Instructional Assistant-EMS Programs
Description
Provide support for EMS educational programs for entry level EMS students and for current EMS providers, providing transformative educational offerings to meet stakeholder needs. Schedule/reschedule lab support instructors for various training activities.Provide assistance to clinical coordinator in reviewing and ensuring student readiness for clinical placements. Maintain EMS courses and students in DHS E-licensing system.
Characteristic Duties and Responsibilities (include, but not limited to)
ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES:
- Assist with Co AEMSP accreditation activities including distributing and collecting survey information, data collection, and completion of various forms needed for accreditation.
- Assist in the planning of EMS refreshers for local Fire/EMS agencies and non-affiliated providers; evaluate and implement training.
- Assist instructional staff to develop training lesson plans to ensure safety and consistency. Assist in recruitment, interviews, onboarding and continued development of instructional staff.
- Meet one-on-one and/or in groups with EMS students for mentoring/tutoring /study session. Reinforce technical skills the students learned during training. Provide oversight of EMS Open Lab process.
- Assist clinical coordinator with reviewing and ensuring EMS students and clinical instructors have completed all health requirements for clinical placement.
- Prepare students for certification and licensure. Maintain courses, instructors and students in E-licensing system including reviewing student training permit status and completion status of programs for licensure. Schedule and coordinate National Registry Exams for EMS providers.
- Assist lead instructors with program orientations for EMS levels.
- Prepare and setup multimedia, training and safety equipment.
- Maintain current professional and technical knowledge in the field through professional education and activities.
- Support College managers in quality and process improvement activities.
- Participate in and contribute to assignments and special projects of a similar nature and level.
Minimum Qualifications
REQUIRED KNOWLEDGE, SKILLS, AND ABILITIES:
- Knowledge of and ability to recognize safe and unsafe Fire EMS training practices
- Knowledge of adult learning theories
- Interpersonal communication skills - oral, written and listening
- Organizational and time management skills
- Ability to apply critical thinking and problem-solving skills to work processes
- Ability to analyze Fire EMS training requirements and supplemental training
- Familiarity with computer software applications such as word processing and spreadsheets
EDUCATIONAL AND EXPERIENCE REQUIREMENTS:
- Current EMS Certification
- Five years of work experience in the EMS field involving training, evaluation, coordinating or supervision
- 2 years work experience teaching or training adult learners
Supplemental Information
This position is available to start immediately.
All applicants must attach the following to the online application.- Resume (required)
- Cover letter (required)
Interviews: Interview date to be determined.
Candidates must be legally authorized to work in the United States on a permanent basis. Verification of employment eligibility will be required at the time of hire. Visa sponsorship is not available.
WCTC provides excellent benefits for our employees. Typical benefits for full-time employees (part-time employee benefits may be prorated) may include:
- Medical/Dental Insurance
- Term Life Insurance *
- Disability Insurance *
- 403(b) Tax Sheltered Annuity
- Deferred Compensation
- Vacation
- Sick Leave
- Personal Days
- Holidays
- Flexible Spending Accounts
- Wisconsin Retirement System (if schedule to work at least 1,200 hours per year)
- Tuition Reimbursement (full-time only)
- Employee Assistance Program
- Wellness Activities
- Not available to limited term employees.