EMS Instructor

Silver Cross Hospital; New Lenox (IL); On-site; USD 39,000 - 48,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Medical, Dental and Vision

Life Insurance

Flexible Spending Account

PTO and Sick time

401(k) plan with a match

Wellness program

Tuition Reimbursement

Job summary

Silver Cross Hospital's EMS Education Program seeks an EMS Instructor to deliver classroom, lab, and simulation-based instruction, primarily for the Paramedic Program. You will evaluate students, develop exams, and support National Registry prep.

The role requires Illinois Paramedic or RN license, Illinois EMS Lead Instructor, and at least 3 years EMS experience. Availability on Mon/Wed/Fri for at least one day per week is needed.

Qualifications

• Illinois Paramedic or Registered Nurse License in good standing.
• Illinois EMS Lead Instructor required.
• Minimum 3 years of EMS experience.
• Strong instructional and communication skills.
• Availability to teach on Mondays, Wednesdays, or Fridays with at least one day per week.

Responsibilities

• Teach assigned didactic content.
• Participate in laboratory and simulation activities.
• Develop and update instructional materials.
• Assist with exam creation and review.
• Maintain academic records.
• Participate in faculty meetings.
• Support accreditation and program quality initiatives.
• Mentor students and provide remediation when needed.
• Serve as a professional role model and advocate for evidence-based EMS practice.

Skills

Instructional skills

Communication

Education

Paramedic license

RN license

EMS Lead Instructor certification

Bachelor's degree

Job description

Silver Cross Hospital is an extraordinary place to work. We’re known for our culture of excellence and deliveryof unrivaled experiencesfor our patients, their families, the communities we serve…and for each other. Come join us! It’s the way_you_want to be treated.

Position Summary: The EMS Instructor provides classroom, laboratory, and simulation-based instruction within the Silver Cross Hospital EMS Education Program. The instructor primarily supports the Paramedic Program but may also teach selected content within the EMT Program as assigned. Responsibilities include delivery of educational content, student evaluation, examination development, and supporting student success and National Registry preparation.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities :

• Teach assigned didactic content
• Participate in laboratory and simulation activities
• Develop and update instructional materials
• Assist with exam creation and review
• Maintain academic records
• Participate in faculty meetings
• Support accreditation and program quality initiatives
• Mentor students and provide remediation when needed
• Serve as a professional role model and advocate for evidence-based EMS practice.

Required Education and Skills:

• Illinois Paramedic or Registered Nurse License in good standing
• Illinois EMS Lead Instructor
• Minimum 3 years of EMS experience
• Strong instructional and communication skills
• Availability to teach on Mondays, Wednesdays, or Fridays, with a minimum commitment of one instructional day per week.

Preferred

• NREMT Certification
• Prior Paramedic Program teaching experience
• Bachelor’s degree

Work Shift Details:

Various, Varies

Department:

EMER MEDICAL SVCS EMS

Benefits for You

At Silver Cross Hospital, we care about your health and well-being and that is why we work hard to provide quality and affordable benefit options for you and your eligible family members.

Silver Cross Hospital and Silver Cross Medical Groups offer a comprehensive benefit package available for Full-time and Part-time employees which includes:

• Medical, Dental and Vision plans
• Life Insurance
• Flexible Spending Account
• Other voluntary benefit plans
• PTO and Sick time
• 401(k) plan with a match
• Wellness program
• Tuition Reimbursement

Registry employees who meet eligibility may participate in our 401(k) Savings plan with a potential match. However, registry employees are ineligible for Health and Welfare benefits.

The expected pay for this position is listed below:

$27.99 - $34.99

The final pay rate offered may be more than the posted range based on several factors including but not limited to: licensure, certifications, work experience, education, knowledge, demonstrated abilities, internal equity, market data, and more.