Health Science Core, PCA & Phlebotomy Instructor (VLD)

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College; Valdosta (GA); On-site; USD 51,000 - 63,000; Full time

Job summary

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College is seeking a Health Science Core, PCA & Phlebotomy Instructor (VLD) to deliver courses across the Cook and Valdosta campuses and partner sites. The instructor will implement program standards, assess student progress, and maintain documentation and safety standards.

The role may include day or evening classes with variable hours; prior teaching experience in health sciences is preferred and background checks will be conducted per college policy.

Qualifications

• Certificate, Diploma, or Associate’s Degree in Nursing or another health care profession from a regionally accredited institution.
• Three years employment experience in the field within the past seven years. Current nationally recognized organization certification in LPN or RN.

Responsibilities

• Provide instruction for health science core, PCA, and phlebotomy courses on the Cook and Valdosta campuses and surrounding area high school settings.
• Evaluate students’ progress in attaining goals and objectives, including clinical performance and procedural competencies.
• Demonstrate appropriate teaching techniques and effective oral and written communication; maintain gradebooks and required documentation.
• Follow approved course syllabus and ensure safety and health compliance in training areas; may supervise clinical sites.

Skills

Teaching experience

Education

Certificate/Diploma/Associate’s in Nursing or health care

Job description

Job Title

Health Science Core, PCA & Phlebotomy Instructor (VLD)

Agency

Wiregrass Georgia Technical College

Job Requisition ID

JR0000001586

Shift

Day (United States of America)

Compensation Details

$57,000/YR

Job Description

The Health Sciences Core, PCA, and Phlebotomy Instructor provides instruction for health science core, patient care assisting/nurse aide, and phlebotomy courses on the Cook and Valdosta campus and surrounding area high school settings. The instructor is responsible for executing the program standards to include classroom instruction, identifying appropriate resources and teaching methods, and evaluating students’ progress in attaining goals and objectives. Specifically, the instructor will be responsible for the evaluation of student clinical performance, progress, and procedural competencies; demonstrates the use of appropriate teaching techniques; demonstrates the effective use of oral and written communication skills; demonstrates the use of appropriate testing and grading procedures including proper maintenance of gradebooks and any other record-keeping required; follows approved course syllabus; maintains supplies and equipment; prepares and maintains all required documentation and administrative reports. Ensures safety and security requirements are met in the training area. Classes may consist of day or evening courses and will vary per semester. Position may include variable hours, including clinical supervision of students. Requirements include ensuring a safe and healthy work environment by complying with college health and safety policies, standard practices in maintaining occupational health and safety legislation and regulations. Wiregrass Georgia Technical College seeks to recruit, hire, and retain faculty and staff who display a willingness to support students of underrepresented gender and minority groups, as well as students with disabilities. All employees of the college are required to participate fully in the realization of equity in recruitment, enrollment, retention, graduation, and placement of students enrolled or who seek to become enrolled in programs at the college, with a special emphasis on nontraditional program participants.

Summary of Working Conditions

• Equipment Used: Standard office equipment, Regular use of college owned or personal vehicle for performance of duties, Various types of advanced in-field equipment as required by academic program and accreditation standards.
• Working Conditions: Category I - High probability of exposure to hazardous chemicals/pathogens. Probability of working beyond the normal shift, but not frequently. Periodic travel between major Wiregrass campuses and satellite sites.

Minimum Qualifications

• Certificate, Diploma, or Associate’s Degree in Nursing or other health care profession from a regionally accredited institution; three (3) years employment experience in the field within the past seven (7) years. Current nationally recognized organization certification in any one of the following; LPN or RN.

Preferred Qualifications

• In addition to meeting all other minimum qualifications, the highly desired candidate will possess one or more of the following: Baccalaureate Degree in Nursing or other health profession. Teaching experience in nursing or Health Sciences.

Salary/Benefits

• Salary is $57,000/yr.
• This position is full-time and includes standard State of GA benefits such as leave accrual, options for health & other supplemental benefits, and retirement.
• This position may qualify the successful candidate for the Public Service Loan Forgiveness Program.
• This position is funded in whole or in part by State/Local/Tuition funds.

Background Investigations

Pursuant to college policy, a thorough background investigation, including a criminal history records check and employment history reference checks will be performed for all candidates offered employment. Other checks such as Motor Vehicle Records may be conducted for any candidate receiving an offer, as well as internal candidates prior to being promoted or transferred into a position with the college. Other Required Tests: During the course of employment, incumbents in this position may be required to supervise students at an external clinical site or other medical facility as a condition of employment. Based on this assignment, the incumbent may be required to undergo and receive a negative finding/result on a ten (10) panel drug test BEFORE placement. Should a candidate be chosen for a 2nd interview, references which support prior work history and employment experience will be contacted. Please note that some employers charge a processing fee to complete employment verifications. If a former employer requires payment to complete employment verification forms, this fee must be paid by the candidate. For positions requiring official transcripts, the candidate will be responsible for ordering and payment for these transcripts. Wiregrass is responsible for payments for criminal history searches, MVR searches, credit checks, and other items listed in the required tests portion above.

Applicant Instructions/Information

Application Deadline: Thursday, October 15, 2026 or Until Filled

Equal Opportunity Employer Statement

As set forth in its student catalog, Wiregrass Georgia Technical College does not discriminate on the basis of race, color, creed, national or ethnic origin, gender, religion, disability, age, political affiliation or belief, genetic information, veteran status or citizenship status (except in those special circumstances permitted or mandated by law). Any violation or questions may be directed to: Shalonda Sanders, Title IX Coordinator (all campuses), Vice President for Human Resources and Operations, Valdosta Campus, Brooks Hall, Room Rm. 548, (229) 333‑5356 or [e-mail]; OR Katrina Royal, Student ADA Section 504 Coordinator (all campuses), Dean for Student Engagement, Valdosta Campus, Berrien Hall, Room 100, (229) 333‑2100 ext. 1236 or [e-mail] *student ADA student disability claims only. Telephone numbers are accessible to persons who are deaf or hard of hearing through the Georgia Relay by dialing 711 or 1‑800‑255‑0056 from a TTY/TDD.

Equal Employment Opportunity Employer

The State of Georgia does not discriminate based on race, color, national origin, sex, religion, age, disability, or other protected categories in employment or the provision of services. Qualified applicants may request reasonable accommodation when needed during the application and/or screening process by contacting the appropriate agency Human Resources department.

About the State of Georgia

Georgia State Government is a large enterprise, composed of various entities with a common goal to improve the lives of Georgia's 10 million citizens. With nearly 62,000 employees, we are one of the single largest employer in the state. Public service opportunities stretch across the state as employees live and work in all 159 counties. From traditional fields such as accounting, nursing, and engineering to unique fields like forestry and natural resources management, Georgia state government provides a world of opportunity.