Faculty, Paramedic

Job Description Summary:

Responsible for the coordination, planning, preparation, presentation, and evaluation of all learning activities in any given course. The instructor must remain current in the discipline area and continually explore teaching methods and strategies to engage learners, organize and plan instructional content that accommodates diverse learning styles, and devise appropriate assessment tools that monitor student learning outcomes. The instructor is also responsible for participating in related activities to include professional development, curriculum design, and other activities that contribute to the department, division, and College. The instructor performs all other duties as directed by the Division Dean, EVP/Provost, or the President or designee.

Minimum Qualifications:

EDUCATION AND EXPERIENCE

• Bachelor's degree in emergency medical services or related field.
• Certification by the National Registry of Emergency Medical Technicians as a Paramedic.
• Minimum of five (5) years of experience as a paramedic in the prehospital setting (in any state).
• Minimum of two (2) years of teaching experience in a nationally accredited paramedic program.
• Experience implementing high-impact teaching practices preferred
• Masters preferred.

AREA SPECIFIC REQUIREMENTS

• Assist the Program Coordinator with ordering disposable and fixed supplies and maintaining inventory.
• Assist the Program Coordinator with registration of EMT and Paramedic Students.
• Participate in marketing and recruitment activities for the Emergency Medical Services Program, including community events, demonstrations and facility tours.
• Clean and restock laboratory.
• Participate in maintenance of program equipment; perform minor equipment repairs.
• Assist the Program Coordinator in facilitating and monitoring student clinical activities.
• Operate and maintain all program simulation equipment.
• Assist the Program Coordinator with educational and career counseling for all program students.
• Assist the Program Coordinator and Medical Director with required accreditation requirements, data retrieval and student outcome analysis.
• Oversee adjunct instructor training and performance.

Job Requirements:

PHYSICAL REQUIREMENTS

Must have the use of sensory skills in order to effectively communicate and interact with other employees and the public through the use of the telephone and personal contact as normally defined by the ability to see, read, talk, hear, handle, or feel objects and controls. Physical capability to effectively use and operate various items of office related equipment, such as, but not limited to a, personal computer, calculator, copier, and fax machine. Some climbing, stooping, kneeling, crouching, reaching, standing, walking, pushing, pulling, lifting, grasping, and repetitive motions maybe required. Occasionally the ability to physically move and lift materials 5-25 pounds may be required.

OTHER REQUIREMENTS

• Ability to communicate effectively in spoken and written standard English.
• As required by the 1986 Immigration Act, be prepared to present acceptable documentation showing your identity and that you are a U.S. citizen or an alien who is authorized to work.
• A background investigation will be conducted prior to the offer of employment. A signed authorization for the release of personal information will be required if selected for an interview.

ACCOMMODATIONS

To perform this job successfully, an individual must be able to satisfactorily perform each essential job duty. Prince George's Community College provides reasonable accommodations when requested by a qualified applicant or employee with a disability, unless such accommodation would cause undue hardship. Accommodation determinations are made on a case-by-case basis. If reasonable accommodation is needed, please contact the Equity, Culture, and Talent (ECT) department.