Medical Assistant Laboratory Skills Instructor

CHCP Healthcare and Educational Services · Houston, TX Full Time
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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 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 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

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General overview for this role type — specific duties and requirements vary by employer.

Support roles in senior living — housekeeping, maintenance, activities, and social work — are far more resident-facing than similar positions in other industries. Housekeepers and maintenance staff interact with residents in their personal living spaces daily, which requires discretion, patience, and genuine respect for the people who live there. In Texas, even non-clinical staff must complete facility-specific training on topics like abuse prevention, infection control, and emergency procedures.

Activities coordinators and social workers play a direct role in resident well-being — isolation and depression are significant concerns in senior living, and programming that keeps residents socially engaged has measurable health outcomes. Maintenance staff in senior care need to understand life-safety systems (fire alarms, emergency generators, call systems) and are often the first responders for building emergencies. Background checks are required for all positions, and many facilities prefer candidates who have previous experience working with older adults.

What to Expect in This Role Day-to-Day

Based on typical senior living facilities in the Houston area.

For housekeeping roles, the day follows a room-by-room schedule — cleaning resident rooms, sanitizing common areas, managing laundry, and responding to spill or accident cleanups as they happen. Infection control protocols are more rigorous than in hotels or commercial cleaning, especially during flu season or respiratory illness outbreaks.

Maintenance staff handle a daily work order queue — everything from changing light bulbs and fixing call buttons to HVAC maintenance and plumbing repairs. Life-safety equipment checks (fire extinguishers, exit lighting, generator testing) happen on set schedules. Activities professionals plan and lead group programming — exercise classes, crafts, music sessions, outings — and also provide one-on-one engagement for residents who cannot participate in group settings. Social workers manage care conferences, discharge planning, family mediation, and community resource referrals. Across all these roles, the common thread is that you become a familiar, trusted presence in residents' daily lives.

Houston Area Salary Data

According to the Bureau of Labor Statistics, Home Health and Personal Care Aide positions in the Houston metro area earn a median wage of $10.97/hr ($22,818/yr). The typical range is $10.60 – $13.28/hr (25th–75th percentile).

Entry Level (10th) $20,613/yr
Houston Median $22,818/yr
Experienced (90th) $30,597/yr
vs. National Median -34.6%

Source: Bureau of Labor Statistics, Occupational Employment & Wage Statistics (Houston-Pasadena-The Woodlands, TX Metro Area). Salary data provided by Houston Senior Living Guide.

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