Ophthalmology Assistant Instructor

College of Health Care Professions; Houston (TX); On-site; USD 45,000 - 65,000; Full time

Job summary

The College of Health Care Professions seeks an Ophthalmology Assistant Instructor to teach and support students in hybrid courses while ensuring compliance with educational standards. The role involves creating course content, monitoring student progress, and facilitating externship placements, requiring an associate degree and extensive experience in ophthalmology.

Qualifications

• Minimum three years’ experience as Ophthalmology Technician, Optometrist, or Ophthalmologist.
• Current Certification as an Ophthalmology Technician, Optometrist, or related.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned courses in a hybrid format and monitor online activity.
• Ensure student placement in externships and review required paperwork.
• Assess student learning and ensure compliance with regulations.

Skills

Verbal communication

Written communication

Ability to present a professional image

Education

Associates Degree

Job description

Career Opportunities with CHCP Healthcare and Educational Services LLC

A great place to work.

Careers At CHCP Healthcare and Educational Services LLC

Join a team dedicated to transforming lives through healthcare education. At The College of Healthcare Professions (CHCP), we are committed to empowering future healthcare professionals to succeed in impactful careers. Every role here supports our mission to prepare students for the career of their lives.

Job Title: Ophthalmology Assistant Instructor

Summary: Work under supervision to teach assigned courses and provide support to students in assigned programs.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

• · Teach assigned courses in a hybrid format, including monitoring online activity for students in enrolled courses.
• · Create and oversee laboratory days for students in assigned courses.
• · Ensure placement of students in externship setting for required course hours, and review paperwork for assigned externships.
• · Update and/or create courses in assigned program.
• · Monitor students in an online and residential setting for attendance, grades, and other progress indicators.
• · Assess student learning
• · Ensure compliance with all state and federal regulations.
• · Review curriculum and textbooks with other instructors, program managers, advisory board, and school director.
• · Monitor TWC, federal and accrediting standards compliance.
• · Assist with student advising
• · Other jobs as assigned.

Education/Experience:

• Associates Degree required
• Minimum three years’ experience as Ophthalmology Technician, Optometrist, or Ophthalmologist
• Current Certification as an Ophthalmology Technician, Ophthalmology Medical Technician, Ophthalmic Assistant, Optometrist, or Ophthalmologist
• Ability to present a professional image and act as a role model
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills