EMS Instructor - Full Time

Mercy Health Corporation

Lake Geneva (WI)

On-site

USD 38,000 - 57,000

Full time

14 days+

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Benefits offered by this job

Medical benefits

Dental benefits

Vision benefits

Life Insurance

Disability Insurance

FSA/HSA Options

Paid time off

Parental leave

Tuition reimbursement

Certification reimbursement

Well-being programs

Job summary

Mercyhealth seeks an EMS Instructor to educate and train emergency care providers under supervision. You will lead course development across EMT, AEMT, Paramedic and related programs, using state and national guidelines, while ensuring high-quality instruction and student outcomes.

The role requires postsecondary education in Emergency Care and at least two years of Wisconsin EMS experience, with BLS and AHA Instructor certifications pursued within set timelines.

Qualifications

Degree or certificate in Emergency Care (EMT, AEMT, Paramedic, RN, PA, DO or MD)
RN, BSN preferred or enrolled in BSN program
Two years of experience providing Emergency Care in Wisconsin licensed level

Responsibilities

Lead EMT, AEMT, Paramedic and/or AHA course development per guidelines ( Wisconsin DFS and HFS 110 or national agencies)
Provide quality instruction across cognitive, psychomotor and affective learning domains
Apply Adult Learning principles to the classroom
Set clear goals and monitor progress per state/agency criteria
Mentor and supervise novice instructors
Instruct in at least one AHA class (BLS, ACLS, PALS)
Document and submit accurate class records
Teach at varied times/places based on student demand
Deliver exceptional customer service with Mercyhealth

Skills

Self-motivation

Effective communication

Time management

Team player

Instructional skills

Customer service

Education

Emergency Care degree

RN/BSN preferred

Job description

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.

Shift: Monday-Friday, 40 hours/week

Schedule: Days

ESSENTIAL DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES

Demonstrates attributes of a professional educator: Self-motivated, effective communicator, effective time manager, team player, organized, knowledgeable, prepared, confident, respectful, student advocate.
Responsible for EMT, AEMT ,Paramedic and/or AHA Course development using the guidelines and curriculum outlined by state ( Wisconsin Department of Family Services and HFS 110) and/or the appropriate national agencies (CoAEMSP, FEMA, American Heart Association, etc.).
Demonstrates the ability to provide quality instruction in all learning domains ( Cognitive, Psychomotor and Affective)
Applies the principles of Adult Learning to the classroom
Demonstrates the ability to set clear and obtainable goals and objective for course participants and then monitor and evaluate student progress according to state, overseeing agency and/or department criteria
Engages the learner and provides well timed and effective feedback
Provides mentorship and/or supervision to the novice instructor
Instructs in the at least one of the American Heart Association Classes (BLS, ACLS, PALS).
Document, collect, maintain and submit accurate class records
Teach at varied time and places using varied formats based on student demand: Day or evening, main campus, mobile Sim lab or on site of students' employment.
Demonstrates exceptional customer service and interacts effectively with students, customers and Mercy Partners of all disciplines.

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.

SUPERVISES

N/A

PAY RANGE

$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

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 people and culture, including: