Program Educator

The EMS Program Educator is responsible for delivering high-quality Emergency Medical Services education programs, including Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) and Advanced EMT (AEMT) courses in accordance with the Arkansas Department of Health Office of EMS regulations and National EMS Education Standards.

This position is designed for an exceptional educator and clinician who is passionate about developing competent, compassionate EMS professionals. The Program Educator will lead classroom, laboratory, simulation, and clinical education while fostering critical thinking, clinical excellence, and professional behavior among students entering the EMS workforce.

The ideal candidate is a dynamic instructor with strong teaching ability, a deep understanding of prehospital medicine, and a commitment to educational excellence and student success.

Role and Responsibilities

• Serve as primary or adjunct instructor for EMT and Advanced EMT courses in accordance with Arkansas EMS regulations.
• Deliver engaging classroom lectures, hands-on skills labs, scenario-based simulations, and clinical preparation aligned with the National Registry.
• Design and implement effective educational strategies, including simulation, case-based learning, and competency-based assessment.
• Develop lesson plans, instructional materials, and course assessments that meet Arkansas Department of Health EMS program requirements.
• Ensure all EMS education courses receive appropriate approval from the Arkansas Office of EMS prior to course delivery.
• Coordinate and monitor clinical and field internship experiences with hospitals and EMS agencies.
• Evaluate student performance using written exams, psychomotor testing, and scenario-based assessments.
• Provide constructive feedback and mentorship to support student success, professional growth, and clinical competence.
• Maintain accurate records of student progress, attendance, clinical hours, and competency evaluations.
• Ensure students meet all course completion requirements necessary to challenge the National Registry of EMTs (NREMT) certification examination.
• Collaborate with the Education Director, Medical Director, and EMS leadership to maintain accreditation and regulatory compliance.
• Participate in continuous program quality improvement and curriculum development.
• Promote professionalism, patient safety, ethical practice, and evidence-based EMS care.
• Represent the program during community outreach, recruitment events, and EMS continuing education programs.

Qualifications and Education Requirements

• Current Arkansas EMS provider license at the EMT or higher level
• Current Arkansas EMS Instructor certification preferred
• Minimum two (2) years continuous experience as an EMS provider prior to instructor certification preferred
• Successful completion of an Arkansas Office of EMS approved 40-hour EMT Instructor Course or ability to receive in 30 days from hire.
• Current Basic Life Support (BLS) Instructor certification through American Heart Association or ability to receive in 30 days from hire.
• Ability to function as a primary instructor for EMT programs and instructor at AEMT level or higher for AEMT programs as required by Arkansas EMS rules, or ability to receive30 days from hire.
• Strong written and verbal communication skills
• Ability to teach adult learners using evidence-based educational methods
• Demonstrate a strong commitment to workplace safety by identifying hazards, reporting risks, and supporting continuous safety improvements.
• Adhere to all company safety policies, procedures and regulatory requirements while actively promoting a safe and compliant work environment.
• Collaborate with team members to upload safety standards and foster a culture of safety across all operations.

Strong organizational and documentation skills

• Graduation From High School or equivalent
• 19 years old or older at time of hire for insurance purposes
• Valid Driver’s license
• Ability to drive company vehicles with a clean driving record.
• Availability for recall in times of crisis
• Ability to pass a lift test of 150 – 200 pounds.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment drug test.
• Ability to pass a pre-employment background check.
• Ability to speak, read, and write English.

Working Conditions

• Periodic clinical site visits and field internship supervision
• Occasional evening or weekend instruction depending on course schedule
• Frequent standing, movement during practical skills labs, and simulation instruction
• Possible travel to partner hospitals, EMS agencies, or training sites

Preferred Skills

• Prior experience teaching EMT or AEMT courses at an accredited EMS training program
• Strong adult education and instructional design skills
• Experience with simulation-based training and scenario development
• Ability to engage diverse learners and foster critical thinking
• Experience mentoring new EMS providers or precepting students
• Current instructor credentials such as:
  • ACLS Instructor
  • PALS Instructor
  • ITLS / PHTLS Instructor
• Bachelor’s degree or higher in EMS, education, healthcare, or related field
• Strong commitment to student success, patient care excellence, and professional development
• Ability to create a high-performance learning environment that produces confident, competent EMS clinicians

We'd love to have you join the Medic One team!

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