Paramedic Instructor

EMSA- Emergency Medical Services Authority•Tulsa, OK

1d•Hybrid

About The Position

This position is responsible for developing, coordinating, and instructing Paramedic level course curriculum that meets established national curriculum standards. The role involves creating and maintaining annual course schedules, classroom materials, and equipment, as well as coordinating all aspects of paramedic school laboratory and clinical site activities. The instructor will supervise students, ensure documentation accuracy, report program KPIs, and develop student performance improvement plans. Additionally, the role requires maintaining in-depth knowledge of current clinical protocols and standards and being prepared to perform as a field Paramedic. Punctuality, reliability, and effective communication are essential. The position also involves performing other job-related duties as assigned.

Requirements

Associate’s degree required for the primary instructor.
Nationally registered Paramedic with a minimum of two years of field or supervisor experience in an EMS system at the Paramedic level.
Annual Paramedic written protocol proficiency exam score of 85% or higher.
Two or more of the following instructor ratings within six months of time in position: CPR, ACLS, BTLS, PHTLS, PEPPOSDH.
State EMS Instructor License or ability to obtain.
Must be 21 years of age or older.
Must possess a valid Oklahoma driver’s license.
Must be able to pass a background check and drug screen.
Must be in good standing as a current field Paramedic; cannot be under clinical care review for any clinical errors deemed serious by the Office of the Medical Director.
Must be able to meet all credentialing requirements established by the Office of the Medical Director for the Clinical Educator/Quality Improvement Officer (CE/QI) Credential if working in the capacity of an EMSA credentialed paramedic.
A good understanding of diverse learning styles, and the ability to deliver educational material in an effective manner.
Strong communication skills: both written and verbal and the ability to speak effectively and engage larger groups.
Ability to maintain confidential patient and personnel information.
Establish and maintain close working relationships with team members while demonstrating compassion and a sincere dedication to their needs and concerns.
Strong attention to detail.
Work independently with little supervision to meet goals of the department.

Nice To Haves

Associate’s degree preferred for the secondary instructor.
One year of instructor experience preferred.

Responsibilities

Meet all organizational requirements and responsibilities of a NREMT-P provider, as defined by the Medical Control Board.
Conduct self in an ethical, professional manner; project a positive self/company/system image.
Establish a learning-centered environment focused on skills competency and learning outcomes, which promote the organizations mission, vision, and values. Maintain strong rapport with team members.
Develop, coordinate, and instruct Paramedic level course curriculum that meets established national curriculum standards.
Develop and maintain annual course schedules, and classroom, materials, and equipment consistent with the policies of any affiliate institution and the organization.
Coordinate all aspects of paramedic school laboratory and clinical site activities.
Supervise all team members enrolled and attending paramedic school, excluding regular field operation/communication shifts.
Ensure all associated documentation is accurate, complete, and appropriately maintained.
Report all required program KPI’s, develop and implement individual student performance improvement plans when necessary.
Participate in other projects and/or research initiatives that enhance and support EMS education.
Maintain in depth knowledge of current clinical protocols and standards established by the Office of the Medical Director/Medical Control Board.
Always be prepared to perform in the capacity of a field Paramedic.