EMS Instructor - Part-Time

Mercyhealth•Janesville, WI

About The Position

The EMS Instructor provides education and training to emergency care providers across disciplines under the direct supervision of the EMS Unit Supervisor/EMS Coordinator. The role leads course development through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of classroom, laboratory, clinical, and online instruction. The instructor develops and delivers EMT, AEMT, Paramedic, and/or American Heart Association courses using applicable state and national guidelines. Instruction may take place during the day or evening, at the main campus, in a mobile simulation lab, or at students’ workplaces, depending on demand. The role may also include mentoring or supervising novice EMS or AHA instructors. This position is scheduled for 20 hours per week, works days, and requires off-site travel for educational presentations 20% of the time.

Requirements

Degree or certificate in an emergency care discipline, such as EMT, AEMT, Paramedic, RN, PA, DO, MD, or Law Enforcement.
Two years of experience providing emergency care at the individual’s Wisconsin-licensed level.
Certification applicable to assigned training, such as a Wisconsin or Illinois licensed emergency care provider credential or another applicable certification.
CPR certification within 90 days.
American Heart Association instructor certification in at least one level (BLS, ACLS, or PALS) within one year.
Ability to read and interpret safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals; write routine reports and correspondence; and speak effectively to groups.
Basic arithmetic skills and ability to apply common-sense reasoning to written, oral, or diagrammed instructions.
Knowledge of word-processing software, including development of classroom PowerPoint presentations.
Willingness to travel off site for educational presentations 20% of the time.
If driving Mercyhealth vehicles: valid driver’s license and acceptable driving record under the applicable Mercyhealth fleet and driver safety policy.
If driving a personal vehicle: valid driver’s license, reliable transportation, proof of vehicle insurance when requested, and an acceptable driving record under the applicable Mercyhealth fleet and driver safety policy.
Ability to meet the position’s physical demands, with or without reasonable accommodation, including occasionally lifting or moving up to 50 pounds.

Nice To Haves

BSN preferred for registered nurses, or enrollment in a BSN program.
Wisconsin or Illinois Certified EMS Instructor II certification, or progress toward completion.

Responsibilities

Develop EMT, AEMT, Paramedic, and/or AHA courses in accordance with applicable state and national guidelines and curricula.
Provide quality instruction across cognitive, psychomotor, and affective learning domains, applying adult-learning principles.
Set clear, attainable course goals and objectives; monitor and evaluate student progress according to applicable criteria.
Engage learners and provide timely, effective feedback.
Mentor and/or supervise novice instructors or AHA instructor candidates when required.
Teach at least one American Heart Association course: BLS, ACLS, or PALS.
Document, collect, maintain, and submit accurate class records.
Teach in varied locations and formats, including the main campus, mobile simulation lab, and students’ workplaces, at times based on student demand.
Provide effective customer service and interact with students, customers, and Mercy Partners across disciplines.
Travel off site for educational presentations as required.