Lab Assistant

Job Purpose

Provide instructional support to faculty in lab sessions for EMR, EMT, and Paramedic classes based on Kansas certification level. Multiple positions.

Position Qualifications and/or Education

- High school diploma or GED equivalent. - Certification by the Kansas Board of EMS as an EMT or Paramedic. - At least one (1) year experience providing emergency medical care in the field setting. - Associate degree or higher. - National Registry Certification as an EMT or Paramedic. - Three years or more experience providing emergency medical care in the field setting. - Prior experience as an instructor or instructional assistant.

Physical Requirements

Regularly required to talk to students or hear responses from students or faculty. Regularly required to use close vision to read handwritten or typed material and the ability to adjust focus. Regularly required to stand, walk, sit, use hands/fingers to manage or feel objects such as tools, keyboards, mannequins, etc., and reach with hands and arms to push or pull equipment. Regularly required to lift 100 pounds such as emergency bag, equipment mannequins, or books. Occasionally required to bend, stoop, twist, reach, or climb more than the average person.

Work Schedule

Part-time, maximum of 29 hours per week with an average of 10 hours per week. Lab instructors must work a minimum of 45 hours per semester to continue employment. Must be able to work a variable schedule/hour to meet operational needs. Must be able to work day and evening classes and an occasional weekend day to participate in BEMS BLS Certification Exams.