Medical Assistant Laboratory Skills Instructor
1 day ago
Austin
Job Description📍Location Austin Campus 6330 East Highway 290, Suite 180 Houston, TX 78723 Our Comprehensive Benefits Package Our benefits package includes: • Medical, • Dental, • Vision, • Voluntary Life (Employee, Spouse, Child), • Employer-Paid Life Insurance, • Short-Term Disability (STD), • Long-Term Disability (LTD), • Flexible Spending Accounts (FSA/LFSA), • Health Savings Account (HSA), • HSA Employer Contribution, • Critical Illness, • Hospital Indemnity, • Accident Insurance, • 401(k), • 401(k) Employer Match, • Paid Holidays, • Floating Holiday, • Mental Health Day, • Referral Bonus Program, • Tuition Assistance Program (TAP) The Medical Assistant Laboratory Skills Instructor is a pivotal role within the educational framework of CHCP, operating under the direct supervision of the Program Director. This position is designed to deliver high-quality instruction in both theoretical and practical applications, leveraging advanced teaching methodologies to ensure student success in the classroom, clinical practicum, simulation, and skills laboratory settings. As a key contributor to the academic success of students, the Instructor is responsible for: • Setting and achieving educational objectives tailored to student needs., • Providing ongoing mentorship and fostering a supportive learning environment., • Tracking student attendance and progress to ensure alignment with program goals., • Maintaining professional relationships with students, faculty, and staff to optimize educational outcomes., • Participating in professional development initiatives, including training and continuing education in instructional methods. This role offers an opportunity to make a significant impact on the development of future healthcare professionals, ensuring they are equipped with the skills and knowledge necessary for success in clinical and laboratory environments. • Deliver assigned classes using prescribed courses of study, established texts, and instructional materials., • Ensure the classroom and laboratory environments are maintained in optimal physical condition., • Supervise students in laboratory and clinical settings, ensuring adherence to course requirements., • Review and manage medical supply inventory for laboratory experiences., • Provide hands-on instruction through demonstrations and competency evaluations., • Assess student learning by evaluating proficiency in return demonstrations and providing feedback., • Manage simulation scenarios and evaluate student responses for critical thinking and application., • Conduct CPR instruction in alignment with American Heart Association guidelines., • Facilitate patient communication and human relations training., • Teach phlebotomy techniques, including venous and capillary draws, and centrifuge operations., • Instruct on ECG and Peak Flow Monitoring procedures., • Provide training on suture removal and injection techniques (subcutaneous, intradermal, intramuscular)., • Guide students in obtaining vital signs and measurements, including height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, respiratory rate, pulse, and pulse oximetry., • Train students in triage, critical thinking, and patient documentation practices., • Perform and instruct point-of-care testing, including HCG, Mono, Strep, Urinalysis, Blood Glucose, and Hematocrit., • Prepare lab specimens for transport and assist with general and specialized examinations., • Provide instruction on sterile instrument decontamination, wrapping, and sterilization techniques., • Teach medication administration, including various routes and buffering/reconstitution for injections., • Ensure proficiency in aseptic and sterile techniques, including handwashing and decontamination., • Train students in proper PPE use, maintenance, and disposal practices., • Educate on safety protocols, biohazard waste disposal, and sharps management., • Comply with mandated reporting requirements for communicable diseases., • Degree or post-secondary education and relevant experience meeting state (TWC) and ABHES accreditation standards., • Minimum of 3-5 years of practical experience, with teaching experience preferred., • Current certification, registration, or licensure as a Medical Assistant, Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), Registered Nurse (RN), or Medical Doctor (M.D.)., • Educational Excellence – Join a premier healthcare education institution focused on preparing the next generation of healthcare professionals., • Modern Facilities – Teach with state-of-the-art equipment and advanced learning technologies., • Collaborative Environment – Work with experienced educators and healthcare professionals committed to student success., • Professional Development – Access ongoing training, mentorship, and career advancement opportunities in healthcare education., • Student-Centered Approach – Work in an environment where student success and career readiness are our top priorities. RZnVJ8Nvm4