How to hire a medical instructor

How to hire a medical instructor, step by step

Here's a step-by-step medical instructor hiring guide:

• Step 1: Identify your hiring needs
• Step 2: Create an ideal candidate profile
• Step 3: Make a budget
• Step 4: Write a medical instructor job description
• Step 5: Post your job
• Step 6: Interview candidates
• Step 7: Send a job offer and onboard your new medical instructor
• Step 8: Go through the hiring process checklist

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1. Identify your hiring needs

   Before you start hiring a medical instructor, identify what type of worker you actually need. Certain positions might call for a full-time employee, while others can be done by a part-time worker or contractor.

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   A medical instructor's background is also an important factor in determining whether they'll be a good fit for the position. For example, medical instructors from different industries or fields will have radically different experiences and will bring different viewpoints to the role. You also need to consider the candidate's previous level of experience to make sure they'll be comfortable with the job's level of seniority.

   The following list breaks down different types of medical instructors and their corresponding salaries.

   Type of Medical Instructor	Description	Hourly rate
   Medical Instructor	Postsecondary teachers instruct students in a wide variety of academic and career and technical subjects beyond the high school level. They also conduct research and publish scholarly papers and books.	$16-45
   Adjunct Faculty Member	An adjunct faculty member teaches part-time at learning institutions, usually on a contractual basis. Although their duties depend on their position or area of expertise, it usually includes preparing lessons and coursework plans, administering examinations, producing learning materials, grading tests and quizzes, and assisting students as necessary... Show more	$17-47
   Faculty Member	A faculty member is responsible for teaching students a wide range of both vocational and academic subjects. As a faculty member, you will teach and impart knowledge to your students and help them with the learning process and knowledge application... Show more	$27-88

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2. Create an ideal candidate profile

   Common skills:

   • Medical Terminology
   • Anatomy
   • Physiology
   • CPC
   • Clinical Procedures
   • Curriculum Development
   • HIPAA
   • Syllabus
   • Professional Development
   • CPR
   • Course Objectives
   • Student Performance
   • Course Content
   • CPT-4

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   Responsibilities:

   • Instruct high school students on a daily basis to help them achieve there CDA.
   • Instruct students on proper usage and placement of EKG leads to include proper patient contact.
   • Utilize nursing process and critical thinking skill and manage flight medic activities in combat deployment environment.
   • Create and implement curriculum for classes including clinical procedures, medical assistant procedures, anatomy, physiology, microbiology, etc.
   • Prepare students for DANB exam.
   • Prepare students for the RDA exam on how to maintain professionalism.

   More medical instructor duties

3. Make a budget

   Including a salary range in your medical instructor job description is one of the best ways to attract top talent. A medical instructor can vary based on:

   • Location. For example, medical instructors' average salary in south carolina is 55% less than in utah.
   • Seniority. Entry-level medical instructors 63% less than senior-level medical instructors.
   • Certifications. A medical instructor with certifications usually earns a higher salary.
   • Company. Working for an established firm or a new start-up company can make a big difference in a medical instructor's salary.

   Average medical instructor salary

   $58,118yearly

   $27.94 hourly rate

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   Entry-level medical instructor salary

   $35,000 yearly salary

   Updated January 23, 2026

   Average medical instructor salary by state

   Rank	State	Avg. salary	Hourly rate
   1	District of Columbia	$79,199	$38
   2	North Carolina	$74,729	$36
   3	New York	$74,365	$36
   4	New Jersey	$74,337	$36
   5	Nevada	$68,799	$33
   6	Massachusetts	$68,525	$33
   7	New Mexico	$67,456	$32
   8	Maryland	$67,204	$32
   9	Florida	$67,166	$32
   10	Ohio	$58,179	$28
   11	Georgia	$57,768	$28
   12	Texas	$56,920	$27
   13	California	$56,741	$27
   14	Colorado	$56,622	$27
   15	Pennsylvania	$53,928	$26
   16	Kansas	$50,785	$24
   17	Illinois	$49,155	$24
   18	Wisconsin	$45,416	$22
   19	South Carolina	$38,254	$18

   Average medical instructor salary by company

   Company

   Rank	Company	Average salary	Hourly rate	Job openings
   1	Emory Healthcare	$116,917	$56.21	115
   2	UMiami Health System	$115,736	$55.64	203
   3	Hca Hospital Services Of San Diego	$104,727	$50.35
   4	Columbia University in the City of New York	$103,440	$49.73	72
   5	Carle Foundation	$103,153	$49.59	110
   6	Drake College of Business-Newark	$101,049	$48.58
   7	Emory University	$94,095	$45.24	42
   8	UT Health East Texas	$88,699	$42.64
   9	Duke University Health System	$86,153	$41.42	7
   10	Dana-Farber Cancer Institute	$79,287	$38.12	1
   11	Bon Secours Community Hospital	$75,374	$36.24	9
   12	Johns Hopkins University	$75,321	$36.21	58
   13	UT Health San Antonio	$75,309	$36.21	1
   14	Medcom	$74,056	$35.60
   15	West Coast University	$66,703	$32.07	22
   16	Moraine Park Technical College	$63,977	$30.76	23
   17	Truckee Meadows Community College	$62,146	$29.88	8
   18	Tulsa Tech	$61,772	$29.70	24
   19	University of Pennsylvania	$61,328	$29.48	388
   20	Job Corps	$60,152	$28.92	3

4. Writing a medical instructor job description

   A medical instructor job description should include a summary of the role, required skills, and a list of responsibilities. It's also good to include a salary range and the first name of the hiring manager. To help get you started, here's an example of a medical instructor job description:

   Medical instructor job description example

   Job DescriptionThe purpose of Southeastern College is to offer quality career education in an atmosphere of personalized attention. At Southeastern College we focus on the specialized skills and knowledge needed for today’s marketplace by providing courses that apply to skill performance and career management development.
   
   At Southeastern College we select industry experienced individuals as members of our faculty. This allows our students to be educated by professionals who have practical knowledge in their particular field; as well as the appropriate level of formal education. This philosophy assists our faculty in recreating a similar atmosphere to that which you will encounter in your new career.
   DESCRIPTION
   Instructors are responsible for leveraging their expertise to deliver education services to students through:
   
   Preparing course plans and materials Delivering courses Monitoring progress/attendance Advising students Recording grades and submitting reports
   
   Medical-Surgical Nursing Instructor must have an MSN, a SC Nursing License and 4 years of professional experience. This is a full time position that requires day and evening availability.
   
   For consideration, only online applications will be accepted. For further information, you may contact your local campus. Campus contact information listed on our website at www.sec.edu
   
   Thank you for your interest in our school system. Our schools prohibit discrimination and harassment based on race, color, creed, religion, sex, gender, national origin, citizenship, ethnicity, marital status, age, disability, sexual orientation, gender identity and gender expression, genetic information, veteran status, or any other status protected by applicable law to the extent prohibited by law.
   Mandatory Covid-19 Vaccination Policy For Employees
   
   
   Consistent with its duty to provide and maintain a workplace that is free of recognized hazards, Southeastern College (“SEC”) has adopted a Mandatory Covid-19 Vaccination Policy for Employees. This policy is intended to safeguard the health and well-being of employees and their families, our students, visitors, and others who spend time on our campuses and in our facilities from Covid-19’s infectious conditions that can be reduced through an effective mandatory employee vaccination program. This policy complies with all state and local laws and is based upon guidance provided by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) and public health and licensing authorities, as applicable.
   
   This policy applies to all SEC employees: faculty (including regular full-time and part-time faculty, administrative faculty, and adjunct faculty), regular full-time and part-time non-faculty staff, temporary employees, third party vendors and individuals receiving offers of employment in any of these categories. Individuals receiving offers of employment are required to timely comply with this policy by attesting to a completed vaccination or receipt of HR vaccine exemption approval. Individuals receiving offers of employment from SEC who do not timely comply with this policy will have their offer of employment rescinded.
   
   Employees who do not want to vaccinate due to a strong moral conviction must document this within our internal portal. Much like those with accommodation requests they must comply with wearing of a mask while on campus per the CDC social distancing guidelines in addition to mandatory testing once per week.

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5. Post your job

   There are a few common ways to find medical instructors for your business:

   • Promoting internally or recruiting from your existing workforce.
   • Ask for referrals from friends, family members, and current employees.
   • Attend job fairs at local colleges to meet candidates with the right educational background.
   • Use social media platforms like LinkedIn, Facebook, and Twitter to recruit passive job-seekers.

   Post your job online:

   • Post your medical instructor job on Zippia to find and recruit medical instructor candidates who meet your exact specifications.
   • Use field-specific websites.
   • Post a job on free websites.

6. Interview candidates

   During your first interview to recruit medical instructors, engage with candidates to learn about their interest in the role and experience in the field. During the following interview, you'll be able to go into more detail about the company, the position, and the responsibilities.

   You should also ask about candidates' unique skills and talents to see if they match the ideal candidate profile you developed earlier. Candidates good enough for the next step can complete the technical interview.

   The right interview questions can help you assess a candidate's hard skills, behavioral intelligence, and soft skills.

7. Send a job offer and onboard your new medical instructor

   Once you've decided on a perfect medical instructor candidate, it's time to write an offer letter. In addition to salary, it should include benefits and perks available to the employee. Qualified candidates may be considered for other positions, so make sure your offer is competitive. Candidates may wish to negotiate. Once you've settled on the details, formalize your agreement with a contract.

   You should also follow up with applicants who don't get the job with an email letting them know that you've filled the position.

   After that, you can create an onboarding schedule for a new medical instructor. Human Resources and the hiring manager should complete Employee Action Forms. Human Resources should also ensure that onboarding paperwork is completed, including I-9s, benefits enrollment, federal and state tax forms, etc., and that new employee files are created.

8. Go through the hiring process checklist

   • Determine employee type (full-time, part-time, contractor, etc.)
   • Submit a job requisition form to the HR department
   • Define job responsibilities and requirements
   • Establish budget and timeline
   • Determine hiring decision makers for the role
   • Write job description
   • Post job on job boards, company website, etc.
   • Promote the job internally
   • Process applications through applicant tracking system
   • Review resumes and cover letters
   • Shortlist candidates for screening
   • Hold phone/virtual interview screening with first round of candidates
   • Conduct in-person interviews with top candidates from first round
   • Score candidates based on weighted criteria (e.g., experience, education, background, cultural fit, skill set, etc.)
   • Conduct background checks on top candidates
   • Check references of top candidates
   • Consult with HR and hiring decision makers on job offer specifics
   • Extend offer to top candidate(s)
   • Receive formal job offer acceptance and signed employment contract
   • Inform other candidates that the position has been filled
   • Set and communicate onboarding schedule to new hire(s)
   • Complete new hire paperwork (i9, benefits enrollment, tax forms, etc.)

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