Paramedic & EMT Instructor Trauma Care & Field Training

Type: Full Time Location: Wilford Hall, San Antonio (JBSA)-Lackland Overtime Exempt: No (SCA) Reports To: ARMADA HQ Sign on Bonus: $1K Sign on Bonus for qualified applicants. Duties & Responsibilities: Paramedic & Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Instructor will provide classroom and field instruction to enhance the response in Emergency Medical Care and trauma situations for all military members. All services shall be provided in accordance with established certifications, standards, principles and ethics of the profession and applicable professional specialty organizations including the following: the Joint Commission standards, applicable Department of Defense (DoD) Defense Health Agency (DHA), National Association of Emergency Medical Technician (NAEMT), military specific regulations, directives, and policies, and Medical Training Facility (MTF) specific policies and procedures. The courses will be held 3 weeks a month, with a one-week break for manikin maintenance, supplies, environment review of the grounds and administrative duties. Paramedic & Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Instructor shall provide in classroom and field - education and training to prepare students to assess, advise, and react, effectively during emergency and/or trauma situations. Curriculum for EMT's and LVN, will be provided by the government. Training manikin checks and safety walk around of the field areas. Provide a nursing overview for competencies. The course is designed for all different Air Force Specialty Code (AFSC) and having clinical personnel will buffer technicians with a para-professional person. The Paramedic & Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Instructor shall facilitate the achievement of optimal outcomes in relation to training in trauma care, quality, and cost effectiveness. The required outcome result is to enable the Emergency Medical Technician Paramedic to react quickly and efficiently to real world emergency situations, when encountered with obstacles, by using the tools available in the performance measures. Instructor may assist in the development of the Benefit Cost Analysis (BCA). The program coordinator shall advise and assist the instruction provided by other healthcare professionals. Conduct research in support of improved practice and patient outcomes. Provide safe training environment - identify, track and report all safety hazards within the field training area. Assist program coordinator on educational program administrative requirements, to include maintenances of program, course, student/participant records, and preparation and submission of data and reports at the end of each course. Monthly/annual reports will be completed by the program coordinator with the assistance of the instructors. These monthly reports/annual reports are associated with the number of students, number of courses, Air Force Specialty Code/Military Occupational Specialties of the students, equipment usage, test results (pre-test/post test scores); etc. The purpose of these reports are to measure instructors' metrics and validate the programs' efficiency. Other duties as assigned. Knowledge, Skills and Abilities (KSAs): The Paramedic & Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Instructor shall provide quality standardized instruction in accordance with the established policies, procedures, and guidelines used in the Joint Trauma System/Civilian agencies and MTFs. Emergency Medical Technician (EMT)/Paramedic Instructor will teach per curriculum and demonstration compliance of skills/instruction Present all course materials in an effective fashion using didactic, hands-on and simulation training modalities. Provide course oversight for field, including instructional components of the standardized curriculum. Recognize discrepancies and develop solutions and reports them to the program coordinator. Provide course evaluation documentation to leadership, identify trends and opportunities for improvement. Course and Instructor shall be evaluated by the Program Coordinator and cadre instructors. Emergency Medical Technicians (EMT)/Paramedic Instructor shall be accountable for providing course assignments based on the scope of practice and skill level of assigned personnel. Recognize safety measures and quickly react in real world emergency and exercise situations. Communicate and collaborate with a diverse group of people for the purpose of informing the healthcare team of plans/actions, for teaching/education to benefit the medical readiness posture. Maintain currency requirements based on certification. Develop or assist in the creation of marketing materials for conference and education events (i.e. conference brochure) Participate in continuing professional development programs as appropriate. Fulfill simulation course and operations for manikins utilized for field instruction. Verbalize knowledge of emergency response to life threatening conditions and medical response for all point of injuries. Demonstrate hands-on skills and provide safety environment for students to demonstrate skills. Demonstrate appropriate operations of all equipment and supplies to include manikins. Perform didactic and hands on skills for teaching students. Ensure infection control and safety measure are adhere to during set up and clean up. Minimum/General Experience: The Paramedic & Emergency Medical Technician (EMT) Instructor must obtain and maintain the following courses within 6 months: Trauma Combat Casualty Course (TCCC), Medical Provider Instructor (MPI) Course or Instructor status in any Advanced Trauma Field Training Course. Three years of experience in the last 5 years as a First Responder or Emergency Department. Must be able to lift 40 lbs and walk up to 200 yards without assistance. Duties are primarily outside in the environmental elements for example: rain, ice, wind, uneven terrain etc. Minimum Education / Certifications: Current NREMT, National EMS, or Paramedic certification. Current BLS Instructor certification preferred. Candidates with standard BLS certification may be considered. Texas EMT certification preferred. Candidates with current NREMT certification will also be considered. Disclaimer: The above information has been designed to indicate the general nature and level of work to be performed. It is not designed to contain or be interpreted as a comprehensive inventory of all duties, responsibilities, and qualifications required of the contractor assigned to this position. Applying: If you feel you have the knowledge, skills and abilities for this position visit our careers page at Special Notes: Relocation is not available for these jobs. ARMADA provides equal employment opportunities (EEO) to all employees and applicants for employment without regard to race, color, religion, gender, sexual orientation, gender identity or expression, national origin, age, disability, genetic information, marital status, amnesty, or status as a covered veteran in accordance with applicable federal, state and local laws. ARMADA complies with applicable state and local laws governing non-discrimination in employment in every location in which the company has facilities. 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