Faculty, Paramedic (EMS) Program

Quinsigamond Community College•Worcester, MA

4d•Onsite

About The Position

For over fifty years, Quinsigamond Community College has provided opportunities for a first-rate education and personal growth to thousands. Some students choose to prepare for immediate entry into a career field. Some choose to transfer to bachelor's level programs at four-year colleges and universities, and some choose opportunities for personal growth and cultural enrichment. Quinsigamond Community College is seeking student-centered faculty and staff who are committed to the community college mission and actively engaged in promoting diversity. This position facilitates learning for students enrolled in the EMT Basic, Paramedic Certificate, and Paramedic associate degree. The ideal candidate will possess a combination of strong paramedic clinical skills and academic experience in emergency medical services.

Requirements

Associate degree from an academic institution accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE)
Evidence of current Massachusetts Office of Emergency Medical Services Paramedic certification in good standing
Minimum of four (4) years' experience in the delivery of out-of-hospital emergency care as a Registered Paramedic
Minimum of four (4) years' experience teaching in a nationally accredited paramedic program either as an appointed faculty member or as a clinical preceptor
Experience with coordinating, scheduling and monitoring clinical experiences for students
A substantial track record of clinical coordination with area healthcare facilities
Evidence of understanding methods of instruction, testing, evaluation of students
Evidence of understanding current versions of the National EMS Scope of Practice and National EMS Education Standards, and about the evidenced-informed clinical practice

Nice To Haves

Bachelor's degree from an academic institution accredited by a regional accrediting agency recognized by the U.S. Department of Education (USDE).
Advanced experience as a CPR Instructor, ACLS instructor, PALS Instructor, PHTLS Instructor, NPR Instructor, Massachusetts OEMS Instructor/Coordinator
Demonstrated track record of innovation, non-traditional modes of instruction and instructional delivery, including team teaching across disciplines, and simulation.
Demonstrated experience working with student retention initiatives.
Strong evidence of passionate commitment to striving for excellence in working with students, faculty, and staff and in responding to opportunities that extend the Mission of the College
Well-articulated understanding of the role of community colleges, their students and philosophy.
Evidence of understanding of and appreciation for diversity, equity, inclusion, and multiculturalism.
Demonstrated track record in innovative, non-traditional modes of instruction and instructional delivery, including team teaching across disciplines, on-line learning and service learning.

Responsibilities

Provide classroom, laboratory, clinical and/or team-teaching instruction and facilitate individualized and non-traditional approaches to learning as appropriate.
Coordinate, schedule, and supervise all clinical rotations for paramedic students. This includes all of the required program time in the various, required subspecialties.
Collaborate with Workforce Development in offering EMT course including scheduling EMT instructors, organizing EMT syllabi and instructional time, and working to schedule state exams.
Act as the Liaison between the EMT program and the Program Director for the effective management of all aspects of the EMT Program in Workforce Development
Develop and/or revise instructional materials with other faculty members
Develop and apply instructional methods that inclusively engage students of varying learning styles and abilities.
Demonstrate professional EMS Paramedicine practice through the ability to teach in the classroom, laboratory, simulation laboratory, clinical and/or field internship setting.
Develop and apply assessment strategies that equitably maximize the learning process and measure student learning outcomes
Participate in the current development, implementation, and evaluation of the program as related to its CoAEMSP, OEMS, and NREMT's goals and objectives.
Follow all college policies and procedures for conducting classroom instruction and for required reporting.
Work collaboratively with faculty to develop new curriculum and to review current curriculum & programs with a lens toward closing achievement gaps.
Conduct academic and career advising and connect students to academic and non-academic supports when appropriate.
Participate in college service activities that support the college's mission, values, and strategic plan.
Embrace the ideals of diversity and inclusiveness and support the equal rights of all people by advancing the understanding and appreciation of differences including age, race, gender, ability, religious convictions, socio-economic status, ethnic heritage, or sexual orientation.
Perform other duties as assigned.