Preceptor, Emergency Medical Technology

Preceptor, Emergency Medical Technology

Provides oversight of clinical course content and activities of the Emergency Medical Technology (EMT) Program, in such areas as First Responder, EMT-Basic, EMT-Intermediate, EMT-Paramedic, BLS, ACLS, PALS and refresher courses as necessary.

Schedules EMT student clinical rotations

Advises and counsels students on proper documentation techniques and provides feedback to students

Periodically meets with clinical site manager to update changes

Helps to develop clinical sites for the students

Assists in the development of policies related to the EMT program

Reinforces the instruction provided by faculty by utilizing a variety of learning modalities in the labs including the HPS with computerized scenarios, manikins and models, equipment and supplies for demonstration and return demonstration

Establishes an effective record-keeping system to ensure program and students meet and maintain accreditation standards

Assists with student instruction in EMT skills lab as needed

Administers competency testing to EMT students

Anticipates and meets all customer needs accurately, professionally, and with a commitment to customer satisfaction

Maintains required BCI and up to date immunizations

Performs other duties as assigned

Associate's degree

Minimum of seven (7) years of EMT experience in an EMT environment

Current State of Ohio Fire & Emergency Instructor certification or ability to obtain within 12 months from date of hire

Current BLS and ACLS Instructor certification within six months of hiring

Demonstrated experience making sound decisions that affect a work unit or team

Demonstrated effectiveness in a role requiring dynamic and abstract problem solving methods in adaptive situations

Current Ohio Paramedic Certification

Must successfully complete a Bureau of Criminal Identification and Investigation (BCI) Background Check to include fingerprinting, social security number trace, county record search, state search, and a check of Federal Bureau of Investigation records

Must provide proof of required immunizations as specified at:

Possess strong organizational and time-management skills

Possess excellent written, verbal and interpersonal communication skills

Ability to promote student success

Ability to effectively complete work assignments independently

Possess comprehensive knowledge of EMS theories, concepts and practices with the ability to use in complex, difficult and/or unprecedented situations as it pertains to the departmental focus

Demonstrated basic project management skills

Demonstrated intermediate proficiency with Blackboard (or equivalent program)

Demonstrated basic proficiency with Banner (or equivalent program)

Demonstrated intermediate proficiency with Microsoft Outlook, Word, Excel, and PowerPoint

Ability to confidentially and discreetly handle subject matters requiring privacy and sensitivity

Ability to collaborate, persuade, gain cooperation and acceptance of ideas on significant projects

Ability to collaborate, negotiate and resolve conflicts on major projects

Ability to develop and maintain relationships with key contacts to enhance work flow and quality

Ability to effectively respond to requests from multiple levels of the College in various departments

Ability to research and analyze issues and develop solutions

Ability to work accurately with great attention to detail

Possess sensitivity to appropriately respond to the needs of students

Minimum of three years teaching experience in an EMT environment

Minimum of one year of clinical coordination experience

PALS instructor certification

Collaboration

Service Focus

Quality of Work

Communication

Time Utilization

Adaptability

Continuous Improvement

The work is performed in a normal, professional office environment; The work area is adequately lighted, heated and ventilated; Typically, the employee may sit comfortably to perform the duties of the job and will perform repetitive motions with hands/fingers using a computer mouse and keyboard to type. However, there may be some walking; standing; bending; carrying of light items such as papers, files, pamphlets, books, etc.; Work may also require walking and standing in conjunction with travel to and attendance at meetings and conferences away from the worksite

Target Starting Salary Range: $68,250.00 to $71,750.00 The final offer for the successful candidate is targeted to fall within this range but will be based upon an assessment of internal equity, the unit's available budget, and the candidate's qualifications in relation to the minimum and/or preferred job requirement(s).

Special Note: If hired, you must reside in the state of Ohio and be within commuting distance of this work location/campus to respond to onsite work demands upon the employment start date and throughout the duration of your employment with the College, as outlined in 3354:1-40-01.1 Recruitment and Selection Procedure.

Special Instructions to Applicants: During the application process, you may be required to attach a cover letter and/or resume. It is recommended that you have these documents ready to be attached electronically to the online application. This system accepts only MS Word or PDF attachments. Any employment with the College is contingent upon satisfactory completion of a background check and drug screen.

Equal Opportunity Statement: Cuyahoga Community College is committed to attaining excellence through the recruitment and retention of a qualified workforce. Cuyahoga Community College is an equal employment/educational opportunity institution.