Mercyhealth Wisconsin and Illinois·Lake Geneva, Wisconsin
The EMS Instructor provides education and training to emergency care providers through classroom, laboratory, and clinical instruction. They are responsible for course development, monitoring student progress, and mentoring novice instructors.
OVERVIEW The EMS Instructor, under the direct supervision of the EMS Unit Supervisor/EMS Coordinator provides education and training to all disciplines of emergency care providers. Takes a leadership role in course development through assessment, planning, implementation, and evaluation of classroom, laboratory, clinical and on-line instruction.
EDUCATION AND/OR EXPERIENCE Graduation from a University or Community College with a degree or certificate in an Emergency Care discipline (i.e.: EMT, AEMT, Paramedic, RN, PA, DO, MD, Law Enforcement) If RN, BSN preferred or enrolled in BSN program. Two years of experience providing Emergency Care in ones State of Wisconsin Licensed level.
CERTIFICATION/LICENSURE Required certification applicable to training assigned (i.e. State of Wisconsin or Illinois Licensed Emergency Care Provider, or other applicable certification, such as EMT, AEMT, Paramedic, RN, PA, DO or MD) State of Wisconsin or Illinois Certified EMS Instructor II or working toward completion preferred Basic Life Support (BLS) certification issued by the American Heart Association (AHA) required within three (3) months Certified American Heart Association Instructor in at least one level (BLS, ACLS, PALS) within 1 year
OTHER SKILLS AND ABILITIES Language Skills Ability to read and interpret documents such as safety rules, operating and maintenance instructions, and procedure manuals. Ability to write routine reports and correspondence. Ability to speak effectively before groups of students, customers or employees.
Mathematical Skills Ability to add, subtract, multiply, and divide in all units of measure, using whole numbers, common fractions, and decimals.
Reasoning Ability Ability to apply common sense understanding to carry out instructions furnished in written, oral, or diagram form.
Computer Skills To perform this job successfully, an individual should have knowledge of Word Processing software, including development of Power Points for the classroom
Other Qualifications Must be willing to travel off site for educational presentations 20% of the time.
LEVEL OF SUPERVISION This job may require and EMS Instructor 2 to mentor/supervise an EMS Instructor 1This job may require an AHA Instructor to mentor/supervise the AHA Instructor candidate.
$27.71 - $41.57 Mercyhealth is an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to race, color, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identify, national origin, disability, or protected veteran status. Mercyhealth offers competitive pay and a comprehensive benefits package including: Medical, Dental, Vision Life & Disability Insurance FSA/HSA Options Generous, accruing paid time off Paid Parental and caregiver leave Career advancement and educational opportunities Tuition and certification reimbursement Certification Reimbursement Well-being Programs Employee Discounts On-Demand Pay Financial Education Annual recognition/awards events Partner appreciation days Family entertainment/attractions discount Community service/improvement opportunities Click here for more details regarding Mercyhealth Careers Benefit Information. At Mercyhealth, we don’t simply hire people, we empower employee-partners who are passionate about making lives better. As an integrated health system, we deliver exceptional, coordinated across seven hospitals, 85 primary and specialty clinics, and a team of over 7,500 professionals serving northern Illinois and southern Wisconsin. Mercyhealth has been nationally recognized for our commitment to our people and culture, including: #1 in the nation on AARP's Best Employers for Workers Over 50 One of Working Mother magazine's 100 Best Companies for Working Mothers A Top 50 Company and Top 10 Nonprofit for Executive Women
Candidates must hold a degree or certificate in an emergency care discipline and possess at least two years of experience in their licensed field. Required certifications include BLS and relevant state-level EMS instructor credentials.
Market context
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