Reports To:
Department Chair, Medical Assistant
Position Status:
Part-Time, non-benefitted
Posted Pay Range:
$20.00 - $23.35
Are you passionate about healthcare and love helping others learn? Join the College of Western Idaho as a Medical Assisting Lab Assistant and play a key role in preparing the next generation of medical professionals! In this dynamic, hands-on position, you’ll support instructors in the lab, guide students through clinical skills, and ensure lab environments are ready for engaging, real-world learning experiences. This is a great opportunity to share your expertise, stay connected to clinical practice, and make a lasting impact on students pursuing rewarding careers in the medical field—all while working with a supportive and collaborative team at CWI.
Why Join CWI?
At the College of Western Idaho (CWI), you will work in a dynamic, collaborative environment where problem-solving and innovation are valued, and your contributions directly enhance the efficiency of the institution.
Essential Functions:
Support Quality Instruction and Student Learning
- Assist instructors during lab sessions by demonstrating and reinforcing medical assisting skills.
- Guide students through hands-on lab activities, ensuring a safe, supportive, and effective learning environment.
- Serve as a professional role model, exemplifying the standards and values of the medical assisting profession.
Maintain and Prepare Laboratory Environments
- Set up, organize, and clean lab spaces and equipment according to daily study plans and safety protocols.
- Ensure materials and supplies are available and properly maintained to support instructional needs.
- Uphold college and program policies for lab operations, safety, and compliance.
Contribute to Program Excellence and Professional Growth
- Participate in orientation, mentoring, and course team meetings as requested.
- Stay current in clinical practice to maintain expertise in medical assisting procedures.
- Support program activities that enhance instructional quality and student success.
Minimum Qualifications:
• Certified or Registered Medical Assistant
• Current in Clinical Practice
Additional Instructions for Applicants:
*Successful candidates are required to reside in Idaho by the first day of work for the College of Western Idaho.
**Employment visa sponsorship is not available for this position
All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, age, national origin, disability, veteran status, gender identity, sexual orientation, or any other applicable legally protected status.
