Instructor

Job Responsibilities

• Presents content for each course as mutually established with the Training Manager.
• Maintains Instructor status for standardized courses as mutually agreed upon.
• Serves as an instructor/facilitator for patient care scenarios as well as skill labs using Program established teaching, evaluation, and testing tools.
• Aids staff with the maintenance of Program equipment.
• Evaluates students in all three domains (cognitive, psychomotor, and affective), provides feedback to students and maintains documentation.
• 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.
• Uses discretion and maintains confidentiality regarding student information.
• Demonstrates an appreciation of cost factors in the routine performance of duties.
• Responds and adapts to changing expectations and reprioritizes as necessary to expedite Program needs.
• Demonstrates the ability to provide constructive feedback during didactic and skills based evaluations.

Requirements

• Paramedic License or Registered Nursing License required.
• AHA BLS Instructor preferred.
• AHA ACLS Instructor preferred.
• AHA PALS Instructor preferred.
• PHTLS Instructor preferred.
• 5 years EMS Experience preferred.
• Lead Skills Instructor preferred.
• Teaching Assistance preferred.

Skills

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