Paramedic Instructor 2- Per Diem

University of Miami•Miami, FL

34d•Onsite

About The Position

The Gordon Center for Research in Medical Education has an exciting opportunity for a per diem Paramedic Instructor 2 to work in Miami, FL. The Paramedic Instructor 2 furthers the mission of developing and disseminating leading edge educational programs utilizing advanced technology and simulation systems. Moreover, this employee ensures that training is in compliance with applicable standards and regulations. The incumbent also monitors teaching and learning effectiveness of assigned courses and uses expertise to promote student learning and active participation. Provides didactic instruction and psychomotor skills training to a diverse population of learners. Administers written tests and skills performance evaluations of PETD course learners. Provides remedial tutoring of learners with identified deficiencies in performance of course requirements. Contributes to the development of objective criteria for skills performance evaluation. Participates in testing and analysis of educational tools utilized in PETD courses. Maintains current knowledge of the latest evidence for the subject matters being taught. Assists with the compilation of educational research data. Evaluates and contributes to the revision, editing, and updating of PETD courses, ensuring all materials meet current guidelines and standards established by appropriate agencies. Assists with the training and preparation of standardized patients (actors) incorporated into course instruction. Serves as course coordinator for on-site courses by managing time, overseeing instructors, and ensuring course goals and objectives are met. Assists with equipment and supply inventory maintenance. Participates in efforts to recruit qualified new adjunct and PETD instructors. Participates in presentations to a variety of community, political, and medical audiences. Promotes positive communications about the center and its programs and contributes to the center’s responsiveness to constituent agency educational needs. Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets. This list of duties and responsibilities is not intended to be all-inclusive and may be expanded to include other duties or responsibilities as necessary.

Requirements

High school diploma or equivalent
Minimum 5 years of experience
Paramedic License
Skill in completing assignments accurately and with attention to detail.
Ability to analyze, organize and prioritize work under pressure while meeting deadlines.
Ability to process and handle confidential information with discretion.
Ability to work evenings, nights, and weekends as necessary.
Commitment to the University’s core values.
Ability to work independently and/or in a collaborative environment.
Any appropriate combination of relevant education, experience and/or certifications may be considered.

Responsibilities

Provides didactic instruction and psychomotor skills training to a diverse population of learners.
Administers written tests and skills performance evaluations of PETD course learners.
Provides remedial tutoring of learners with identified deficiencies in performance of course requirements.
Contributes to the development of objective criteria for skills performance evaluation.
Participates in testing and analysis of educational tools utilized in PETD courses.
Maintains current knowledge of the latest evidence for the subject matters being taught.
Assists with the compilation of educational research data.
Evaluates and contributes to the revision, editing, and updating of PETD courses, ensuring all materials meet current guidelines and standards established by appropriate agencies.
Assists with the training and preparation of standardized patients (actors) incorporated into course instruction.
Serves as course coordinator for on-site courses by managing time, overseeing instructors, and ensuring course goals and objectives are met.
Assists with equipment and supply inventory maintenance.
Participates in efforts to recruit qualified new adjunct and PETD instructors.
Participates in presentations to a variety of community, political, and medical audiences.
Promotes positive communications about the center and its programs and contributes to the center’s responsiveness to constituent agency educational needs.
Adheres to University and unit-level policies and procedures and safeguards University assets.