Adjunct Faculty, Patient Care Technician

Location: WSU Tech South

Compensation: $32/hr

About the Role

WSU Tech is seeking an Adjunct Faculty, Patient Care Technician to provide classroom and hands-on instruction in patient care skills. This position will support students preparing for careers in healthcare, with an emphasis on phlebotomy and EKG. The ideal candidate brings current healthcare experience and a passion for helping students develop the technical knowledge, hands-on skills, and professional behaviors needed to succeed in the healthcare field.

Responsibilities

• Provide classroom and hands-on instruction related to patient care, phlebotomy, and EKG procedures
• Demonstrate proper techniques, equipment use, safety practices, and infection-control procedures
• Create an engaging learning environment that supports students with varying levels of experience
• Evaluate student performance through assignments, skills demonstrations, exams, and other assessments
• Provide students with timely, constructive feedback to support their academic and professional development
• Maintain accurate student attendance, grades, and other required records
• Ensure instruction and laboratory activities align with program requirements, industry standards, and applicable healthcare practices
• Promote professionalism, patient safety, confidentiality, and ethical behavior in the learning environment
• Maintain current knowledge of healthcare practices, technology, and industry expectations
• Perform other duties as assigned

Requirements

• Current or recent professional experience in healthcare, phlebotomy, EKG, patient care, or a closely related field
• Demonstrated knowledge and practical experience with phlebotomy and/or EKG procedures
• Ability to effectively communicate technical and clinical concepts to students
• Strong interpersonal, organizational, and communication skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Teaching, training, or mentoring experience
• Experience working with students or adult learners in a classroom or laboratory setting
• Current industry credentials or certifications related to phlebotomy, EKG, patient care, or another relevant healthcare field
• Experience in a clinical healthcare environment

Work Environment

This position may include classroom, laboratory, and hands-on instructional activities. The adjunct faculty member will work directly with students to develop practical skills and prepare them for employment in healthcare settings.

Benefits

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