Course Instructor (EMT), Per Diem

University Hospital; Newark (NJ); On-site; USD 34,000 - 49,000; Full time

Job summary

University Hospital in Newark, NJ is seeking a Course Instructor (EMT) to teach basic EMT training and recertification programs within the EMS department. You will work with the EMS Training Division and Community Training Center staff to ensure high-quality education and compliance with standards.

The role requires EMT Instructor Certification, at least 1 year of BLS teaching experience, and strong communication skills to engage students and collaborate with partners.

Qualifications

• EMT Instructor Certification required.
• Minimum of one year of experience teaching Basic Life Support (BLS) courses required.
• New Jersey EMT, EMD, or MICP certification preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills and ability to build positive relationships with students and partners.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills are required.
• Ability to deliver educational content and facilitate classroom instruction.

Responsibilities

• Instructs and facilitates classroom-based EMT initial certification and recertification courses.
• Delivers engaging educational programs supporting student learning and success.
• Collaborates with the EMS Training Division and Community Training Center leadership to maintain high instructional standards.
• Promotes a positive learning environment to encourage participation and knowledge retention.
• Supports planning, coordination, and delivery of EMS education to ensure compliance with standards.
• Works with training personnel to provide effective EMT education to students and community participants.

Skills

Interpersonal skills

Public speaking

Verbal communication

Written communication

Education

NJ EMT/EMD/MICP certification preferred

Job description

Overview

About the Role

The primary purpose of the Course Instructor (EMT) position is to teach the basic EMT training program and EMT recertification course offered by the Emergency Medical Services department, and to facilitate learning in the classroom. Works in conjunction with the EMS Training Division and the Community Training Center leaders and staff to ensure quality education programs are delivered.

Responsibilities

What You’ll Do

• Instructs and facilitates classroom-based EMT initial certification and recertification courses offered through the Emergency Medical Services Department.
• Delivers engaging educational programs that support student learning and successful completion of EMT training requirements.
• Collaborates with the EMS Training Division, Community Training Center leadership, and staff to maintain high-quality instructional standards.
• Promotes a positive learning environment that encourages student participation, knowledge retention, and professional development.
• Supports the planning, coordination, and delivery of EMS education programs to ensure compliance with organizational and regulatory standards.
• Works closely with training personnel to provide effective and consistent EMT education to students and community participants.

Qualifications

What You’ll Bring

• EMT Instructor Certification required.
• Minimum of one (1) year of experience teaching Basic Life Support (BLS) courses required.
• New Jersey EMT, EMD, or MICP certification preferred.
• Strong interpersonal skills with the ability to build positive relationships with students, colleagues, and community partners.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills required.
• Ability to effectively deliver educational content and facilitate classroom instruction.

Compensation

The expected hourly rate is $30/hr, in accordance with the New Jersey Pay Transparency Law.

About Us

University Hospital is one of the nation’s leading academic medical centers. As the principal teaching affiliate of Rutgers New Jersey Medical School and the only state-certified Level 1 Trauma Center in Northern New Jersey, University Hospital is training the next generation of physicians and advancing science to discovery while taking exceptional care of patients, regardless of their financial situation.

University Hospital offers a competitive salary & comprehensive benefits package. Affir... M/F/D/V. For more information, visit www.uhnj.org/hrweb.