O - Paramedic (MSTC)

Hatalom•JBLM, WA

160d•Onsite

About The Position

The Medical Simulators Instructor/Operator (I/O) provides training services for a Medical Simulation Training Center (MSTC), delivering instruction and validation in accordance with accepted medical practices and established military medical and operational doctrine. Training may take place in a classroom or field training and evaluation environment and serves Soldiers with varying levels of experience. The I/O uses approved simulation scenarios and applies moulage, environmental controls, and theatrical special effects to create realistic injuries and operating environments. The I/O assesses students’ critical-thinking and psychomotor skills in high-fidelity scenarios and instructs, demonstrates, and tests Soldiers in relevant 68W sustainment, EMT, NREMT Paramedic, and Combat Lifesaver (CLS) course areas, subject to applicable instructor qualifications. The role supports training planning and delivery, develops and maintains training materials, operates and maintains simulation equipment, and manages consumable supplies. The position is based at JBLM, Washington, and supports a U.S. Government contract at a team site. It is contingent upon contract award. The candidate must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and be eligible for a Contractor CAC.

Requirements

Current National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) certification at EMT level or higher.
Meet at least one of the specified background requirements: former 68W or 18D NCO and Advanced Leader Course (ALC) graduate; former Navy NEC 8404 or Navy Independent Duty Corpsman E-6 or above; former Air Force 4NOX1 or Aerospace Medical Service 4NOX1 E-6 or above; or currently licensed Registered Nurse, Physician Assistant, or Physician.
Maintain Basic Life Support–Health Care Provider (BLS-HCP) certification.
Complete TC 8-800 (all tables) or the most current TC3 instructor course offered by AMEDD, and complete TC 8-800 skills validation annually.
Understand course materials and apply that knowledge in presentations.
Familiarity with computers and basic Microsoft Office skills.
Knowledge of staff positions required to establish and operate program site codes and training centers.
U.S. citizenship and ability to obtain and eligibility to obtain a Contractor CAC.
Ability to read, write, and follow local training procedures.
Interpersonal and communication skills for instructing students at all levels and working on a team.
Ability to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds and perform the physical activities described for classroom and field work.

Nice To Haves

Combat experience, especially in medical specialties 68W, 18D, NEC 8404, or 4NOX1.
Current provider- and/or instructor-level certification in areas such as PALS, ALS, ACLS, PHTLS, and ITLS.
Prior experience in instruction and educational methodology.
Desire and ability to pursue learning opportunities and learn current emergency medical skills and techniques.

Responsibilities

Develop, modify, and maintain Training Support Packages (TSPs), lesson plans, and training materials as required.
Support training event planning, execution, and evaluation, and prepare After Action Reviews (AARs) and related documentation.
Instruct and support training on new battlefield medical procedures, techniques, and equipment as directed by the Government.
Use medical simulation systems, virtual training platforms, and other advanced learning methodologies.
Ensure courses address students at all levels and instruct mixed-experience groups within AMEDDC&S instructor/student ratios.
Instruct, demonstrate skills, and test Soldiers in applicable 68W sustainment, EMT, NREMT Nationally Registered Paramedic, and CLS course areas, meeting minimum instructor qualifications for each course.
Work with training units to prepare for training, including equipment use, preparation, and cleanup.
Present technical material and applications to students and employees.
Remain informed about and maintain proficiency with applicable company products.
Inventory and manage consumable items, including skins and synthetic blood, and PMCS kits.
Perform daily preventive maintenance checks and services on equipment.
Maintain confidentiality regarding student and employee information.
Work independently and collaboratively as part of a team.
Use moulage, environmental controls, and theatrical effects to support realistic medical simulation scenarios and assess students’ critical-thinking and psychomotor skills.