Paramedic Instructor 1

Denver Health•Institute, WI

2d•Onsite

About The Position

We are recruiting for a mission-driven Paramedic Instructor 1 to join our team! At Denver Health, purpose isn’t just something we believe in—it’s something we live every day, for life’s journey. Our Values Respect | Belonging | Accountability | Transparency. Under minimal supervision, trains Denver Health Paramedic Division employees, Denver Fire Department employees, and members of the public in current pre-hospital emergency medical care theory and technique. Develops, designs, and implements new training courses. Researches and compiles information in instructional area. Accesses and prepares appropriate educational materials.

Requirements

High School Diploma or GED required.
1-3 years in advanced life support ambulance experience required.
BLS-Basic Life Support (BLS/CPR) - AHA - American Heart Association or American Red Cross required.
EMTP-EMT Paramedic - CO - State of Colorado required.
Patient Care: Clinical evaluation and management of emergency medicine and observation care.
Patient Care: Personnel management.
Patient Care: Work-flow and quality improvement.
Patient Care: Knowledge of medical and nursing principals, procedures, and community resources.
Patient Care: Skill in eliciting history from patients, performing physical exams and formulating assessments of and treatment plans for patients.
Patient Care: Ordering appropriate diagnostic studies to aid in diagnosis.
Patient Care: Knowledge of appropriate administration and prescription of medications.
Patient Care: Physical health assessment skills.
Patient Care: Skill in utilizing the principles and practices of effective and persuasive communication to elicit information, negotiate problem resolution, and/or garner support for various programs or policies.
Patient Care: Skill in obtaining information from patients, calming and reassuring patients and motivating patients to accept treatments.
Patient Care: Ability to exercise initiative and judgment in selecting proper treatment.
Patient Care: Ability to respond appropriately in emergency situations.
Patient Care: Ability to prepare accurate reports.
Patient Care: Ability to establish and maintain effective working relationships with co-workers, other departments and the public.
Knowledge of Microsoft Word, Excel, and PowerPoint.

Responsibilities

Assists in the monitoring of progress, needs and effectiveness of the Paramedic School clinical areas
Assists in the monitoring of progress, needs and effectiveness of the Paramedic School classroom schedule
Assists in the monitoring of progress, needs and effectiveness of the Paramedic School syllabus (90%)
Train residents, medical students, and other health care professionals. (10%)

Benefits

Generous paid time off, starting at 28 days per year, inclusive of vacation, personal/sick, and 7 Holidays
Fully paid parental leave up to 6 weeks
Exceptional retirement contributions, with immediate eligibility and employer contribution up to 9.5%
Comprehensive health coverage, including medical, dental, and vision plans
Employer-paid disability and life insurance
Nationally recognized well-being programs
On-site employee fitness center located on Denver Health main campus
Nationally recognized RESTORE Center
Free RTD EcoPass (public transportation)
Childcare discount programs
Exclusive perks on large brands, travel, and more
Tuition reimbursement & assistance
Education, coaching, and professional development opportunities through the Workforce Development Center (WFDC)
Professional clinical advancement program & shared governance
Public Service Loan Forgiveness (PSLF) eligible employer
Free student loan coaching and assistance navigating the PSLF program
National Health Service Corps (NHCS) and Colorado Health Service Corps (CHSC) eligible employer