Medical Assistant Laboratory Skills Instructor

Career Opportunities with CHCP Healthcare and Educational Services LLC A great place to work. Careers At CHCP Healthcare and Educational Services LLC Join a team dedicated to transforming lives through healthcare education. At The College of Healthcare Professions (CHCP), we are committed to empowering future healthcare professionals to succeed in impactful careers. Every role here supports our mission to prepare students for the career of their lives. Medical Assistant Laboratory Skills Instructor Job Title: Medical Assistant Laboratory Skills Instructor Location: Online Services- MUST BE LOCATED IN Houston, Austin or San Antonio Summary: The Laboratory Skills Instructor works under the direction of the Program Director. Teaches theory and practical applications using instructional methods and teaching skills in the classroom, clinical practicum, simulation and skills laboratory tracking. Primary functions include: student attendance and progress, setting educational objectives for the students, on‑going mentoring and attention to the continued needs of the students, maintaining a satisfactory working relationship with our students, faculty, and staff. Participate in training, preparation, and continuing education in instructional methods and teaching skills. Essential Duties and Responsibilities Teaches assigned number of classes using the prescribed courses of study with established texts and/or prescribed instructional materials. Maintains classroom in good physical order. Responsible and accountable for supervising students in a laboratory and/or clinical setting for respective course(s). Review and order proper medical supplies for laboratory experience Assess learning by evaluating competency with return demonstrations. Sign, date, and provide feedback for each student skills checklist as required Manages simulation scenarios and evaluates student responses. Manage CPR instruction in accordance with American Heart Association guidelines Medical Assisting Skills Patient communication and human relations Phlebotomy (venous, capillary draws and centrifuge) ECG and Peak Flow Monitoring Suture removal Injections (subcutaneous, intradermal, intramuscular) Obtaining vital signs and measurements (height, weight, temperature, blood pressure, respiratory rate, pulse, pulse oximetry) Triage, critical thinking and patient documentation Perform point of care testing (HCG, Mono, Strep, Urinalysis, Blood Glucose, Hematocrit) Obtain and prepare lab specimens for transport Assistance with general and specialized examinations (i.e., gynecological exams) CPR (Basic Life Support-Provider) Sterile instrument decontamination, wrapping, and sterilization Medication Administration (various routes and buffering/reconstitution of medications for injections) Aseptic and Sterile Technique (handwashing, decontamination) PPE use, maintenance, and disposal Safety, Biohazard waste disposal and sharps management Mandated reporting of communicable disease Qualifications Degree or post-secondary education and relative experience to meet state (TWC) and ABHES accreditation requirements. Minimum of 3-5 years practical experience with teaching experience preferred. Current certification, registration, and/or licensure as a Medical Assistant, Licensed Vocational Nurse (LVN), Registered Nurse (RN), Medical Doctor (M.D.) Current Basic Life Support Provider-Instructor Certification through the American Heart Association #J-18808-Ljbffr College of Health Care Professions