Job Purpose

The Healthcare Instructor will manage the certification process of students seeking one or more of the short-term, stackable credentials offered in the Healthcare Pathway. The Healthcare Instructor will be primarily responsible for student instruction and certifications from the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) and/or the nurse assisting certification (STNA) from the Ohio Department of Health (ODH). This includes maintaining all documentation as well as appropriately registering, filing, and submitting all steps necessary to complete the certification process. The Healthcare Instructor will also provide appropriate modeling and instruction of employability / soft skills necessary to attain and retain employment. 

Duties and Responsibilities

Primary job duties and responsibilities:

• Uses various proprietary or teacher made materials, provides instruction on basic and relevant medical terminology specific to the certification (s) being taught.
• Provides instruction and skill development for students to achieve Nationally Recognized Industry Credentials from the National Healthcareer Association (NHA) in the following areas:
• Phlebotomy Technician
• EKG Technician
• Certified Patient Care Technician
• Clinical Medical Assistant
• Provides instruction and skill development for students to achieve the nurse assistant certification (STNA) using the curricula from the Iowa Department of Health (ODH).
• Ensures all equipment and materials are in good repair and report any maintenance, safety and/or sanitation issues immediately.
• Ensures an adequate amount of teaching supplies, including proper storage and security of phlebotomy supplies.
• Periodically evaluates students learning and provides specific, accurate, and substantive feedback as to each student’s progress. 
• Prepares progress reports and report cards as required by school policy or law.
• Provides a supportive and optimistic learning environment in which students are actively engaged in learning.
• Coordinates with Intervention Specialists to identify students who require learning accommodations. Appropriately incorporates those accommodations into all instructional activities and testing with regards to the individual’s dignity, respect, and privacy.
• Establishes professional rapport with students by demonstrating their worth and dignity while communicating responsibility and citizenship expectations.
• Attends and participates in staff meetings, committees and scheduled training as required.
• Completes required documentation and responds to specific internal informational requests in a timely and complete manner.
• Maintains standards of appropriate behavior through fair and just progressive corrective actions
• Refer formal disciplinary issues to counselors and/or administrators for disposition.
• Maintains a detailed tracking system and completes all steps of certification processes ultimately resulting in the participants receiving their credential in a timely manner.
• Maintains professional certification and/or licensure through ongoing training and education as needed. 
• Stays up to date with NHA program requirements and resources.

Performance Outcomes

• Maintains and provides weekly updates on the appropriate “Progress Tracker” for each credential.
• Ensures the completion of Credit Flex Plans for each student so that students may be awarded available academic credits.
• Ensures that all students are appropriately enrolled in the correct Infinite Campus course.
• Completes all steps necessary for students to take the certification test and ensures that copies of any certifications earned are provided to the school’s Placement Specialist for inclusion in the student’s Career Portfolio for graduation.
• Assists in securing Workforce Experience (WEX) opportunities for students and ensures that classroom learning is relevant and functional in supporting a student’s WEX placement.
• Participates in Quarterly Workforce Advisory Committee as needed.
• Actively assists in the recruitment and retention of students in this pathway, especially as it relates to improved attendance and certification completion.

Qualifications, Education and Experience

Necessary and desirable qualifications include, but are not limited to, the following:

• If school intends to teach the STNA course, candidate will need a current, valid Train-The-Trainer (TTT) licensure in Iowa or be eligible to take the TTT course which includes, at least, two years working experience in a long-term care facility, home health agency or similar health-care program. The costs for the class will be covered by the school.
• Certified as an Instructor by the National Health Career Association (NHA) or be willing to go through the NHA Instructor Application Process. The application process and any associated costs are covered by the school.
• Commitment to the company’s mission, vision, and growth
• Passion for improving educational and career opportunities for urban students and for building a strong, mission-driven organization.
• Exceptional interpersonal, communication, and presentation skills.
• Effective organizational skills with the ability to perform multiple tasks.
• Willingness to go “above and beyond” to support students in achieving academic and career goals.
• No restrictions in securing an Iowa Department of Education vocational teacher license or permit.
• Understanding and appreciation for a non-traditional learners and learning environment.
• Commitment to continued personal and professional growth.
• Experience Preferred: 
• Minimum: Current valid licensure as a Certified Clinical Medical Assistant
• Preferred: Current valid licensure as a registered nurse (RN) or licensed practical nurse (LPN) 

Working Conditions

This job is performed in a generally clean and healthy environment. May work with challenging students at times.

Physical Requirements

The usual and customary methods of performing the job’s functions require the following physical demands: some lifting, carrying, pushing, and/or pulling; and significant fine finger dexterity. 

Reasonable accommodations can be made to employees with qualified disabilities who can perform the essential functions of the job, so long as there is no undue hardship created upon the organization or other employees within the organization.

Supervision Received

Occasional, minimal guidance, but follows established work methods.

Direct Reports

None.

Conclusion

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed within this job. However, this job description is not intended to be an exhaustive list of responsibilities, duties, qualifications, or physical demands associated with the position.

 Community College Adjunct Eligibility:
Candidate must be able to qualify for adjunct instructor status with the local community college partner. For CTE instructors, this may include appropriate industry licensure/certification, related degree or associate degree with relevant work experience, or specialized training with at least 6,000 hours of tested industry experience. Candidate must be willing to provide transcripts, certifications, employment history, and other documentation needed for faculty qualification review.