O - Paramedic (MSTC)

Hatalom•Camp Shelby, MS

160d•Onsite

About The Position

The Instructor/Operator (I/O) provides training services for the Medical Simulation Training Center (MSTC), which plans and conducts instruction and validation in accordance with accepted medical practices and established military medical and operational doctrine. Training may take place in classrooms or field training and evaluation environments and serves both inexperienced and seasoned Soldiers. The position is contingent upon contract award and supports a U.S. Government contract at a team site in Camp Shelby, Mississippi. The I/O uses approved simulation scenarios included in the course Program of Instruction (POI) or approved by US Army MEDCoE, making scenarios realistic through moulage, environmental controls, and theatrical special effects. The I/O assesses students’ critical-thinking and psychomotor skills in high-fidelity situations and instructs, demonstrates, and tests Soldiers in 68W Sustainment, EMT, Nationally Registered Paramedic (NRP), and Combat Lifesaver (CLS) subject areas, as applicable to the supported courses. The role also develops and maintains training materials, supports planning and evaluation of training events, assists training units with equipment preparation and cleanup, maintains simulation equipment and consumables, and performs preventive maintenance. The employee works independently and as part of a team, maintains student and employee confidentiality, and stays proficient with applicable company products and training procedures.

Requirements

Current National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) certification at EMT level or higher; the posting also lists NREMT and EMT as required qualifications.
Meet at least one of the following: former 68W or 18D NCO who is an Advanced Leader Course graduate; former Navy NEC 8404 or Navy Independent Duty Corpsman at E-6 or above; former Air Force 4NOX1 or Aerospace Medical Service 4NOX1 at 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.
Meet the minimum instructor qualifications for each course taught.
Have comprehension skills to understand course material and apply knowledge in presentations.
Be familiar with computers and have basic Microsoft Office skills.
Have knowledge of staff positions needed to establish and operate program site codes and training centers.
Be a U.S. citizen, able to prove U.S. citizenship, and able to obtain and eligible to obtain a Contractor CAC.
Be able to communicate by reading, writing, and following local training procedures.
Have interpersonal skills to instruct students at all levels and work as part of a team.
Be able to lift and/or move up to 50 pounds regularly.
Be able to stand, sit, walk, bend, stoop, kneel, crouch, use hands to finger, handle, or feel, talk, hear, and frequently reach with hands and arms.

Nice To Haves

Combat experience, especially in the 68W, 18D, NEC 8404, or 4NOX1 medical specialties.
Current provider and/or instructor-level certification in areas including PALS, ALS, ACLS, PHTLS, or ITLS.
Prior experience in instruction and education methodology.
Experience using medical simulation systems, virtual training platforms, and other advanced learning methodologies.
Ability and desire to pursue learning opportunities and learn the latest emergency medical skills and techniques.

Responsibilities

Develop, modify, and maintain Training Support Packages, lesson plans, and training materials as required.
Support training event planning, execution, and evaluation, and prepare After Action Reviews and related documentation.
Instruct and support training on new battlefield medical procedures, techniques, and equipment as directed by the Government.
Use approved medical simulation scenarios and make them realistic using moulage, environmental controls, and theatrical special effects.
Assess students’ critical-thinking and psychomotor skills in high-fidelity training situations.
Instruct, demonstrate skills, and test Soldiers in applicable 68W Sustainment, EMT, NRP, and CLS course areas.
Ensure courses address all student levels and comply with instructor-to-student ratios directed by AMEDDC&S.
Work with training units to prepare for training, including equipment use, preparation, and cleanup.
Deliver presentations that train and educate students or employees on technical material and applications.
Remain informed about and proficient 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.