Lifepoint Health·Johnstown, Pennsylvania
The EMS Instructor is responsible for planning and presenting education programs and assisting with in-house patient education programs. This includes conducting orientation and education programs for hospital staff and the community, as well as providing patient instruction and education.
Your experience matters Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is part of Lifepoint Health, a diversified healthcare delivery network with facilities coast to coast.
We are driven by a profound commitment to prioritize your well-being so you can provide exceptional care to others.
As an EMS Instructor joining our team, you're embracing a vital mission dedicated to making communities healthier ®.
Join us on this meaningful journey where your skills, compassion and dedication will make a remarkable difference in the lives of those we serve.
More about our team Join a collaborative, mission-driven team dedicated to delivering high-quality care to our communities.
Why join us We believe that investing in our employees is the first step to providing excellent patient care.
In addition to your base compensation, this position also offers: Comprehensive Benefits: Multiple levels of medical, dental and vision coverage - with medical plans starting at just $10 per pay period - tailored benefit options for part-time and PRN employees, and more.
Financial Protection & PTO: Life, accident, critical illness, hospital indemnity insurance, short- and long-term disability, paid family leave and paid time off.
Financial & Career Growth: Higher education and certification tuition assistance, loan assistance and 401(k) retirement package and company match.
Employee Well-being: Mental, physical, and financial wellness programs (free gym memberships, virtual care appointments, mental health services and discount programs).
Professional Development: Ongoing learning and career advancement opportunities.
How you'll contribute The EMS Instructor is responsible for planning and presenting education programs as directed and for assisting the in-house patient education programs.
Essential Functions 1.
Presents theory in an organized, creative manner to the level of the participants understanding.
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Maintains clinical expertise and demonstrates competency as an active member of the EMS community.
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Incorporates new standards and trends as an instructor of CPR, PHTLS, PALS, ACLS, PEPP and other continuing education courses.
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Actively seeks and challenges students with learning experiences that meet clinical and theoretical growth requirements.
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In a timely manner provides feedback to Program Director on changes, plans, problems and evaluation of course offerings.
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Evaluates accurately the standards/participants mastery of skill development, course objectives and attainment of education outcomes.
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Engages in appropriate teamwork relationships within course, committee, community and school structure.
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Assists the Program Director and Medical Director in effective program management.
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Models dress and behavior in keeping with the standards of educators.
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Demonstrates the use of Quality Improvement and Lean Six Sigma tools and principles and participates in Quality Improvement initiatives in the Emergency Services program’s and in the field of EMS.
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Takes advantage of workshops, conferences and/or educational sessions from a variety of educational vendors to increase professional knowledge.
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Actively participates in the Paramedic Advisory Committee and related hospital committees as assigned.
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Possesses membership and demonstrates involvement in community organizations and promotes the image of the Conemaugh EMS Program.
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Analyzes formative and summative evaluation findings in the systematic evaluation process for approval/accrediting bodies.
One year current active field and prehospital emergency services experience. Possesses Medical Command Authorization with a Pennsylvania Licensed Provider.
Instructor status in CPR, PHTLS, PALS, ACLS and EMS. Teaching experience. Membership and participation in Pennsylvania Emergency Health Services Council, Southern Alleghenies EMS Council, and National Association of EMS Providers.
Required: High School graduate or equivalent. Graduate of a state approved EMS – Paramedic Program with a Certificate of Completion.
Possesses a College Degree or enrolled in a college degree track and completion within 5 years.
Required: Current Pennsylvania Certification as an EMT-Paramedic, National Registry of EMT-Paramedic.
CPR, PHTLS, ACLS, PALS, and PEPP certification.
More about Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is a 537 inpatient, behavioral health, rehabilitation, and transitional care beds hospital.
Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center, a Duke LifePoint hospital, is the flagship hospital of Conemaugh Health System.
A regional referral hospital known for clinical excellence, Conemaugh Memorial is home to the highest level of care designations for Neonatal Care (Level 3) and Trauma Care (Level 1).
Conemaugh Memorial has received recognition by the American Heart Association with the Stroke Gold Plus Quality Achievement Award.
Conemaugh Memorial is proudly committed to being a teaching hospital including seven medical residency programs, School of Nursing, and Allied Health education programs.
EEOC Statement Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is an Equal Opportunity Employer. Conemaugh Memorial Medical Center is committed to Equal Employment Opportunity for all applicants and employees and complies with all applicable laws prohibiting discrimination and harassment in employment.
Equal opportunity and affirmative action employers and are looking for diversity in candidates for employment: Minority/Female/Disabled/Protected Veteran LifePoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier. Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities. We believe that success is achieved through talented people. We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
Lifepoint Health is a leader in community-based care and driven by a mission of Making Communities Healthier.
Our diversified healthcare delivery network spans 29 states and includes 63 community hospital campuses, 32 rehabilitation and behavioral health hospitals, and more than 170 additional sites of care across the healthcare continuum, such as acute rehabilitation units, outpatient centers and post-acute care facilities.
We believe that success is achieved through talented people.
We want to create places where employees want to work, with opportunities to pursue meaningful and satisfying careers that truly make a difference in communities across the country.
We employ and provide care to people from all walks of life.
We are committed to promoting healing, providing hope, preserving dignity and producing value with an inclusive workforce in which diversity is leveraged, respected, and reflective of the patients, family members, customers and team members we serve.
Candidates must be a graduate of a nursing program and hold a registered nurse license, with a BSN or MSN preferred. Required certifications include Basic Life Support (BLS), Advanced Cardiovascular Life Support (ACLS), and Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS) within six months of hire.
Market context
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