Advanced Life Support Instructor SiTEL

MedStar Health; Maryland; On-site; USD 39,619 - 67,447; Full time

Job summary

A healthcare organization is seeking a trainer to coordinate and instruct healthcare education programs, including those from the American Heart Association. The ideal candidate should have an associate degree, 3–4 years of experience as an AHA educator, and certifications in CPR, BLS, and ACLS. Responsibilities include maintaining training equipment, planning courses, and evaluating learner performance. Salary ranges from $28.76 to $48.96 per hour, with an expectation of travel to various locations in Maryland and DC approximately 40% of the time.

Qualifications

• 3–4 years of experience as an AHA educator and 2 years of professional experience in a clinical environment.
• One year of relevant professional-level work experience may be substituted for one year of required education.

Responsibilities

• Assist in the clinical and marketing efforts of the MedStar Health SiTEL MedStar Institute.
• Maintain instruction/training aids and equipment.
• Participate in quality education programs for healthcare providers.
• Plan and instruct Continuing Education Courses for healthcare professionals.
• Maintain accurate records of course attendance and certification.
• Stay current with advances in resuscitation science and instructional methodologies.
• Evaluate learner performance and provide constructive feedback.

Skills

Excellent customer service skills

Excellent verbal and written communication skills

Ability to work independently

Effective teaching skills

Education

Associate degree in education or healthcare-related field

Job description

General Summary of Position

Coordinates and instructs training programs for healthcare professionals including those offered by the American Red Cross. Programs may include American Heart Association (AHA), Advanced Life Support (ALS), or American Academy of Pediatrics (AAP)/American Heart Association (AHA). The instructor ensures that all courses meet current clinical standards and regulatory requirements, provides hands‑on skills training, and evaluates participant competency to promote high-quality patient care in emergency situations.

Travel Requirements

While this is a Baltimore based position, this role will also be required to travel to MedStar locations in the DC area approximately 40% of the time.

Primary Duties and Responsibilities

• Assist in the clinical and marketing efforts of the MedStar Health SiTEL MedStar Institute for Innovation and Training Center(s).
• Maintain instruction/training aids and equipment.
• Participate in other quality education programs for healthcare providers including Code Blue Preparedness, In‑Situ Advanced refresher courses, and conferences.
• Plan and instruct Continuing Education Courses for healthcare professionals and lay rescuers within the AHA and/or ARC guidelines.
• Plan, coordinate, and instruct AHA advanced courses including, but not limited to, Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) and/or Pediatric Advanced Life Support (PALS).
• Maintain accurate records of course attendance, completion, and certification in accordance with organizational and accrediting body requirements.
• Stay current with advances in resuscitation science guidelines and instructional methodologies by participating in ongoing professional development and instructor recertification.
• Evaluate learner performance and provide constructive feedback to support skill development and knowledge retention.

Minimal Qualifications

Education

• Associate degree in education or a healthcare‑related field. Credentialed by the relevant professional association required.

Experience

• 3–4 years as an AHA educator and 2 years of professional experience as a practitioner in a clinical environment with significant exposure to direct patient care.
• One year of relevant professional‑level work experience may be substituted for one year of required education.

Licenses and Certifications

• CPR – Cardiac Pulmonary Resuscitation required.
• BLS – Basic Life Support, current AHA certification required.
• ACLS Instructor Certification required.
• PALS Instructor certification preferred if supporting ALS training program.

Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities

• Excellent customer service skills.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Ability to work independently.
• Effective teaching skills.

Salary Range

USD $28.76 – $48.96 /Hr.