EMS EDUCATOR (90100573)

HHC•Indianapolis, IN

93d•Hybrid

About The Position

The EMS educator understands the central concepts, tools of inquiry, and structures of the EMS discipline(s) they teach and can create learning experiences that make these aspects of subject matter meaningful for the adult learner. Indianapolis Emergency Medical Services (EMS) is an organization that celebrates diversity, and seeks to employ a diverse workforce. We actively encourage all individuals to apply for employment and to seek advancement opportunities. Indianapolis EMS also provides reasonable accommodations to qualified individuals with disabilities as required by law.

Requirements

Must have at least one of the following: Indiana Paramedic License
A minimum of five years clinical experience as a pre-hospital provider required
Valid Driver’s License - must meet and remain in compliance with IEMS driver eligibility policy
Certification in all the following: ACLS, AHA CPR,
NIMS 100, 200, 700, 800
AWR 111, 160
Ability to use and/or develop various instructional aids including audio-visual equipment, training mannequins, curriculum materials, and student handout materials
Use various computer software applications including, but not limited to, word processing, PowerPoint and other presentation software as deemed appropriate, database, spreadsheet and test generator programs construct learning modules for delivery in the classroom as well as the virtual classroom
Read write and speak the English language
Assess and communicate information in a clear and precise manner.
Present educational material in a one-on-one format, small group, and large audience settings.
Present educational content, if called upon, remotely using available current technology to deliver content in a hybrid model of educational delivery
Use age-appropriate communication skills.
Safely operate an emergency vehicle in all weather conditions
Growth and principles over the life span and possess ability to data needed to identify patient requirements relative to age-specific needs.
Current national curricula, national accreditation, national registrations national reregistration and the requirements for state certification or licensure and recertification or licensure.
Hospital, and service procedures, policies, and laws governing administrative, emergency pre-hospital care and student rights.
Perform at the level of a Paramedic.
Lift move or carry 150-pound patient with the aid of a partner.
Safely operate a certified ALS vehicle.
Complete EPCR reports as required.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree preferred
Instructor level certification in all the following: CPR, ACLS, candidates who do not hold all the required instructor certifications must be able to enter the next available appropriate instructor course with successful completion and certification within one year of hire
Primary Instructor - candidates who do not hold a Primary Instructor certification must be able to enter the next available appropriate national or state authorized instructor course with successful completion and certification within one year of hire
Indiana EMS Commission EVOC Instructor preferred candidates who do not hold all the required instructor certifications must be able to enter the next available appropriate instructor course with successful completion and certification within one year of hire
Primary Instructor - candidates who do not hold a Primary Instructor certification must be able to enter the next available appropriate national or state authorized instructor course with successful completion and certification within one year of hire
Prior teaching experience preferred

Responsibilities

Provides instruction to various age-related groups of learners within Indianapolis EMS, associated public safety providers, community and university students
Writes evaluation instruments and administers tests for outcomes, competency, and mastery of content
Works, interacts, and assists other EMS Educators to function as a team to provide and assure ongoing quality of pre-service and in-service programs
Provides information and guidance to participating students
Participates in self-assessment, peer mentoring, peer review programs and continuing education activities
Organize, schedule, and conduct educational experiences in the classroom, clinical and field setting
Monitors program activities, maintains accurate records and submits required reports on time
Communicates with students, staff members, providers and the public in a professional, positive fashion
Participates in audit, evaluation, and research programs in emergency care
Participates in CQI programs, national evaluation processes, and research programs in emergency care
Serves as a member of Indianapolis EMS, hospital, community or professional committees designed to improve, promote, or coordinate emergency medical services at the local, regional, state or national levels
Participates in and/or conducts departmental and instructional meetings
Maintains cleanliness of equipment, keeps equipment in an organized fashion, and is accountable for all equipment utilized
Monitors student attendance
Coordinates and participates in clinical experiences as required
Performs in pre-hospital setting at level of own EMS certification
Performs other job related duties as assigned
Maintains student, patient, and family confidentiality in accordance with Family Educational Rights and Privacy Act of 1974
Maintains protected health information in accordance with HIPAA privacy guidelines and regulations
Teach EMT, and Paramedic Students
Refresh for competency, graduate EMTs and Paramedics.
Teach members of the public to be an EMT