Assistant Professor and Lab Manager, EMS Programs

Santa Fe College Employees•Gainesville, FL

About The Position

The Assistant Professor and Lab Manager for Emergency Medical Services (EMS) Programs develops, prepares, and teaches a variety of EMS courses while managing the EMS skills lab. Instructional activities comprise more than 50 percent of total duty time. The role requires flexibility to teach during the day, evening, or online, including through other distance-learning formats. The position supports student success and the college’s teaching and learning mission through instruction, curriculum development, assessment, and service. It assists with EMS program direction and supervision, clinical coordination, accreditation requirements, and American Heart Association training center operations. The role also supports simulation-based instruction and the maintenance and proper use of lab equipment. The appointee must meet Florida EMS instructor qualification requirements, including Florida paramedic certification in good standing, an associate’s degree, and specified lead-instructor coursework. Additional certifications and other requirements must be met as detailed in the posting. The position is with Santa Fe College, which states its commitment to a diverse, inclusive, and non-discriminatory work and educational environment.

Requirements

Must meet the EMS instructor qualifications specified in FAC 64J-1.0201, as applicable at the time of the posting.
Must be certified as a Florida paramedic in good standing with the Florida Department of Health.
Must have at least an associate’s degree from an institution accredited by an accreditor recognized by the United States Department of Education.
For lead instructor status, must successfully complete the Level A and Level B instructor coursework listed in Tables I and II of FAC 64J-1.0201.
Must pass a criminal background check.
Out-of-state applicants must obtain National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians paramedic certification and Florida paramedic licensure in good standing before their first day of employment.
Must obtain instructor certification in Basic Life Support, Advanced Cardiac Life Support, Pediatric Advanced Life Support, and either International Trauma Life Support or Prehospital Trauma Life Support within six months of employment.
Must be able to lift at least 20 pounds without assistance.
Must have a valid Florida Class E driver’s license and be authorized to drive for the college.
Ability to work successfully in a multicultural environment and adapt flexibly and positively to change.
Analytical, problem-solving, critical-thinking, and judgment skills, including the ability to analyze information, interpret data, identify issues, develop recommendations, and evaluate outcomes.
Ability to communicate professionally, diplomatically, empathetically, and tactfully.
Ability to respond promptly and courteously to students and faculty, including assisting students with limited computer skills.
Ability to demonstrate integrity, professionalism, civility, and strong ethics.
Organization and time-management skills to plan and complete work within established time frames.
Relationship-management and customer-service skills, including building relationships and addressing others’ needs.
Ability to set and exceed established targets.
Proficiency with Microsoft Office and/or relevant position software.
Accuracy and attention to detail.
Ability to organize, coordinate, manage, prioritize, and perform multiple tasks simultaneously.

Nice To Haves

Bachelor’s degree in a relevant discipline.
Experience working in a community college and/or university setting.
Teaching experience.
Ability to incorporate appropriate instructional technologies into coursework.

Responsibilities

Plans, organizes, and delivers instruction in didactic, laboratory, and/or classroom settings to promote student success.
Supports the college and departmental missions through quality instruction, curriculum enhancement, and timely service.
Collaborates with the Associate Director, Chair, faculty, and peers to evaluate, revise, and develop curriculum.
Assists in directing and supervising EMS programs and personnel, including adjunct faculty and EMS clinical coordination.
Uses technological literacy and innovation in delivering instruction.
Builds positive working relationships with students, public safety agencies, the EMS Advisory Committee, college faculty and staff, and community members.
Works collaboratively as part of an academic team and assists with implementing college policies, objectives, and functions.
Participates in departmental meetings and collegewide committees as needed.
Provides frequent, timely student assessments and clear feedback; documents student progress and maintains attendance, grading, and learning-outcome records.
Develops fair and accurate methods for assessing student progress toward learning outcomes and objectives.
Collaborates with the EMS Programs Director to implement requirements of organizations including CoAEMSP, the Florida Department of Health, and partner organizations to maintain program and facility accreditation.
Collects data and prepares, transmits, and maintains reports and records.
Collaborates with faculty to develop simulation-based training using human patient simulators and other equipment, and ensures assessments are performed accurately.
Maintains simulation equipment in operational condition and ensures faculty understand and properly use it.
Coordinates with EMS faculty to support continuity among classroom instruction, skills-lab instruction, and clinical experiences.
Supports college staff and partner organizations in administering American Heart Association training center policies and operations.
Promotes a professional, supportive, innovative, safe, and non-discriminatory environment and acts in the best interests of the College.
Stewards college equipment, supplies, and property prudently.
Maintains office hours proportionate to the instructional assignment.
Maintains operating-procedure records and may guide others on position-specific knowledge, college ERP processes, and established departmental procedures.
Provides college service through events, committees, and other activities.
Complies with college rules, procedures, guidelines, and applicable laws and regulations, including those concerning records, FERPA, and confidentiality.
Protects the privacy, security, and confidentiality of records and sensitive information.
Provides courteous, informed, accessible, and professional service.
Performs other duties as assigned.