EMS Training Specialist

City of Irving•City of Irving, TX

17h•$5,634 - $7,939•Onsite

About The Position

The City of Irving Fire Department is dedicated to protecting lives, property and the environment through exceptional emergency response, fire prevention and public education. With a focus on safety, preparedness and community service, the department works tirelessly to ensure the well-being of all residents and businesses. Committed to professionalism and excellence, the Irving Fire Department is a trusted partner in creating a safe and resilient community. The City of Irving strives to be the most inclusive, welcoming, respectful and understanding municipal organization in North Texas. Irving is home to one of the most diverse ZIP codes in the nation, with many religions, races, nationalities and beliefs represented. The city acknowledges that its employees’ diversity make them uniquely qualified to serve. This is achieved by building and nurturing an employment base that better reflects the races, cultures, faiths, gender identities, generations and philosophies of the community. The goal is to create programming and engagement opportunities, implement best and emerging practices, and foster an environment of understanding and respect. This allows for equitable access to programs and services, removal of barriers for engagement, and a culture of safety, trust and belonging.

Requirements

A Bachelor's degree, or equivalent.
Five years of experience as a field paramedic.
Two years of experience as an instructor.
Must have, or be able to obtain within a specified timeframe, a valid Class C Texas driver’s license.
Must have, or be able to obtain within a specified timeframe, Instructor Certification from DSHA or National Association of EMS Educators.

Nice To Haves

Fire service based EMS preferred.
A Bachelor of Science in Emergency Medicine beneficial.
Texas Department of State Health Services course coordinator credentials preferred.

Responsibilities

Developing curriculum, scheduling, teaching and record keeping of continuing education classes for paramedics and EMTs.
Assisting with completion of required paperwork and filing it with the Texas Department of Health Services.
Taking an active role in quality improvement and quality assurance programs by performing quality reviews and audits on patient care reports originating from emergency response calls and identifying remedial training for paramedics.
Going on “ride-alongs” with field personnel to evaluate crews on their medical skills and procedures.
Ensuring IFD personnel adheres to UTSWMC/Biotel EMS system guidelines for therapy protocols and pharmacology use, and complies with nationally recognized standards, such as the American Heart Association (AHA), American College of Emergency Physicians (ACEP), and the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians (NREMT).