Medical Instructor Jobs

Medical Instructor jobs are open across healthcare systems, community colleges, vocational schools, and corporate training programs, from entry-level instructors to senior faculty and program directors, with specializations in clinical skills, allied health education, and simulation-based training. See the openings below and apply to the ones that match your experience.

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Overview

Open roles354+
Top stateCalifornia
Top employerUnitek Learning
Top citySan Jose, CA
Work type82% On-site
Top industryEducation

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Medical Assistant - Instructor - Part Time - Mornings
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Medical Assistant - Instructor - Part Time - Mornings
Ross Medical Education Center
Midland, Michigan
Clinical Support
Healthcare Administration
Medical Specialists
High school teaching experience
501-1,000

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Instructor-Medical, Billing and Coding
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Instructor-Medical, Billing and Coding
Arizona College
Mesa, Arizona
Healthcare Administration
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Physical Therapy
On-Site
Medical Billing Certification
201-500

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Medical Assisting Instructor
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Medical Assisting Instructor
Lincoln Tech
Columbia, Maryland
Higher Education
K-12 Teaching
Teaching & Instruction
$67k - $73k/yr
1,001-5,000

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Adjunct Nursing Instructor - Advanced Medical Surgical Nursing Courses (Stepful College)
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Adjunct Nursing Instructor - Advanced Medical Surgical Nursing Courses (Stepful College)
Stepful
St. Louis, Missouri
Corporate Training
Higher Education
Teaching & Instruction
Master's degree in nursing
51-200

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Didactic Nursing Instructor (Virtual) - PN Medical Surgical Courses
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Didactic Nursing Instructor (Virtual) - PN Medical Surgical Courses
Stepful
Columbus, Ohio
Healthcare Administration
Nursing
Patient Services & Wellbeing
Remote (US)
Master's degree in nursing
51-200

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Medical Instructor Job Market

Who's Hiring

  • Unitek Learning12
  • Carrington College11
  • College of Healthcare Professions11
  • Zollege10
  • UEI College9

Top Industries Hiring

  • Education
  • Agriculture & Farming
  • Healthcare & Medical Services

What Employers Look For

The qualifications that appear most often in medical instructor jobs.

  • Current clinical license or certification in the relevant healthcare discipline
  • Minimum two years of direct patient care or clinical practice experience
  • Experience developing or delivering adult education in a healthcare context
  • Proficiency with learning management systems and simulation equipment
  • Active BLS instructor certification or willingness to obtain it
  • Bachelor's degree in nursing, allied health, or a related clinical field

Tips for Your Medical Instructor Job Search

Tailor your resume to instructional settings

Medical instructors hired at hospitals emphasize clinical competency validation and onboarding programs, while those at colleges need curriculum design and accreditation language. Adjust your resume to match the setting in each listing, not just the job title.

List your certifications and active licenses clearly

Employers scan for BLS, ACLS, or specialty credentials before reading anything else. Put active licenses, state endorsements, and certifications in a dedicated section near the top so reviewers find them without searching through your work history.

Apply early to roles that fit

Migrate Mate lists medical instructor openings from across the United States in one place, so you can find roles that match and apply directly to each listing.

Target postings that match your clinical background

A posting for a surgical technology instructor expects hands-on OR experience, while an EMT program role weights field hours. Filter by the clinical area you practiced in so your experience reads as directly qualifying rather than adjacent.

Prepare a teaching demonstration before interviews

Many medical instructor interviews include a live or recorded skills demonstration. Know which competency you will teach, rehearse timing it to under ten minutes, and be ready to explain your assessment rationale when the panel asks follow-up questions.

Negotiate schedule and clinical release time explicitly

Medical instructors who maintain clinical practice alongside teaching often need protected time for patient hours. Raise this during the offer stage, not after you start, and ask specifically whether the department has a formal clinical release policy.

Medical Instructor Jobs: Frequently Asked Questions

Which companies are hiring the most medical instructors?

Unitek Learning, Carrington College, and College of Healthcare Professions are hiring the most medical instructors right now, with openings concentrated in California, Texas, and Florida, based on current listings on Migrate Mate as of November 2026. Health systems with large residency or onboarding programs tend to post the highest volume of roles consistently.

How many medical instructor jobs are remote?

About 18% of medical instructor openings are fully remote or hybrid as of November 2026, with remote availability concentrated in didactic or online curriculum roles rather than hands-on clinical skills instruction. Simulation lab, skills lab, and bedside teaching positions almost always require on-site presence given the procedural nature of the work.

How do you become a medical instructor?

Start by gaining substantial clinical experience in your discipline, since most programs require at least two years of direct practice before you can teach it credibly. Obtain your instructor-level certification in relevant competencies such as BLS or ACLS. Then build a portfolio of any training or preceptorship you have done, and apply to roles that match your clinical specialty.

Can you get hired as a medical instructor with little teaching experience?

Yes, many employers will hire candidates with strong clinical backgrounds and limited formal teaching experience, particularly for entry-level instructor or adjunct roles. Highlight any preceptorship, onboarding support, or in-service training you have led at work. Volunteering to train new hires or assist with orientation programs builds a concrete record of instructional experience before you apply to dedicated teaching roles.

What does the medical instructor interview process look like?

Most medical instructor interviews include a phone or video screen with HR, followed by a panel interview with department leads, program directors, or faculty peers. Candidates are frequently asked to deliver a short teaching demonstration covering a clinical skill or concept. Some programs also include a written scenario or case study to assess how you approach curriculum design and learner assessment.

Where can I find and apply to medical instructor jobs?

You can find and apply to medical instructor jobs on Migrate Mate, which lists current openings from across the United States. Search the listings to find roles that fit your clinical background, location preference, and setting, then apply directly to each listing that matches your experience.

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