Lead Paramedic Instructor

JOB SUMMARY:

The Medical Instructor- Paramedic will play a vital role in our educational outreach, working closely with clients to schedule classes, instructing a variety of medical and industry courses, and partnering with LABEMS for student certifications.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:

This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, skills or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be a general description of the essential duties and requirements common to positions of this type and may be subject to change. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform essential functions.

1. Assists clients in scheduling and coordinating medical training classes
2. Instructs a range of medical and industry-specific courses
3. Collaborates with LABEMS to facilitate student certifications
4. Develops and maintains current and relevant curriculum and course documents
5. Oversees inventory of training equipment
6. Provides support in other divisions as needed
7. Organizes, develops, or obtains training procedure manuals, guides, and course materials such as handouts and visual materials
8. Presents information, using a variety of instructional techniques and formats such as simulations, team exercises, group discussions, videos, and lectures
9. Evaluates training materials prepared by instructors, such as outlines, text, and handouts.
10. Analyzes training needs to develop new training programs or modify and improve existing programs for customers
11. Conducts or arranges ongoing technical training and personal development classes for staff members to meet industry requirements
12. Conducts orientation sessions and arranges on-the-job training for new hires
13. Coordinates off-site courses to include instructors and equipment
14. Generates reports for management and customers as needed
15. Will carry/handle equipment

QUALIFICATIONS:

1. National and State certified paramedic. Experience functioning as a paramedic. A minimum of 5 years is preferred
2. Previous instructional experience or current certifications in MFA, AHA-BLS, and ACLS
3. HSI, PHTLS, AMLS, and PALS Instructor Certifications is a plus
4. Ability to travel required
5. Excellent communication skills to communicate effectively, in written and verbal forms, with employees, customers, and the public
6. Knowledge and understanding of adult learning theories; utilization of various teaching styles to accommodate diverse learning styles
7. Proficient with MS Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint
8. Excellent planning, organization and detail skills with the ability to manage multiple priorities at the same time
9. Demonstrated ability to develop technical and conceptual material for adult students
10. High School Diploma or GED.
11. Current and valid state driver's license.
12. Must be able to read, write, and communicate professionally and effectively with employees and managers.
13. Must possess the ability to write simple correspondence or reports.
14. Must possess the ability to effectively present information in one-on-one and small group situations to other employees and/or managers.
15. Must be knowledgeable of company protocols, operational procedures and safety policies.

INTERPERSONAL REQUIREMENTS:

1. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
2. Ability to work independently and as part of a cohesive team

TRAINING REQUIREMENTS:

1. Orientation to job requirements.

All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or status as a protected veteran.


Acadian's Safety Management Systems (SMS) deploys registered paramedics specially trained as remote paramedics, HSE consultants, and on-site safety technicians, as well as offers an extensive array of regulatory and compliance training services.