Title : Patient Care Technology / Medical Assisting Instructor-Lexington Extension Campus
Employee Classification : Faculty
Institution : TCAT-Jackson
Department : Patient Care Technology
Campus Location : TCAT Jackson
Job Summary
- Implement established program of study and conduct training program in specialty area.
- Communicate and demonstrate expertise and knowledge of the principles and practices of a Patient Care Technician and Medical Assistant.
- Expertise in the clinical skills required of a Patient Care Technology / Medical Assistant.
- Evaluation of students, maintaining student records, and assisting with recruitment and job placement.
- Instruct students in safety and practice good safety habits.
- Cooperate with outside agencies; work with program advisory committees; conduct visits to business and industry; establish and maintain good public relations with the school’s general public.
- Select or develop specifications for machines, equipment, and tools; maintain good physical conditions in classroom and / or lab area.
Job Duties
Minimum Qualifications
Candidate must be a Licensed Practical Nurse or Registered Nurse with current active licensure in the State of Tennessee.Must have a minimum of three (3) years recent nursing experience or three (3) years of experience as a Patient Care Technology / Medical Assistant.One (1) year of long-term care experience as a Certified Nursing Assistant (CNA) or LPN / RN preferred.Ability to teach Certified Nursing Assistant duties, EKG and Phlebotomy.Preferred Qualifications
Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities
Ability to teach Certified Nursing Assistant duties, EKG and Phlebotomy.Knowledge of the principles and methods of effective teaching, supervision, and student management.Willingness to remain current in the technological changes of the industry.Possess good organizational, mathematical, language, writing and communication skills.Possess good character, mature attitude, stable personality, and exhibit evidence of potential ability to instruct.Working knowledge of the principles, philosophy, and methods of technical education and individualized instruction.Excellent verbal and written communication skills.Excellent time management skills with the ability to prioritize multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines.Working knowledge of Microsoft Office Suite (PowerPoint, Word, Outlook, Excel, as well as the ability to learn and use other software.Physical Demands / Working Conditions
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