Instructor of Health Occupations Job Northern Kentucky USA,Healthcare

$50,000 to $65,000 based on education and experience in accordance with the college salary plan.

Job Reports To

Program Coordinator of Health Occupations

Job Category

Instructional (Faculty)

Application Period

Opens:

Closes: 09/30/2026

Target Start Date Expected Work Hours

Full-time

Employment Type

Full-time

Minimum 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.

Preferred Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in a healthcare-related field.
AHA CPR Instructor certified.
Teaching experience in a community college, continuing education, healthcare, or workforce development setting.
Proficiency with instructional technology and learning management systems.
Experience teaching multiple Health Occupations courses.
Experience with clinical supervision and competency-based instruction.
Experience working with diverse student populations.

Position Description

The Instructor of Health Occupations is responsible for delivering high-quality instruction, laboratory, 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.

The Instructor performs instructional, administrative, and program-support duties while contributing to the mission, goals, and effectiveness of Wilkes Community College through teaching excellence, student engagement, service, and professional development.

This is a full-time, 12-month position primarily housed at Herring Hall, Wilkes Campus, with the possibility of instructional assignments at other campuses or off-site clinical locations. Evening and weekend hours may be required to meet instructional and clinical needs.