O - Paramedic (MSTC)

Hatalom•Little Falls, MN

160d•Onsite

About The Position

The Instructor/Operator provides training services for the Medical Simulation Training Center (MSTC), which delivers instruction and validation in accordance with accepted medical practices and established military medical and operational doctrine. The role instructs Soldiers with varied experience in classroom and field training or evaluation environments. The Instructor/Operator uses approved simulation scenarios from the course Program of Instruction (POI) or as approved by US Army MEDCoE, applying moulage, environmental controls, and theatrical effects to create realistic injuries and operational environments. They assess students’ critical-thinking and psychomotor skills in high-fidelity scenarios and instruct, demonstrate, and test Soldiers in 68W sustainment, EMT, NREMT Paramedic-level, and Combat Lifesaver (CLS) courses, as applicable. The position supports a U.S. Government contract at a team site in Camp Ripley, Minnesota, and is contingent upon contract award. The employee works in classroom and field conditions and must be a U.S. citizen and eligible to obtain a Contractor CAC. The role requires maintaining applicable EMT/NREMT and BLS-HCP credentials, completing required Army medical instructor training and annual skills validation, maintaining proficiency with company products, and handling student and employee information confidentially.

Requirements

Current National Registry Emergency Medical Technician (NREMT) certification at the EMT level or higher; the posting also lists NREMT and EMT as required qualifications.
Meet one of the following: former 68W or 18D NCO who graduated the Advanced Leader Course (ALC); 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.
Have 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 eligible to obtain a Contractor CAC; the posting also states candidates must be able to prove U.S. citizenship.
Communicate well enough to read, write, and follow local training procedures.
Have interpersonal skills for instructing students at all levels and working in a team.
Meet physical demands including regularly lifting or moving up to 50 pounds; standing, sitting, walking, bending, stooping, kneeling, crouching, using hands to finger, handle, or feel, talking or hearing, and frequently reaching with hands and arms.

Nice To Haves

Combat experience, especially in medical specialties 68W, 18D, NEC 8404, or 4NOX1.
Current provider-level and/or instructor-level certification in areas including PALS, ALS, ACLS, PHTLS, and ITLS.
Prior experience in instruction and educational methodology.
Ability and desire to actively pursue learning opportunities in 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 medical simulation systems, virtual training platforms, and other advanced learning methodologies.
Ensure courses address students at all levels and observe instructor-to-student ratios directed by AMEDDC&S.
Instruct, demonstrate skills, and test Soldiers in applicable 68W Sustainment, EMT, NREMT Paramedic-level, and CLS courses.
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.
Take inventory of and manage consumable items and Preventive Maintenance Checks & Services (PMCS) kits.
Perform daily PMCS on equipment.
Maintain confidentiality of student and employee information.
Work independently and as part of a team.