EMS Instructor & Clinical Liaison

Western Technical College•11177 County Rd. A Sparta, WI

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

Western Technical College is a preferred employer in the 7 Rivers Region and is committed to providing a safe and respectful workplace for all co-workers. As an open-access institution, we proudly serve learners from all walks of life, recognizing that diverse backgrounds and lived experiences enrich our community and strengthen our mission. We are committed to creating a sense of belonging where everyone feels empowered to be themselves and supported in their personal and professional growth. This means actively identifying and removing barriers to opportunity and providing pathways to social and economic advancement. Western is deeply connected to the communities we serve, and we believe in the power of education to drive positive change. We seek individuals who are passionate about teaching and learning, dedicated to student success, and eager to collaborate in building a more vibrant, equitable community. If you share these values and are ready to make a meaningful impact, we invite you to explore this opportunity at Western. Summary of Position : The EMS Instructor & Clinical Liaison is responsible for assisting with clinical scheduling and placement, ensuring compliance with all clinical site requirements, and maintaining accurate, timely communication with students, faculty, and external partners. This position supports Clinical EMS programs by managing documentation, monitoring clinical capacity, and serving as a primary liaison to clinical sites. The role also delivers instruction, facilitates applied learning experiences, and upholds required licensure and academic standards while contributing to continuous program improvement. Teaching format will be in-person and hybrid. Teaching terms will be Fall/Spring/Summer.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree with two years (4,000 hours) of verifiable occupational experience in EMS field, one year (2,000 hours) must be in the last 5 years OR Associate’s degree in related field with 3.5 years (7,000 hours) of verifiable occupational experience in EMS field, one year (2,000 hours) must be in the last 5 years, and willing to obtain bachelor’s degree within 5 years
Valid Driver’s License
State of WI Paramedic License
Current Paramedic National Registry Certification
Authorization to work in the United States

Nice To Haves

State of WI EMS Instructor II License (or able to obtain within 1 year)
Current AHA, BLS, ACLS, PALS Instructor Certification (or willingness to obtain)
Teaching experience

Responsibilities

Serve as liaison between clinic sites and Western EMS programs
Maintain clinical placement information across required site platforms, ensuring accuracy, compliance, and timely communication.
Communicate clinical schedule, changes, and site assignments to program clinical coordinators, along with other faculty, students, and partners as needed
Monitor clinical capacity and assist with enrollment and section management as needed
Provide documentation required or requested by the clinical sites
Ensure all required student & faculty documentation for clinical placement is complete, accurate, and submitted to clinical sites by established deadlines
Track and verify student compliance requirements (e.g., CPR certification, immunizations, background checks, drug screens) prior to clinical placement and relay student information to clinical coordinators/program faculty
Proactively monitor faculty information for expiring or missing documentation and follow up with faculty along with relaying missing faculty information to their dean or coordinator
Participate in meetings with internal and external stakeholders related to clinical education
Deliver instruction across multiple modalities (F2F, IDL, online, hybrid, and on-site training for external partners).
Develop and deliver instructional materials and learning activities aligned with course outcomes.
Support students through one-on-one guidance, classroom engagement, referrals, and addressing concerns as appropriate.
Facilitate simulation sessions and other applied learning experiences as requested by the program.
Monitor student progress, evaluate performance, and maintain required academic and accreditation-related records.
Maintain required licensure and FQAS credentials and contribute to continuous improvement of curriculum, scheduling, and compliance processes.