Major Responsibilities:

Assists to design/develop instructional materials/lesson plans for didactic and psychomotor educational offerings.  Utilizes adult learning principles to plan, develop and facilitate the EMT education program. Works collaboratively with EMS Medical Director and EMS System Coordinator to evaluate, update and revise program as needed. Provides instruction through a variety of methods with the ability to teach all phases of the EMT program. Remain current with content, technology and teaching and learning strategies. Assists in developing and administering written and practical examinations. Obtains and oversees clinical skills proctors for practical exams. Works collaboratively to develop and implement simulation scenarios utilizing high-fidelity simulation lab when available. Maintains program student files and clinical site agreements. Develops schedules for students’ clinical rotations. Provides educational counseling to students. Maintains a collaborative working relationship with EMS system/EMS providers/Medical Center. Participates in recruitment activities, EMS Outreach activities, and EMS Week activities. Assist with the Accredited Paramedic Education Program education, EMS System education, and Training Center education as needed. Supports the organization’s mission, vision, values, and strategic initiatives. 

Education:

Graduate of a Paramedic program with a minimum of 4 years of experience, or Registered Nurse with EMS field experience. 

License/Certification:

Licensed Paramedic in the state in which the teammate practices, or  RN license in the state in which the teammate practices with EMS field experience. Basic Life Support (BLS) Provider (must obtain BLS Instructor certification within one year). Lead Instructor license in the state in which the teammate practices (must obtain within 6 months of hire). 

Experience:

4 years EMS/Field experience if graduate of a paramedic program, or EMS field experience if Registered Nurse. Minimum of 2 years previous teaching experience required. 

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities Required:

Strong communication and interpersonal skills.  Maintains positive, professional relationships with Advocate Health teammates, EMS students, EMS providers, and community members. Ability to work independently and is self-motivated.     Ability to organize and prioritize work. Demonstrate ability to be flexible with changing priorities. Competent in using MS Word, Excel, PowerPoint, TEAMS and other basic computer skills. Ability to use AV equipment.  Attends approved educational events to keep abreast of new developments and techniques in the field of EMS. 

Physical Requirements and Working Conditions:

Must be able to sit, stand, walk, lift, squat, bend, reach above shoulders, and twist frequently.   Must be able to lift up to 50 lbs from floor to waist.  Lift up to 20 lbs over the head.   Carry up to 40 lbs a reasonable distance. Must have car and ability to travel around Chicagoland area (up to 50 miles) independently.   

This job description indicates the general nature and level of work expected of the incumbent. It is not designed to cover or contain a comprehensive listing of activities, duties or responsibilities required of the incumbent. Incumbent may be required to perform other related duties.

Schedule Details/Additional Information

Primarily Monday - Friday (20 hours/week – maximum of 8 hours per day unless otherwise approved)

Flexible days/hours although onsite required (unless otherwise approved)

Days/Evenings

No holidays