O - Paramedic (MSTC)

Hatalom•Fairbanks, AK

160d•Onsite

About The Position

The Instructor/Operator (I/O) provides training services for the Medical Simulation Training Center (MSTC), planning and delivering instruction and validation in accordance with accepted medical practices and established military medical and operational doctrine. Training is provided to Soldiers with varying levels of experience in classroom and field training or evaluation environments. The position is based at Fort Wainwright, Alaska, and is contingent upon contract award. The I/O uses approved simulation scenarios from the course Program of Instruction (POI), or scenarios approved by US Army MEDCoE, and works to make them realistic using moulage, environmental controls, and theatrical special effects. The I/O evaluates students’ critical-thinking and psychomotor skills in high-fidelity scenarios and instructs, demonstrates, and tests Soldiers in 68W Sustainment, EMT, Nationally Registered Paramedic (NRP) level training in support of the EMT Sustainment Course, and Combat Lifesaver (CLS) courses, subject to the instructor qualifications for each course. The role also supports training planning, delivery, and evaluation; develops and maintains training materials; manages and maintains simulation equipment and consumables; and works with training units to prepare for and clean up after training. The position supports a U.S. Government contract at a team site. The candidate must be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain a Contractor CAC.

Requirements

Current National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) certification at EMT level or higher.
Meet at least one of the following: 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 the Army Medical Department (AMEDD).
Possess comprehension skills to understand course material and apply knowledge to presentations.
Be familiar with computers and have basic Microsoft Office suite skills.
Have knowledge of staff positions required to establish and operate program site codes and training centers.
Be a U.S. citizen and able to obtain and be eligible to obtain a Contractor CAC; candidates must be able to prove U.S. citizenship.
Be able to instruct, demonstrate skills, and test Soldiers in the areas and courses assigned, and meet minimum instructor qualifications for those courses.
Communicate effectively to read, write, and follow local training procedures; work effectively with students of all levels and as part of a team.
Meet the physical demands of the role, including regularly lifting or moving up to 50 pounds and regularly standing, sitting, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, using hands to handle or feel, and talking or hearing; frequently reach with hands and arms.

Nice To Haves

Combat experience, especially in medical specialties 68W, 18D, NEC 8404, or 4NOX1.
Current provider- and/or instructor-level certification in areas including PALS, ALS, ACLS, PHTLS, and ITLS.
Prior experience in instruction and education methodology.
Ability and desire to actively pursue learning opportunities to keep current with 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 training courses address students at all experience levels and comply with instructor-to-student ratios directed by AMEDDC&S.
Instruct, demonstrate skills, and test Soldiers in 68W Sustainment, EMT, NRP-level training in support of the EMT Sustainment Course, and CLS courses, as qualified.
Work with training units to prepare for training, including equipment use and preparation, and assist with 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 preventive maintenance checks and services (PMCS) on equipment daily.
Maintain confidentiality regarding student and employee information.
Work independently and as part of a team.
Complete TC 8-800 skills validation annually.