"EMS Instructor - Lab/Clinical"

EMS Instructor - Lab/Clinical

Company: Oklahoma City Community College

Job Location: Oklahoma City, Oklahoma

Category: Paramedics and EMTs

Type: Adjunct/Part-Time

Posting Number: Adjunct_0401943

Classification Title: Adjunct Professor

Datatel Position ID: HEPR6EMSLABI1A

Annual Hours: As Needed

Placement Range: $32.38 Per Contact Hour

Position Type: Adjunct Faculty

General Description

The EMS instructor-Lab/Clinical at Oklahoma City Community College has the primary responsibility of instruction. Secondary responsibilities include supporting the integrity of curricula, encouraging student success, and promoting the mission of the division to which the instructor belongs as well as the College as a whole.

This is a safety sensitive position and is subject to: Mandatory pre-employment and random drug testing; and pre-employment background check.

What position does this position report to? EMS Program Director and EMS faculty

What position(s) reports to this position? None

Minimum Education/Experience

• Valid license to practice as an EMT- Paramedic or EMT-Advanced in the state of Oklahoma. (Please note, EMT-Advanced can only help in EMT or AEMT labs.)
• Minimum of two years of clinical and/or field experience in current license level.

Required Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Demonstrated positive human relations and communication skills.
• Basic computer skills, proficient in the use of Microsoft Office or similar software.
• Flexible teaching style to accommodate individual learning styles.
• Committed to helping students achieve their goals to be successful and attain a college education.
• Knowledge of or willingness to learn computer programs used in the department and on campus (such as Moodle).
• Organization and attention to detail.
• Support and willingness to teach in a competency-based instructional system.
• Ability to work independently and coordinate work with colleagues and peers.
• Ability to work well as a team member in a clinical unit.
• Ability to communicate and articulate concepts in an organized manner both verbally and in writing.
• Ability to read and understand content in order to assist students when they are having difficulty interpreting concepts.
• Ability to interact in an effective and encouraging manner with students individually and in groups.
• Must be punctual.
• Must be reliable.
• Maintain and provide documentation of Health Care Provider CPR. Other Healthcare Provider certifications are based on the highest level of EMS certification.

Physical Demands/Working Conditions

1. GENERAL PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS: Medium work: This position requires the person to occasionally exert up to 50 pounds of force and frequently exert up to 20 pounds of force and/or up to 10 pounds of force constantly to grasp, lift, carry, push, pull, or otherwise move objects.

2. PHYSICAL ACTIVITIES: [Detailed list of activities...]

3. VISUAL ACUITY: This position requires the person to judge, observe and assess the accuracy, neatness, thoroughness of work assigned or to make general observations.

4. WORKING CONDITIONS This position's essential functions are performed both indoors and outdoors. Must be able to proficiently demonstrate every required skill per Oklahoma State standards and NREMT standards.

Preferred Qualifications

• Associate's Degree

Work Hours: Varying

Department: EMS Program

Open Until Filled: No

HR Contact: Beth Holmes

Special Instructions to Applicants

Applicants are to thoroughly complete the online application and attach the following required documents: Cover letter, Resume and copy of current silenced. In addition, applicants are required to attach a copy of current license under "Other Documents". Applicants who fail to attach the required documents, as listed above, will not be considered for the position. For application assistance or questions, please contact Human Resources at (405) 682-7886, Monday through Friday between the hours of 8:00 AM and 5:00 PM.

Job Duties (Position Specific)

Essential Functions:

• Ensure that students receive quality lab instruction and are provided with sufficient learning opportunities to develop required skill levels per the National Registry.
• Exhibit appropriate professional attire (business casual) and behavior.
• Meet with the EMS faculty and HP Lab Coordinator to discuss objectives and expectations. Continue to communicate with director, faculty and lab coordinator throughout the semester.
• Follow all course guidelines and expectations as outlined in course and clinical syllabus.
• Arrive 15 minutes early to assure lab is set up to accommodate student needs.
• Meet with students, assist them in becoming proficient with required laboratory skills, evaluate student proficiency concerning required skills, and document observations of student skills and behaviors for Basic EMT through PC IV students as needed.
• Provide ongoing and appropriate discussion for each required skill. Demonstrate proper skill techniques. Provide immediate verbal and/or written feedback. Standards must meet National Registry guidelines. Document as requested/required by program.
• Document and notify Program faculty of any problems or student absences that occur.
• Serve as an appropriate mentor and role model for students.
• Maintain professional, positive relations with faculty and staff.
• Notify faculty or Program Director of any problems or concerns.

Job Duties (Safety / Policy & Procedures)

Abide by the policies and procedures published in the Board of Regents Policies and College Policies & Procedures (http://www.occc.edu/policy/)

Contributing to a safe educational & working environment is the responsibility of all College employees and is accomplished when employees: [Details on safety...]