EMS Educator - Fargo - PRN

Sanford Health•Fargo, ND

2d•$16 - $26

About The Position

Emergency Medical Services Educator (EMS Educator) will provide emergency medical services (EMS) education through Sanford to internal/external customers. Responsible for providing technical and/or clinical knowledge and expertise in EMS-based scenarios in a simulated environment.

Requirements

High school or equivalent (GED) required
Basic Life Support (BLS) Certification, BLS Instructor, or nationally registered Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) or higher required
Depending on state requirements, individuals may need to have a state license
Based on the level of classes taught, educational, certifications, and experience background as appropriate to class offering
Ability to lift and/or move up to 25-30lbs

Nice To Haves

Associates degree in emergency medical services (EMS) or similar area of study preferred.
May need to have National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians (NAEMT) Instructor, American Heart Association (AHA) Advanced Life Support (ALS) Instructor.

Responsibilities

Knowledge of principles and methods for curriculum and training design, teaching and instruction for individuals and groups, and the measurement of training effects.
Knowledge of various media, communication, pass on techniques, methods, and be able to facilitate simulation learning and participate in debriefing as well as other learning methodologies. This includes alternative ways to inform and entertain via written, oral, and visual media.
Serve as a simulator operator or clinical expert running pre-programmed scenarios with faculty instructors, assuring all equipment is set up for course programs.
Strong interpersonal communication skills and will be providing training for individuals and teams utilizing adult learning principles.
Team-oriented, student focused, and self-directed.
Ability to troubleshoot potential issues with the simulation equipment and vehicles, possess effective collaborative skills, a strong organization ability and the ability to prioritize.
Knowledge of administrative and clerical procedures and systems such as word processing, managing files and records, stenography and transcription, designing forms, and other office procedures and terminology.
Knowledgeable of current clinical practice and be actively engaged in incorporating current research and evidence-based practice into learning activities.
Coordinating programs, course and class schedules
Participating in simulation training for educational programs
Serving as a mentor and educator for faculty and staff
Assuring all equipment is in working order
Participating in product-specific vendor training
Reporting any concerns with equipment or vehicle in a timely manner
Maintaining all requirements, licensure and certification