Education and Training Manager

Advanced Medical Transport•Peoria, IL

3d•$65,000 - $75,000

About The Position

Advanced Medical Transport (AMT) is the premier provider of emergency and scheduled ambulance services in Central and Western Illinois, as well as parts of Iowa. AMT is a private, not-for-profit organization operated for community benefit. The Education and Training Manager serves as an integral role in providing Emergency Medical Services (EMS) instruction for our Paramedic and EMT Programs emphasizing psychomotor skills instruction in laboratory and simulation environments. This position will develop, coordinate, and instruct all continuing education, and serve as the “training officer” for field operations staff.

Requirements

Licensed as a paramedic or other healthcare professional (RN, PA, MD, or DO) CCT certification required within 2 years of hire.
Possess an Associate's Degree in a related medical, educational, or administrative field of study with a Bachelor's Degree completed or planned for completion on agree timeline with management (within two years preferred), or an educational plan for these degrees as agreed to.
Five years of patient care experience in an emergency or critical care environment, preferably including field experience in the delivery of out-of-hospital emergency care.
Two years of proven experience as an educator of health or medical related content.
Currently recognized as or eligible for licensure as an EMS Lead Instructor, as well as CPR, ACLS, PALS, and ITLS/PHTLS instructor.

Nice To Haves

Be knowledgeable about methods of instruction, testing, and evaluation of students.
Be knowledgeable about the education of the EMS professions, including professional, legislative, and regulatory issues regarding education of the EMS professions.
Be knowledgeable concerning national curricula, national accreditation, national registration, and the requirements for state certification or licensure.
Other leadership skills essential to the role include but are not limited to: strong organization skills with attention to detail, strong verbal and written communication skills, ability to coordinate multiple projects and processes in support of educational efforts, and the ability to make decisions in the interest of patient care and student safety and success, while ensuring compliance with regulatory and accrediting agencies.
Computer skills including word processing, spreadsheets, data management, basic reporting and internet applications preferable.

Responsibilities

Functions as lead instructor across EMS courses including EMT-B, Paramedic and continuing education with emphasis on psychomotor skills in labs and simulations.
Oversees the recertification process for field operations staff at national and state licensure levels.
Develop and deliver orientation and training for preceptors, new hire, and outside partner agencies.
Assist in developing program curriculum content, lab and simulation scenarios, and educational objectives.
Contribute to continuous improvement of evaluative processes and program outcomes.
Evaluate and document student progress and performance during psychomotor sessions, scenario examinations, and patient care experiences; monitor progress, identify gaps, and implement corrective measures to support advancement and ensure program requirements are met.
Partners with Human Resources and Operations to forecast and plan key staffing initiatives.
Assists in marketing and recruitment to ensure sufficient enrollments.

Benefits

403(b) account with 50% company match
Paid Time Off
Holiday Pay — six paid holidays each year: New Year’s Day, Memorial Day, Independence Day, Labor Day, Thanksgiving Day, and Christmas Day
Payroll Direct Deposit
Paid Continuing Education
Tuition Reimbursement
Employee Assistance Program
Medical, dental, vision, and prescription coverage, as well as flex-spending or HSA accounts
Disability
Life Insurance
Fitness Center Memberships