools. Southeast New Mexico College enjoys the strong support of its community, and has been awarded several grants, which include $11.7 million from the U.S. Department of Energy and several multimillion-dollar grants from the U.S.

Department of Education for student support. The college’s diverse employee pool includes 38 full-time faculty, 48 adjunct faculty, and 112 staff members. SENMC offers a generous benefits package which includes medical, dental, retirement, and college tuition reimbursement. More information on SENMC can be obtained from its website at https://senmc.edu .

Position Summary

Under the general supervision of the Allied Health Department Chair, the Adjunct Instructor – Medical Assistant assists in preparing students for clinical experiences and developing skills in the laboratory and clinical settings, as needed. Responsibilities include overseeing and assessing students during clinical rotations, grading student case write-ups, communicating with clinical partners and preceptors, and reviewing student evaluations from clinical sites. The instructor will identify student deficiencies and communicate student needs and concerns to appropriate Medical Assistant faculty and Allied Health team members. The position requires effective communication, objective assessment of student performance, professional collaboration with faculty, staff, clinical partners, and preceptors, and current knowledge of Medical Assisting practices and certification requirements.

The successful candidate will perform adjunct Medical Assistant instructional duties and responsibilities as assigned, including evening and weekend instruction as needed. Anticipated workload is 8–12 hours per week; workload may vary by semester.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

Teaches Medical Assisting theory and provides clinical and/or laboratory instruction consistent with program objectives, curriculum requirements, and student learning needs. Assists with curriculum development, implementation, evaluation, and revision as assigned. Assumes the duties and responsibilities required of faculty members, including evening and weekend instruction as needed to meet student and program needs. Evaluates student achievement of course objectives and learning outcomes related to Medical Assisting knowledge and practice.

Participates in course and program assessment activities, including collecting and reviewing evidence of student learning, evaluating learning outcomes, and implementing improvements based on assessment findings. Provides student advising, academic guidance, individualized instruction, and remediation through scheduled office hours and other appropriate interactions. May assist in developing, evaluating, and revising student admission, progression, retention, and graduation policies in accordance with institutional policies. Participates in program, department, and college activities and initiatives; attends faculty and department meetings; and serves on committees and participates in college functions as assigned.

Maintains professional communication, conduct, and collaborative working relationships with students, faculty, the Allied Health Department Chair, the Allied Health Administrative Assistant, staff, clinical partners, preceptors, and other college and community stakeholders. May participate in faculty recruitment and interview activities. Supports program and department needs, including developing partnerships with clinical sites, expanding clinical opportunities, supporting student job placement, and preparing students for state certification through the National Center for Competency Testing (NCCT). Performs other duties as assigned.

Work Environment and Physical Demand: Reach and grasp objects Stoop, ben, kneel, crouch, or crawl Use of video display terminal Use of video manual dexterity and fine motor skills Communicate information orally and in writing Receive and understand information through oral and written communication Proofread and check documents for accuracy Work a fluctuating schedule Performing the essential functions of this position requires the use of a computer throughout most of the workday, the ability to navigate a typical office environment, significant amounts of interpersonal interaction including oral and written communication, and the ability to keep track of multiple tasks, projects, deadlines, information sources, and business processes. This job description is intended to be generic in nature and describe the essential functions of the job. It is not an exhaustive list of all duties and responsibilities. The essential duties, functions and responsibilities, and overtime eligibility may vary based on the specific tasks assigned to the position.

Affirmative Action Statement: SENMC is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer dedicated to excellence through diversity and does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability, marital status, military or veteran status, sexual orientation, genetic information, or any other protected characteristic under applicable law. We offer a complete benefits package to full-time employees including health care, dental, vision, retirement, flexible spending accounts, life insurance, long-term disability, holidays, vacation, and sick leave. Part-time employees who work an average of 30 hours per week over the course of a year, receive benefits on a pro-rated basis. To learn more details, visit our benefits page .

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