Patient Care Tech Instructor SkillTrade, Inc Detroit, MI Job Details Part-time | Full-time $23 - $27 an hour 5 hours ago Qualifications EKG BLS Certification Phlebotomy specimen handling Patient treatment Hospital experience

Full Job Description Position Description:

Patient Care Technician Instructor (Part-Time | Saturday Position) Are you an experienced Healthcare Professional looking to expand your impact without leaving your full-time hospital or clinic role? Skilltrade is a private allied-health career training school seeking a dedicated and knowledgeable Patient Care Technician or higher-credentialed individual to serve as an instructor in our program and help develop certification-ready, workforce-ready Patient Care Technicians. This is a perfect opportunity for: Someone passionate about healthcare education and committed to helping students build the skills necessary to excel in direct patient care. Lead PCTs, CNAs, LPNs, and RNs Educators at heart who want to shape the next generation Professionals seeking predictable supplemental income Leaders looking to strengthen their resume with instructional experience What You'll Do This role involves teaching adult students enrolled in a structured, certification-focused training program that prepares graduates for national credentialing exams and entry-level roles in hospitals, long-term care, and other healthcare facilities. Deliver hands-on lab instruction aligned with current industry standards Demonstrate core patient care skills, including vital signs, ADLs, patient mobility and safe transfers, phlebotomy, and EKG Model infection prevention, patient safety, and compassionate patient interaction best practices Reinforce exam-readiness strategies tied to CPCT/A certification Coach students on professionalism, teamwork, and clinical expectations Evaluate competency through skills checkoffs and practical assessments Maintain accurate attendance and grading records Partner with leadership to ensure students are workforce-ready We provide the full curriculum, an instructor manual with a step-by-step classroom roadmap, and mentorship from experienced instructors before you lead a lab on your own. Prior teaching experience is not required, but professionalism and subject-matter mastery are. Qualifications Patient Care Technician Certification (CPCT/A or equivalent), or a higher credential such as CNA, LPN, or RN Minimum 2+ years of hands-on patient care experience in a hospital or clinical setting Current BLS Certification Strong knowledge of patient care procedures, phlebotomy, EKG, and clinical safety standards Clear, confident communication skills A mentoring mindset and commitment to high standards Reliable, punctual, and organized Preferred (but not required) Phlebotomy (CPT) and/or EKG (CET) certification Experience as a Lead PCT, Charge Nurse, or Preceptor Experience training or onboarding new hires Why Join Us?

Predictable Schedule:

4-6 hours per week (morning)

Competitive Compensation:

$23-$27/hour (based on experience) Leadership Development Opportunity to shape future professionals Supportive academic leadership team If you take pride in your craft and want to elevate the profession, this is your opportunity to teach with purpose. Apply today!