EMS Education Leader & Lead Instructor

Mercy Health System; Rockford (IL); On-site; USD 38,000 - 57,000; Full time

Job summary

Mercyhealth is seeking an EMS Instructor to educate EMTs, AEMTs and paramedics across multiple formats. You will develop courses, provide clinical and online instruction, and mentor junior instructors to maintain high educational standards at Mercyhealth's Illinois facilities.

The role requires state EMS licensure, BLS and AHAs instructor credentials, and willingness to travel up to 20% for off-site sessions. The position offers competitive hourly pay and benefits.

Qualifications

• University or community college degree in Emergency Care (EMT/AEMT/Paramedic/RN/PA/DO/MD)
• RN/BSN preferred or enrolled in BSN program
• Two years EMS experience in respective state (WI license)
• Licensure as EMS instructor II or pursuing certification
• Basic Life Support (AHA) required within 3 months
• Certified AHA Instructor in BLS/ACLS/PALS within 1 year

Responsibilities

• Lead EMS course development and evaluation per state and national guidelines
• Instruct in at least one AHA course (BLS, ACLS, PALS)
• Deliver classroom, lab and online instruction with varied formats
• Mentor and supervise junior instructors
• Maintain accurate class records and schedule
• Travel off-site for educational presentations up to 20%

Skills

Teaching

Public speaking

Mentoring

Time management

Travel readiness

Education

EMS/ Emergency Care degree

Tools

PowerPoint

Job description

Mercyhealth is seeking an EMS Instructor to educate EMTs, AEMTs and paramedics across multiple formats. You will develop courses, provide clinical and online instruction, and mentor junior instructors to maintain high educational standards at Mercyhealth's Illinois facilities.

The role requires state EMS licensure, BLS and AHAs instructor credentials, and willingness to travel up to 20% for off-site sessions. The position offers competitive hourly pay and benefits.