Lab Skills Assistant, EMT

Part-time, non-union support staff position located college-wide.

About the role

Serves as a departmental resource and provides assistance to EMT faculty and students.

Responsibilities

• Assists EMT faculty in instructing lab skills for courses in Emergency Medical Technology to meet minimum instructor–student ratio required by EMT program accreditation.
• Responsible for set-up and operation of the training lab.
• Assists faculty with student-based EMT projects.
• Interfaces with the industry advisory board.
• Assists the faculty in evaluation of student techniques for grade.
• Collaborates with students and faculty to deliver courses.
• Assists with the maintenance and cleanliness of EMT labs.
• Exhibits patience and positive attitudes in establishing an encouraging learning environment.
• Performs other duties as assigned.

Requirements

• High School Diploma (or equivalent).
• Certified or licensed for at least three of the last five years as an EMS provider, registered nurse, or physician assistant.
• Possess a current and valid certificate to practice as an EMS provider or holds a current and valid Ohio license to practice as a registered nurse or a physician assistant.
• AHA BLS Certification.

Skills

• Working knowledge of EMT concepts, practices, and procedures with the ability to apply them in varied situations as it pertains to the departmental focus.
• Excellent written and verbal communication skills.
• Excellent customer service skills and proven ability to develop and sustain productive customer relationships.
• Intermediate-level proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.
• Ability to diagnose and facilitate minor equipment repairs.
• Ability to work independently and in a team environment.
• Ability to exercise good judgment and discretion.
• Ability to work a flexible schedule as directed.
• Sensitivity to respond appropriately to the needs of a diverse population.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate or Bachelor’s degree in Emergency Medical Services, Science, or a related field.
• Registered Nurse licensed in Ohio, with background in Emergency Nursing or Critical Care.
• Physician’s Assistant licensed in Ohio, with background in Emergency or Critical Care.
• State of Ohio EMS Instructor or Assistant EMS Instructor certification.
• Minimum of five years of field experience as a Paramedic in Ohio.
• ACLS and PALS Instructor Certification.
• ITLS or AMLS Instructor Certification.
• Demonstrated experience as classroom lecturer and lab instructor in EMT, Advanced EMT, and Paramedic training programs.

Pay

$21.00/hour (minimum hiring rate).

Schedule

• Will vary depending on the course schedule for the academic term.
• Tuesdays and Thursdays: 8:30 am – 1:00 pm or 8:30 am – 3:30 pm.
• Wednesdays, Fridays, and Saturdays: 8:30 am – 4:00 pm.

Physical Demands & Working Conditions

• The work is performed in a normal, professional office environment.
• The work area is adequately lighted, heated, and ventilated.
• Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the duties of the job and will perform repetitive motions with hands/fingers using a computer mouse and keyboard to type.
• There may be some walking, standing, bending, and carrying of light items such as papers, files, pamphlets, and books.
• Work may also require walking and standing in conjunction with travel to and attendance at meetings and conferences away from the worksite.