EMT Instructor

Minimum Qualifications

Associate's degree or higher
A minimum of 3 years as an EMT in EMSA system.
A minimum of three years field experience as a NREMT or
A minimum of two years of field training or supervisory
One year of instructor experience
Two or more of the following instructor ratings within six months of time in position: CPR, ACLS, BTLS, PHTLS, PEPP
State EMS Instructor License or ability to obtain within 30 days
NAEMSE certification preferred, or the willingness to obtain
Ability to successfully pass a background check and drug screen to the satisfaction of the organization.

Essential Functions Of The Position

• Meet all organizational requirements and responsibilities of an EMSA NREMT provider, as defined by the Medical Control
• Conduct self in an ethical, professional manner; project a positive self/company/system
• Establish a learning-centered environment focused on skills competency and learning outcomes
• Maintain strong rapport with team
• Develop, coordinate, and instruct EMT level course curriculum that meets established national curriculum
• Develop and maintain annual course schedules, materials, classroom, and equipment consistent with the policies of any affiliate institution and the
• Coordinate all aspects of EMT school laboratory and clinical site
• Supervise all team members enrolled and attending EMT school, excluding regular field operation/communication
• Ensure all associated documentation is accurate, complete, and appropriately
• Report all required program KPI’s, develop and implement individual student performance improvement plans when necessary
• Participate in other projects and/or research initiatives that enhance and support EMS
• Always be prepared to perform in the capacity of an EMSA field provider, within scope of licensure
• Adhere to and enforce all organizational policies and safety standards

Other Functions Of The Position

• Performs other job-related duties, functions, tasks and responsibilities as assigned, which may vary based on evolving organizational needs and priorities

Knowledge, Skills, Abilities, And Other Characteristics

• A good understanding of diverse learning styles, and the ability to deliver educational material in an effective
• Strong communication skills: both written and verbal and the ability to speak effectively and engage larger
• To maintain confidential patient and personnel
• Establish and maintain close working relationships with team members while demonstrating compassion and a sincere dedication to their needs
• Strong attention to detail

Physical Demands

• Frequent amount of time at a stationary desk sitting for up to 8 hours daily with frequent repeating motions that may include wrists, hands, and fingers
• Frequent hearing and talking to interpret job functions
• Frequent visual ability to judge distance and space and clarity up to 20 ft
• Minimal hand tool operation and minimal ascending or descending ladders, ramps, or stairs
• Occasional lifting pull or pull objects up to 250 lbs. in all directions with a maximum lifting of 350 lbs
• Occasional walking and standing, kneeling, crouching, bending, twisting

Work Environment

• The position works in a temperature-controlled environment with occasional exposure to extreme temperatures to include humidity
• Sometimes may be exposed to fumes, grease, or oil and may experience minimal poor ventilation or air circulation
• The noise level is frequently quiet with minimal exposure to moving mechanical parts/machines