"Assistant Professor/ Clinical Coordinator, Paramedics"

Assistant Professor/ Clinical Coordinator, Paramedics

Company: University of the District of Columbia

Job Location: Washington, 20008

Category: Paramedics and EMTs

Type: Full-Time

Number of Vacancies: 1

Area of Consideration: Open To The Public

Position Status: 9-month tenure-track position with a summer stipend

Pay Plan, Series & Grade: Commensurate with rank and experience

Salary Range: $80,000

Closing Date: Open Until Filled

Location: 5171 South Dakota Ave NE, Washington, DC, 20017

Brief Description of Duties

The University of the District of Columbia, a public land-grant institution dedicated to providing quality, career-focused undergraduate and graduate programs, seeks an Assistant Professor/ Clinical Coordinator in Paramedics. The Clinical Coordinator serves as a clinical instructor with primary responsibility for overseeing the coordination and instructional aspects of the EMS Program's clinical education phase. This role ensures students are appropriately placed, progressing through clinical and field rotations, and meeting documentation and competency standards. The Clinical Coordinator provides direct instruction, evaluation, and grading of student clinical performance and documentation in accordance with program and accreditation standards. In addition to their primary clinical duties, the Clinical Coordinator may also serve as a lead instructor in the classroom setting as needed, contributing to lecture delivery, skill instruction, and student mentorship.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities

1. Student Compliance & Onboarding
   • Ensure student compliance with clinical prerequisites including immunizations, background checks, and drug screenings.
   • Maintain familiarity with each clinical site's scheduling platform and onboarding requirements.
   • Conduct student and preceptor orientations, ensuring clear understanding of roles, responsibilities, and expectations.
   • Scheduling & Site Coordination:
     • Coordinate with clinical sites to arrange student placements, maintain relationships with clinical contacts, and ensure contracts are up to date.
     • Confirm preceptor qualifications in compliance with CoAEMSP guidelines.
2. Progress Tracking & Evaluations
   • Track and document student progress throughout clinical rotations, including contact minimums, competencies, and required patient encounters.
   • Review and grade student clinical documentation for accuracy, completeness, and professionalism.
   • Meet with each student at least twice during the clinical phase.
3. Program & Institutional Responsibilities
   • Prepare and maintain accurate records, evaluations, reports, and student files related to clinical and field experiences. Conduct regular audits of the clinical tracking system.
   • Engage in student advising and remediation processes as needed to support student success.
   • Promote the EMS program through positive representation and community engagement.
   • Perform other duties as assigned by the Program Director in support of the program's mission and goals.
4. Instructional Responsibilities
   • Instruct and supervise a diverse population of students in classroom, lab, and clinical settings.
   • Serve as a lead or supporting instructor for EMT, AEMT, and Paramedic courses as assigned.
   • Assist in coordinating didactic, lab, and clinical instruction to ensure alignment with course and program outcomes.
   • Prepare and deliver lectures, skills instruction, and evaluations using varied educational technologies and delivery methods.
   • Utilize student feedback and performance data to guide course improvements and instructional strategies.
   • Maintain current knowledge of EMS education best practices, healthcare trends, and regulatory guidelines.
   • Demonstrate a commitment to student engagement, academic integrity, and instructional excellence.
   • Participate in institutional meetings, professional development, and accreditation processes.
   • Submit all required reports, grades, and documentation in accordance with college and program deadlines.

SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS:

Education: Certified/Licensed Paramedic with NREMT and DC DOH in current good standing. (Must be eligible to obtain DC DOH Paramedic Credentials within 60 days of employment)

Minimum of an Associate degree (in a related field of study) or equivalent combination of education and relevant experience. Bachelor's degree or higher preferred.

Experience:

1. Documented education or experience in instructional methodology
2. Documented academic training and/or experience equivalent to that of a paramedic
3. Experience in the delivery of prehospital emergency care
4. Experience in coordinating clinical experiences for students enrolled in health care courses a plus.

Knowledge:

Familiar with current versions of the National EMS Scope of Practice and National EMS Standards, and about evidenced-informed clinical practice.

A candidate for appointment to the rank of Assistant Professor shall be required to meet the following qualifications:

1. An appropriate terminal degree or agree to complete this degree within a period of time to be specified in the terms of the initial contract; and
2. At least three (3) years of full-time teaching experience, including two (2) years in an institution of higher education.

Appropriate professional experience and achievements may be substituted when formal teaching experience is limited or absent.

When formal teaching experience is limited or absent, the candidate shall be required to demonstrate verifiable potential for effective teaching.