Emergency Medical Coordinator/Instructor

Nash Community College•Rocky Mount, NC

5d•Onsite

About The Position

Responsible for instruction in all levels of emergency medical services (EMS) classes. The primary responsibilities are program instruction, internship coordination, maintaining student records, and ensuring the accuracy of college forms. The position also supports accreditation, clinical and field placements, student assessment, recruitment and retention, and EMS equipment and vehicle management. This position will remain open until filled.

Requirements

Associate degree in a related field from a regionally accredited institution is preferred.
Minimum of three years of directly related experience.
Certification at the EMT Paramedic level.
EMS Level I instructor status.
Must possess or be willing to acquire CPR, BTLS, ACLS, PALS, First Aid, and EMT-Paramedic Level II Instructor certification within a reasonable time after employment, based on NCOEMS rules for attaining instructor status.
Three years of direct-contact experience in critical care/emergency care within the past five years.
Ability to maintain a stationary position, sitting or standing, for extended periods; operate a computer and other office machinery; occasionally lift, move, transport, install, or remove items weighing up to 15 pounds; communicate information so others understand; observe details; move occasionally to different campus classrooms; and drive to remote instructional sites or other locations.

Nice To Haves

Associate degree in a related field from a regionally accredited institution.

Responsibilities

Assist with the CoAEMSP accreditation process.
Serve as a secondary instructor for the Paramedic Program.
Build class contracts and aid EMS instructors.
Oversee EMS internship scheduling for initial certification classes.
Schedule hospital clinical time and accompany students to hospital sites as needed.
Secure agreements with clinical and field agencies.
Verify student records, including clinical eligibility documentation such as vaccination records and background checks requested by host agencies.
Conduct scheduled training in the Sim Lab and mobile Sim Unit for EMS students.
Submit class records within prescribed time periods.
Evaluate student performance.
Participate in professional development activities provided by NCC.
Participate in College events and activities and serve on committees as assigned.
Maintain regular on-site attendance during normal college operating hours, consistent with College expectations, policies, and procedures.
Stay current on EMS trends and required changes in EMS education.
Maintain compliance with NCCCS and NCOEMS standards and equipment requirements.
Initiate and answer telephone and video conference calls.
Perform other duties that contribute to the efficient and effective operation of NCC.
Participate in and support ongoing assessment, planning, and evaluation to improve student learning.
Use Element 451 in conjunction with student recruitment and retention.
Assist with EMS vehicle and equipment management.