Hennepin Healthcare·Minneapolis, Minnesota
Teach advanced and basic emergency medical care courses to public safety personnel, healthcare professionals, and the public. Serve as a subject matter expert and develop instructional strategies using multimedia and distance learning tools.
SUMMARY Hennepin Healthcare has a current opening for an EMS Educator - Casual. This position will work rotating days and evenings. Teach advanced and basic level emergency medical care courses for public safety personnel, paramedics, physicians, nurses, other healthcare professionals, and the public.
Teach advanced and basic level emergency medical care courses and individualized continuing education sessions for public safety personnel, paramedics, physicians, nurses, other healthcare professionals, and the public Serve as a resource regarding emergency medical issues for public safety personnel, share emergency medical care expertise with public safety departments and other customer groups Evaluate skills and abilities of students and provide feedback to the student and full-time program staff Conduct learning needs assessment of students and customer groups Assist with teaching plans and instructional strategies; incorporate distance learning technologies and other multimedia aids based on needs assessments, quality improvement, and curriculum requirements Assist with teaching sessions using multimedia content and distance learning technologies Arrange and maintain classrooms, clean, and maintain equipment and supplies Performs other duties and responsibilities as assigned
Associate’s degree in a health, business, or education area or an Associate’s degree or a diploma from an accredited paramedic program or registered nursing program Three (3) years of approved paramedic experience, OR three (3) years of EMS education teaching, OR three (3) years of approved critical care clinical experience OR three (3) years of approved nursing experience OR An approved equivalent combination of education and experience Current certification as a Paramedic with the State of Minnesota or current licensure as a Registered Nurse issued by the State of Minnesota OR current certification or licensure from the State of Minnesota in a health-related field that performs direct clinical care for critically ill patients Must have a valid Class D Minnesota driver’s license or equivalent and must have a satisfactory driving record including no more than 2 moving violations in the past 3 years of licensure
Bachelor’s degree in health, business, EMS, education, or nursing Current BLS, ACLS, and PALS instructor by the American Heart Association or approved equivalent Current PHTLS and AMLS instructor certification by the National Association of Emergency Medical Technicians
Requires an associate degree or diploma in a health-related field and at least three years of paramedic, nursing, or EMS education experience. Must hold a valid Minnesota Paramedic certification or RN license and a valid driver's license.
Market context
In Minnesota, EMS educator openings are typically driven by training needs in hospitals, ambulance services, and community EMS programs, so candidates with field experience and teaching exposure are often competitive. This role stands out because it requires both a health-related degree and at least three years of paramedic, nursing, or EMS education experience, plus a valid Minnesota Paramedic certification or RN license and a driver’s license. Before applying, compare the AI-summarized requirements and benefits on this platform with the original posting to quickly confirm your credentials and prepare examples of your education or precepting work.