EMS Clinical Coordinator

Louisiana Community and Technical College System • West Monroe, LA

19h • Hybrid

About The Position

This position is an Unclassified - Faculty 9-month appointment within the Academic Affairs department, specifically in Nursing, Allied Health & Safety at Louisiana Delta Community College. The role involves teaching, coordinating clinical practicums, ensuring student and program compliance with affiliate requirements, and collaborating with EMS programs and sites.

Requirements

• Associate's degree in related field
• Nationally Registered Paramedic
• Current Louisiana Licensed Paramedic
• Ability to obtain EMS Instructor licensure in the State of Louisiana within 6 months of hire
• Criminal background checks
• Drug screening
• Immunization verification
• Physical examination clearance
• Maintain all required state and national EMS certifications and instructor credentials

Nice To Haves

• Bachelor's degree or higher in related field
• Experience in a higher education training environment
• Experience coordinating clinical or field education programs
• Experience with accreditation standards and compliance (state and/or national EMS education standards)
• American Heart Association Instructor certification (ACLS, BLS, and PALS)
• National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT) Instructor (e.g., PHTLS)
• 2 years of field experience as a paramedic providing direct patient care
• 2 years of teaching experience (classroom, clinical, or field instruction)

Responsibilities

• Teach the equivalent of 18 credit hours/year, typically 9 hours in the fall semester and 9 hours in the spring semester. Overload course assignments may be authorized and limited to the equivalent of 6 credit hours/semester.
• Coordinate practicum scheduling, orientation, documentation, and resolution of student or site concerns in a timely manner.
• Ensure program and student compliance with clinical and field affiliate requirements, including immunizations, background checks, physicals, and drug screenings.
• Assist in development, implementation, and evaluation of courses, with emphasis on clinical/field components and quality improvement processes.
• Collaborate with regional EMS programs and clinical/field sites for preceptor orientation and evaluation.
• Assist Program Coordinator with selection and evaluation of instructional resources, including textbooks, lab supplies, and library materials.
• Conduct site visits to affiliated clinical locations to ensure quality instruction and student evaluation.
• Assist in development and implementation of policies and procedures related to clinical and field education.
• Assist in evaluation of student knowledge and skills through lab instruction and practical examinations.
• Perform other duties as assigned.

Benefits

• Retirement
• Multiple medical insurance options
• Supplemental insurances (dental, term life, disability, accident, vision, etc.)
• Tax Saver Flexible Benefits Plan (saves tax dollars on some child care and medical expenses)
• Holidays (14 per year, typically includes longer break at Christmas)
• Sick leave benefits
• Employee Assistance Program

What This Job Offers

• Job Type: Full-time
• Career Level: Entry Level
• Education Level: Associate degree