Health Occupations Instructor: Clinical Labs & Certs

North Carolina Community College System; Northern (KY); Hybrid; USD 50,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The Instructor of Health Occupations at Wilkes Community College is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, laboratories, and clinical supervision that supports student learning, skill development, and successful completion of program and industry certification requirements.

The Instructor teaches a variety of health occupation courses, including but not limited to phlebotomy, cardiovascular technician, Basic Life Support (BLS), first aid, and Healthcare Career Readiness.

Qualifications

• Associate degree in a healthcare-related field from a regionally accredited institution.
• Current healthcare credential(s) relevant to assigned instructional areas.
• Current American Heart Association (AHA) Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor certification or ability to obtain within a designated timeframe.
• Minimum of two (2) years of relevant clinical experience in a healthcare setting.
• Strong written, verbal, and interpersonal communication skills.
• Commitment to professional development and the mission of a comprehensive community college.

Responsibilities

• Deliver high-quality instruction, laboratory, and clinical supervision that supports student learning and certification readiness.
• Teach health occupation courses including phlebotomy, cardiovascular technician, BLS, first aid, and Healthcare Career Readiness.
• Perform instructional, administrative, and program-support duties while contributing to the college's mission and goals.
• Engage with students and colleagues to promote teaching excellence and student success.
• Evening and weekend hours may be required to meet instructional and clinical needs.

Skills

Communication skills

Clinical experience

Interpersonal skills

Professional development

Education

Associate degree in healthcare-related field

Bachelor’s degree in healthcare-related field

Tools

LMS proficiency

Instructional technology

Job description

The Instructor of Health Occupations at Wilkes Community College is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, laboratories, and clinical supervision that supports student learning, skill development, and successful completion of program and industry certification requirements.

The Instructor teaches a variety of health occupation courses, including but not limited to phlebotomy, cardiovascular technician, Basic Life Support (BLS), first aid, and Healthcare Career Readiness.