CHCP·Houston, Texas
The instructor teaches theory and practical medical assistant skills in classrooms, labs, and clinical settings. Responsibilities include managing simulation scenarios, evaluating student competency, and maintaining laboratory supplies.
Classroom Skills Instruction 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 Provide hands-on instruction for students via demonstration. 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) DocuSign Envelope ID: D1D8A8BA-9D4A-45B3-A905-85EDD2B129A5 Revised 12/2021 JD – Laboratory Skills Instructor Aseptic and Sterile Technique (handwashing, decontamination) PPE use, maintenance, and disposal Safety, Biohazard waste disposal and sharps management Mandated reporting of communicable disease
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 1 year teaching experience in healthcare or higher ed. CPR-AHA-Provider certification. Current CPR and MA (or nursing/healthcare practitioner) certification/license.
Requires a degree or post-secondary education with 3-5 years of practical experience and at least one year of healthcare teaching experience. Must hold current certification as a Medical Assistant, LVN, RN, or MD, and be an AHA BLS Provider-Instructor.
Market context
In Texas, Medical Assistant Laboratory Skills Instructor roles are typically tied to growing healthcare training needs and employer demand for instructors who can teach hands-on clinical skills. These positions are competitive because they require both practical patient-care experience and current credentials, including a Medical Assistant, LVN, RN, or MD certification plus AHA BLS Provider-Instructor status. Review the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform to save time, then confirm your teaching and lab-skill experience matches the posting before applying.
