Medical Assisting Instructor Job at Orion Technical College, Davenport, IA

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  • Orion Technical College
  • Davenport, IA

Job Description

Medical Assisting Instructor With Promotion Path to Program Director

Launch Your Healthcare Education Career

Are you a skilled and credentialed Medical Assistant looking to expand your impact in 

education and leadership? Orion Technical College (formerly Hamilton) is offering a unique 

opportunity to join our growing Allied Health division during an exciting period of strategic 

expansion.

We are seeking a dedicated Medical Assisting Instructor who will initially support 

instructional delivery within the MA and Allied Health programs, with a promotion path 

toward Program Director in early 2026. This role is ideal for an MA professional ready to 

grow into academic leadership while shaping the future of healthcare education.

Qualified candidates may also be eligible to pursue select advanced degree opportunities 

tuition-free (must meet all admission requirements). Feel free to share this opportunity 

with colleagues who may be a strong fit!

What You’ll Do

• Teach courses within the Medical Assisting and Allied Health programs (didactic, 

lab, and clinical as credentialing allows).

• Lead and support the MA program, helping maintain instructional quality, 

compliance, and accreditation standards.

• Assist with recruiting, mentoring, and supporting adjunct faculty as programs 

expand.

• Coordinate clinical and practicum placements, ensuring positive student 

experiences and strong employer partnerships.

• Participate in curriculum development, assessment, program improvement 

initiatives, and long-term strategic planning.

• Grow into a leadership role overseeing allied health adjunct staff and contributing to 

expansion of additional health programs.

What We’re Looking For

• Current Medical Assisting credential (CMA, RMA, CCMA, NCMA, or equivalent).

• Minimum of an associate degree; bachelor’s degree preferred but not required.

• Three years of Medical Assisting experience (clinical, administrative, or blended).

• Strong communication, organizational, and collaboration skills.

• Passion for teaching, mentoring, and shaping future healthcare professionals.

• Leadership potential with interest in advancing to a Program Director role.

• Willingness to begin Part-Time with the opportunity to transition to Full-Time as 

programs expand.

Why This Is a Great Opportunity

• Develop real-world leadership experience within higher education early in your 

career.

• Join a rapidly growing academic division with expanding nursing and allied health 

programs.

• Opportunity to pursue select advanced degrees tuition-free (if eligible).

• Make a lasting impact on program growth, faculty development, and student 

success.

• Become a foundational leader during a key expansion period at the college.

Minimum Requirements

• Current Medical Assisting license/credential

• 3 years of Medical Assisting experience

• Associate degree (or higher)

Work Environment

Office, classroom/lab, and clinical settings. Some evening or weekend assignments may 

be required, along with occasional travel to practicum sites.

Apply Today to jumpstart your career in healthcare education and leadership!

Industry: Higher Education

Employment Type: Part-Time (with planned transition to Full-Time

Job Tags

Full time, Part time, Work at office, Weekend work, Afternoon shift,

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