EMS Instructor
About The Position
The EMS Training Instructor is primarily responsible for the delivery of instructional content to support the overall educational mission of the Wake County Emergency Medical Services (EMS) department. The EMS Training Instructor will provide support for training, continuing education and re-credentialing for all providers within the Wake County EMS System. This support of training and education will include direct delivery of education through traditional and non-traditional methods, evaluating program effectiveness, maintaining accurate records, analyzing data and research, and assisting the EMS Supervisors-Training (i.e. Training Chiefs). The EMS Training Instructor should be fully capable of effectively delivering a variety of content to a diverse population of students ranging in age, experience, background, and learning styles. The EMS Training Instructor will need to have strong interpersonal skills, problem solving skills and self-initiative.
Requirements
- Associate's degree
- No specific experience required
- Certification as a North Carolina Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic
- NC Office of EMS (NCOEMS) Level 1 Instructor Credential or the ability to obtain within six months of hire
- EMS Instructor Methodology or National Association of EMS Educators Level 1 Course or be able to obtain within six months
- Valid Driver’s License and “safe” driving record
- Equivalent education and experience are accepted
- Please include ALL prior work experience on your application and resume.
Nice To Haves
- NCOEMS Level 1 Instructor credential
- One year of experience instructing emergency medical services
- Ability to select and use training and instructional methods and procedures appropriate for the situation
- Ability to demonstrate excellence in critical thinking, communication and conflict resolution
- Ability to demonstrate a commitment to internal and external customer service and excellence during all communications
- Ability to effectively send, receive and respond to requests while maintaining a high level of confidentiality
- Attention to detail, project and time management skills and the ability to manage multiple priorities
- Ability to maintain knowledge of Wake County EMS System treatment protocols and procedures and Wake County EMS operating guidelines
- Ability to remain familiar with emergency and prehospital medical care
- Ability to communicate with others including a variety of cultures, backgrounds, ages, and education levels to convey information effectively
- Excellent professional presentation skills
Responsibilities
- Understand and practice our mission statement of Prompt, Compassionate and Clinically Excellent Care
- Deliver instruction and train employees, students, faculty and partners by providing information, including appropriate procedures, practices and/or the operation of equipment
- Evaluate system needs through review of education requirements, student feedback and clinical research
- Administer education programs and activities to include managing resources, time and students
- Grade student work
- Counsel students regarding progresses and mentor students
- Use formative and summative assessment techniques to improve learning
- Evaluate student performance through direct observation and review of performance reports
- Enforce policies, protocols and standards
- Effectively and respectfully communicate to individuals and groups in both written and verbal form as it relates to education, training and re-credentialing
- Develop and strengthen relationships through communication with external and internal partners and customers regarding education and training
- Effectively utilize software and hardware for instructional purposes to include biomedical equipment, simulation tools and audio-visual equipment
- Participate in community outreach and public events
- Participate in various department specific committees
- Staff the Emergency Operations Center or support departmental and county response to unusual events
Benefits
- Equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, disability or genetics.
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What This Job Offers
Job Type
Full-time
Career Level
Mid Level
Education Level
Associate degree
