Paramedic Adjunct Instructor

Position Title

Paramedic Adjunct Instructor

Job Goal

The Paramedic Adjunct Instructor plays a critical role in preparing future paramedics by providing hands‑on instruction, objective evaluation, and mentorship while ensuring students develop the knowledge, skills, and professional behaviors required for entry‑level paramedic practice.

Qualifications

• Current National Registry Paramedic certification (or state equivalent).
• Current state Paramedic licensure/certification.
• Minimum of three years of field experience as a practicing paramedic.
• Demonstrated proficiency in paramedic psychomotor skills and patient care.
• Strong communication, interpersonal, and organizational skills.

• Associate’s degree or higher in EMS, healthcare, education, or a related field.
• Previous teaching, precepting, or EMS training experience.
• Current instructor certifications (e.g., ACLS, PALS, PHTLS, AMLS, BLS Instructor, or equivalent).
• Familiarity with CAAHEP / CoAEMSP accreditation standards and EMS educational best practices.

Duties and Responsibilities

• Instruct students in the proper performance of psychomotor and clinical skills in accordance with current EMS standards, program objectives, and accreditation requirements.
• Demonstrate and reinforce correct techniques, procedures, and safety practices during laboratory and practical sessions.
• Provide coaching, remediation, and constructive feedback to facilitate student learning and skill mastery.
• Foster critical thinking, clinical decision‑making, and professional behavior among students.

• Evaluate student performance during laboratory exercises, simulations, and practical skill sessions.
• Document student progress and competency attainment according to program policies.
• Identify students requiring additional support and communicate concerns to the lead instructor or program director.
• Maintain accurate records of attendance, participation, and skill evaluations.

Essential Functions

• Assist students in locating, utilizing, and returning instructional equipment and training materials.
• Prepare laboratory environments and training stations prior to instructional activities.
• Monitor inventory levels and assist with restocking consumable supplies used during skills training.
• Ensure equipment is maintained, cleaned, organized, and ready for instructional use.
• Report damaged or malfunctioning equipment to appropriate personnel.

• Assist with the administration of psychomotor examinations and competency assessments.
• Serve as an evaluator for practical examinations in accordance with program and accreditation standards.
• Ensure testing environments maintain fairness, consistency, and integrity.
• Participate in student remediation and retesting activities as assigned.

• Maintain current knowledge of EMS practices, educational methodologies, and industry standards.
• Adhere to institutional policies, program requirements, and accreditation standards.
• Participate in faculty meetings, training sessions, and program activities as assigned.
• Promote professionalism, ethical conduct, and a positive learning environment.

Open Date

June 23, 2026