EMS Adjunct Instructor

EMS Adjunct Instructor: St. Louis, MO

POSITION SUMMARY:

Functions as an adjunct Instructor for identified courses. Instruction may include skill labs, coordinating patient care scenarios, content delivery. Courses may include EMT, AEMT, Paramedic, and/or standardized courses (IE ACLS, PALS, PHTLS).

RESPONSIBILITIES/DUTIES:

• Ensures that practice and theory are current according to national standards and current evidence informed practice.
• Serves as an instructor/facilitator in skill labs using Program established teaching, evaluation, and testing tools.
• Serves as an instructor/facilitator of patient care scenarios.
• Maintains accurate documentation of student performance.
• Evaluates students in all three domains (cognitive, psychomotor, and affective) and provides feedback to students as appropriate and agreed upon with the Lead Instructor.
• Presents content for each course as mutually established with the Program Manager
• Supervises students in the clinical areas as scheduled in conjunction with the Clinical Coordinator, as assigned.
• Remains current with State and local EMS requirements, policies, and procedures.
• Maintains Instructor status for standardized courses as mutually agreed upon.
• Other duties as assigned.

COMMUNICATION:

• Establishes and maintains positive working relationships within the organization based on experience and feedback obtained.
• Utilizes tact and appropriate problem-solving process when dealing with issues identified.
• Relays concerns and initiates problem solving in a timely manner.
• Interacts positively with staff members and students.
• Serves as a role model for students.
• Uses discretion and maintains confidentiality regarding student information.

FISCAL RESPONSIBILITY:

• Executes assignments to achieve optimal productivity and efficiency.
• Demonstrates an appreciation of cost factors in the routine performance of duties.
• Assists staff with the maintenance of Program equipment.

PROBLEM SOLVING:

• Responds and adapts to changing expectations and reprioritizes as necessary to expedite Program needs.
• Assumes responsibility for effectively addressing issues and solving problems.
• Demonstrates good judgment in handling situations not covered by written or verbal instructions.

KNOWLEDGE/SKILLS/ABILITIES:

• Ability to deliver educational presentations applying principles of adult learning.
• Ability to communicate clearly and concisely, both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to work with other employees, supervisors and external parties.
• Ability to maintain confidentiality of privileged information gained as result of position functions.
• Ability to work independently and under pressure.

EDUCATION:

• Associate degree preferred
• Completion of an approved Instructor course preferred, specifics as required by local governing authority

EXPERIENCE:

• Minimum 3 years progressive experience in a field/clinical setting as an EMT or Paramedic
• Experience as an adjunct instructor preferred

CREDENTIALS:

• REQUIRED
  • BLS Provider
  • ACLS Provider-Paramedic and Registered Nurse
• PREFERRED
  • AHA BLS Instructor
  • AHA ACLS Instructor
  • PHTLS or ITLS Instructor
  • Instructor of either: PALS, PEPP, or EPC

LICENSURE/CERTIFICATION:

• * Certified EMT, Paramedic or Registered Nurse
• * NREMT Preferred
• * Current certification/licensure in the Program state

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Salary: $30.00/hr